What are the responsibilities and job description for the Park Safety Officer position at City of Columbia, MO?
The purpose of this job is to be a visible presence in City parks and trails with a goal of providing safety and security to all visitors. Performs law enforcement work involving prevention, detection, and investigation of criminal acts, apprehension and arrest of law violators, and safeguarding of lives and property.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities - The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description
- Patrols city parks for to prevent, detect, and respond to criminal activity and dangers to persons and property.
- Assists Parks and Recreation with administrative and security-related tasks for public events.
- Participates in ongoing training and maintains required certification and licensure.
- Provides court testimony as necessary.
- Performs administrative duties; completes and maintains accurate records and documentation.
- Participates in meetings.
- Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No supervisory authority. Work does require providing guidance and training to others.
Human Collaboration and Job Impact - This area describes the personal interaction with others outside direct reporting relationships as well as the impact the job has on organization, the department or unit objectives, the output of services, or employee or public satisfaction
- Work may require providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies. Contact may require the consideration of different points of view to reach agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.
- Interactions have significant impact on the organization in terms of time, money, or public/employee relations.
Fiscal Responsibility
- Position has no fiscal responsibility.
Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Associate’s Degree or 2 years of college in Criminal Justice, Park Management, Psychology, Sociology, or related field preferred.
Licenses or Certifications
- Class A Peace Officer Standards and Training License.
- Valid driver’s license.
- CPR certification.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position
Knowledge of:
- Relevant federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
- Departmental policies and procedures.
- Law enforcement vehicles, equipment, tools, and technology.
Skill in:
- Operating police vehicles and specialized equipment.
- Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the needs of the audience.
- Applying active listening and asking questions for understanding.
- Collecting, organizing, and analyzing complex and/or technical data.
- Managing time effectively.
- Preparing and maintaining detailed and accurate reports.
Ability to:
- Exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
- Provide high levels of effective customer service.
- Handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
- Process and handle confidential information with discretion.
- Recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
- Render credible testimony.
- To work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
- Work varied shifts to include nights, weekends and holidays.
Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job
Work Environment
Office or similar indoor environment – Sometimes
Outdoor environment – Frequently/Often
Street environment (near moving traffic) – Frequently or often
Vehicle – Frequently or Often
Right of way – Frequently or Often
Exposures
Individuals who are hostile or irate – Sometimes
Individuals with known violent backgrounds – Sometimes
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) – Sometimes
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) – Sometimes
Office or similar indoor environment – Sometimes
Outdoor environment – Frequently/Often
Street environment (near moving traffic) – Frequently or often
Vehicle – Frequently or Often
Right of way – Frequently or Often
Exposures
Individuals who are hostile or irate – Sometimes
Individuals with known violent backgrounds – Sometimes
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) – Sometimes
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) – Sometimes
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- This position involves frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards and majority of work is performed outside or with exposure to risk.
- Incumbents may be required to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
- Incumbents required to maintain mental/physical health required to perform essential functions of the job. Required to successfully complete a post-offer pre-employment medical physical and at least biannually thereafter.
- Incumbents may be required to wear a respirator and/or self -contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
Hours/Days
Variable – will be discussed during interview.
Starting Salary
$24.74 Plus shift differential for hours worked between 6pm-6am
Pay Grade
P2
Number of Positions Available
3
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is open until filled with a preferred application date of February 14, 2025.
Notice to Applicants
Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573.874.CITY (2489)
TTY: 711 (MO RELAY)
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING
The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program
TTY: 711 (MO RELAY)
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING
The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program
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