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Provides basic security and protection of persons and University buildings within the University community, including fire safety and emergency response. Reports to the Public Safety Supervisor. * Serves as first responder to calls-for-service from students, faculty, staff and visitors concerning criminal or civil complaints, maintenance problems, safety situations, alarms sounding, etc. * Provides access control for buildings and other properties. * Handles special event details, money pick-ups, etc. * Enforces parking regulations and provides traffic direction/control. * Provides crime prevention foot patrols; inspects University property for safety hazards and reports identified hazards by way of incident report and/or University work order. * Provides personal escorts; responds to inquiries and requests for information. * Documents relevant incidents in the Public Safety report writing system. * Coordinates with local police and emergency medical services regarding response on campus. * Immediately notify Public Safety supervisory personnel of campus incidents and/or presence of law enforcement, fire or emergency medical services on campus. * Accurate written documentation of campus incidents * Maintain training as Campus Security Authority (CSA) as it relates to the Clery Act. * Other duties as assigned by Director of Public Safety or designee.

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title
Public Safety Officer

Union Level

Department
Public Safety

Campus
Sacramento

Posting Number
P

Full or Part Time
Full Time

Number of Months
12

Work Schedule

Work performed 40 hours per week (4/10 schedule) and over-time as needed to ensure 24/7 coverage or when responding to critical situations.

Position End Date

Open Date
03/24/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University
Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.
External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.
This recruitment is to fill two (2) open positions.

Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose

Under general supervision performs University of the Pacific, Sacramento Campus patrol and
security related duties; enforces campus policies, state, county and city ordinances, and does
other work as required.

Essential Functions

• Advises, directs and provides information to students, employees and the public.
• Patrols designated areas by foot or bicycle, and uses a public safety equipped vehicle and Sacramento Police radio. Patrols campus including buildings, grounds, parking lots and adjacent streets; sees that doors and windows are properly secured and locked; safeguards property of the Sacramento Campus. Assumes fixed post assignments.
• Responds to calls for service and assistance.
• Opens and closes facilities. Monitors alarm systems and responds when necessary. Monitors and controls access to buildings and restricted areas. Inspects buildings for security, fire, and potential accident and/or hazards and takes preventive or corrective action as appropriate.
• Provides escort services by foot and/or vehicle.
• Provides security for large gatherings and campus activities.
• Administers first aid and CPR.
• Makes preliminary investigations and investigations of crimes and disorders, searches and arrests within scope of employment. Prepares reports. May testify in court.
• Enforces automobile parking regulations.
• Carries a firearm, baton, chemical agents, and handcuffs.
• Enforces rules and regulations of the University campus while cooperating with other law enforcement agencies.
• Each Public Safety Officer may have additional duties that are assigned to their position, such as fire safety, training, lost and found property, and work calendar.
• Performs other related duties as required.

This position serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA) as outlined by the Clery Act.
CSAs have federally mandated responsibilities to report crimes that are reported them.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Must complete and pass the POST 832 PC training within the first year of employment.
• Three (3) years of related work experience.
• Valid and current California BSIS Guard and Firearms permit.
• Valid and current California BSIS Baton permit.
• Valid and current First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
• Valid Chemical Agent/Pepper Spray training certificate.
• Current California Driver License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid and current POST approved Basic Course Training, Level III, or the completion of POST approved Basic Police Academy or the completion of valid and current PC 832 certification.
• Three (3) years of related work experience in an institutional or campus environment.
• Good customer relations skills and the ability to communicate clearly.
• Ability to think and act quickly and effectively in emergencies.
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and make appropriate decisions.
• Intermediate proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook and other office related skills.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive 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 the essential functions.

• Heavy lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling up to 130 pounds.
• Bending, stretching, and reaching required.
• Some sitting, running and climbing, extensive walking and standing.
• Rarely but possibly working in extreme temperatures, wet, humid, and hot.

Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:
Work performed 40 hours per week (4/10 schedule) and over-time as needed to ensure 24/7 coverage or when responding to critical situations.

Valid driver's license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University's fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The University and its insurance carrier reserve the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.

Hiring Range
$28.00 per hour. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Background Check Statement

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

Anti-Discrimination/EEO Policy Statement

University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability, or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates, all hiring decisions are made based on merit, selecting the most qualified individual for each position.

TARGET CLOSE DATE: 10/03/2025 PAY GRADE: Grade 18 TYPE: Full time JOB SUMMARY: Public Safety Dispatchers support public safety agencies by receiving emergency and non-emergency telephone and radio messages in a communication center, entering all requests for service into the computer-aided dispatch (CAD), and dispatching public safety personnel as warranted. Employees in this job class provide information and referrals to citizens for non-emergency calls. Work is performed in a call center setting and employees operate a technological workstation to include the simultaneous operation of multiple computer monitors, video monitors, telephones, two-way radios, etc. Public Safety Dispatchers do not supervise others. Work is reviewed by the shift supervisor by playing back recorded calls and checking records for accuracy and correctness. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Agencies provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. Applications for this position will be considered for the following Merit System employing agencies. The pay range for this job varies depending upon the Merit System employing agency. Bessemer $18.89 - $9.30 Birmingham 19.68 - 30.53 Fairfield 17.40 - 27.00 Fultondale 20.49 - 31.79 Gardendale 22.29 - 34.59 Homewood 21.76 - 33.76 Hueytown 20.25 - 31.41 Irondale 23.30 - 36.15 Midfield 15.65 - 24.29 Pleasant Grove 19.64 - 30.47 Tarrant 16.97 - 26.32 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position: * Experience in a customer service-oriented position (e.g., interacting with people, providing information and/or a service). * No felony convictions or misdemeanors involving violent offenses or issues of moral turpitude. * Willing to submit to a general and criminal background check. * Willing to work an 8- or 12-hour shift on any shift or day (e.g., nights, weekends, holidays) and overtime as needed. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: The following are job-related qualifications deemed desirable by Merit System agencies. These qualifications may be considered by a hiring agency when reviewing applications and inviting candidates to participate in subsequent steps in the selection processes. * Experience as a public safety dispatcher. * Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) certification. * Emergency Fire Dispatch (EFD) certification. * Emergency Police Dispatch (EPD) certification. * National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification. * Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. TYPICAL JOB DUTIES: * Answers and manages calls to allow effective communication and response of emergency responders (i.e., police, fire, emergency medical services (EMS)) for citizens during emergency situations. * Provides information and referrals to citizens, public safety personnel, media, etc. by responding to calls involving non-emergency situations. * Operates technology-based work station that includes multiple video monitors, multiple software programs running simultaneously, a personal computer, phone lines, headsets, and alarm boards in order to receive, forward, and monitor calls for services. * Dispatches public safety personnel (i.e., police, fire, and medical emergency) and informs responding units of pertinent information regarding emergency situations. * Monitors responses of public safety personnel and activities of other dispatchers to track progress, maintain communications, and ensure personnel safety. * Accesses and maintains suspect and/or incident information by running database queries, updating databases, completing reports/logs, and filing documentation. * Monitors the functions of the detention center and ensures inmate safety and well-being. * Trains new employees, interns, or temporary employees how to perform the job to ensure employees are able to appropriately handle emergency calls and provide citizen and emergency personnel with necessary information. * Performs miscellaneous duties such as attending meetings, handling incoming and outgoing monies for reports, monitoring the weather, and updating information. * Engages in activities designed to ensure professional development, awareness of developments in the field, and knowledge of relevant practices, rules, laws, policies, and/or guidelines. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Job is primarily sedentary involving sitting for long periods of time, but may involve occasional walking or standing for brief periods. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is conducted almost exclusively indoors in a call center setting. Work involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, copier, etc. Job requires working holidays, overtime (e.g., in the morning, during lunch, or after normal working hours), and/or nights. EEO STATEMENT: The Personnel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Each Merit System member city/agency operate its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website. ACCOMMODATION: To request an accommodation in the application or hiring process due to your own ongoing medical condition or disability, please contact our Accommodations Coordinator at or phone at (select option 1) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The accommodation process is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or accommodation in the job application process. NOTE: This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply. DISCLAIMER: This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.

TARGET CLOSE DATE: 10/03/2025 PAY GRADE: Grade 18 TYPE: Full time JOB SUMMARY: Public Safety Dispatchers support public safety agencies by receiving emergency and non-emergency telephone and radio messages in a communication center, entering all requests for service into the computer-aided dispatch (CAD), and dispatching public safety personnel as warranted. Employees in this job class provide information and referrals to citizens for non-emergency calls. Work is performed in a call center setting and employees operate a technological workstation to include the simultaneous operation of multiple computer monitors, video monitors, telephones, two-way radios, etc. Public Safety Dispatchers do not supervise others. Work is reviewed by the shift supervisor by playing back recorded calls and checking records for accuracy and correctness. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Agencies provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. Applications for this position will be considered for the following Merit System employing agencies. The pay range for this job varies depending upon the Merit System employing agency. Bessemer $18.89 - $9.30 Birmingham 19.68 - 30.53 Fairfield 17.40 - 27.00 Fultondale 20.49 - 31.79 Gardendale 22.29 - 34.59 Homewood 21.76 - 33.76 Hueytown 20.25 - 31.41 Irondale 23.30 - 36.15 Midfield 15.65 - 24.29 Pleasant Grove 19.64 - 30.47 Tarrant 16.97 - 26.32 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position: * Experience in a customer service-oriented position (e.g., interacting with people, providing information and/or a service). * No felony convictions or misdemeanors involving violent offenses or issues of moral turpitude. * Willing to submit to a general and criminal background check. * Willing to work an 8- or 12-hour shift on any shift or day (e.g., nights, weekends, holidays) and overtime as needed. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: The following are job-related qualifications deemed desirable by Merit System agencies. These qualifications may be considered by a hiring agency when reviewing applications and inviting candidates to participate in subsequent steps in the selection processes. * Experience as a public safety dispatcher. * Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) certification. * Emergency Fire Dispatch (EFD) certification. * Emergency Police Dispatch (EPD) certification. * National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification. * Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. TYPICAL JOB DUTIES: * Answers and manages calls to allow effective communication and response of emergency responders (i.e., police, fire, emergency medical services (EMS)) for citizens during emergency situations. * Provides information and referrals to citizens, public safety personnel, media, etc. by responding to calls involving non-emergency situations. * Operates technology-based work station that includes multiple video monitors, multiple software programs running simultaneously, a personal computer, phone lines, headsets, and alarm boards in order to receive, forward, and monitor calls for services. * Dispatches public safety personnel (i.e., police, fire, and medical emergency) and informs responding units of pertinent information regarding emergency situations. * Monitors responses of public safety personnel and activities of other dispatchers to track progress, maintain communications, and ensure personnel safety. * Accesses and maintains suspect and/or incident information by running database queries, updating databases, completing reports/logs, and filing documentation. * Monitors the functions of the detention center and ensures inmate safety and well-being. * Trains new employees, interns, or temporary employees how to perform the job to ensure employees are able to appropriately handle emergency calls and provide citizen and emergency personnel with necessary information. * Performs miscellaneous duties such as attending meetings, handling incoming and outgoing monies for reports, monitoring the weather, and updating information. * Engages in activities designed to ensure professional development, awareness of developments in the field, and knowledge of relevant practices, rules, laws, policies, and/or guidelines. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Job is primarily sedentary involving sitting for long periods of time, but may involve occasional walking or standing for brief periods. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is conducted almost exclusively indoors in a call center setting. Work involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, copier, etc. Job requires working holidays, overtime (e.g., in the morning, during lunch, or after normal working hours), and/or nights. EEO STATEMENT: The Personnel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Each Merit System member city/agency operate its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website. ACCOMMODATION: To request an accommodation in the application or hiring process due to your own ongoing medical condition or disability, please contact our Accommodations Coordinator at or phone at (select option 1) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The accommodation process is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or accommodation in the job application process. NOTE: This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply. DISCLAIMER: This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.

TARGET CLOSE DATE: 10/03/2025 PAY GRADE: Grade 18 TYPE: Full time JOB SUMMARY: Public Safety Dispatchers support public safety agencies by receiving emergency and non-emergency telephone and radio messages in a communication center, entering all requests for service into the computer-aided dispatch (CAD), and dispatching public safety personnel as warranted. Employees in this job class provide information and referrals to citizens for non-emergency calls. Work is performed in a call center setting and employees operate a technological workstation to include the simultaneous operation of multiple computer monitors, video monitors, telephones, two-way radios, etc. Public Safety Dispatchers do not supervise others. Work is reviewed by the shift supervisor by playing back recorded calls and checking records for accuracy and correctness. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Agencies provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. Applications for this position will be considered for the following Merit System employing agencies. The pay range for this job varies depending upon the Merit System employing agency. Bessemer $18.89 - $9.30 Birmingham 19.68 - 30.53 Fairfield 17.40 - 27.00 Fultondale 20.49 - 31.79 Gardendale 22.29 - 34.59 Homewood 21.76 - 33.76 Hueytown 20.25 - 31.41 Irondale 23.30 - 36.15 Midfield 15.65 - 24.29 Pleasant Grove 19.64 - 30.47 Tarrant 16.97 - 26.32 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position: * Experience in a customer service-oriented position (e.g., interacting with people, providing information and/or a service). * No felony convictions or misdemeanors involving violent offenses or issues of moral turpitude. * Willing to submit to a general and criminal background check. * Willing to work an 8- or 12-hour shift on any shift or day (e.g., nights, weekends, holidays) and overtime as needed. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: The following are job-related qualifications deemed desirable by Merit System agencies. These qualifications may be considered by a hiring agency when reviewing applications and inviting candidates to participate in subsequent steps in the selection processes. * Experience as a public safety dispatcher. * Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) certification. * Emergency Fire Dispatch (EFD) certification. * Emergency Police Dispatch (EPD) certification. * National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification. * Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. TYPICAL JOB DUTIES: * Answers and manages calls to allow effective communication and response of emergency responders (i.e., police, fire, emergency medical services (EMS)) for citizens during emergency situations. * Provides information and referrals to citizens, public safety personnel, media, etc. by responding to calls involving non-emergency situations. * Operates technology-based work station that includes multiple video monitors, multiple software programs running simultaneously, a personal computer, phone lines, headsets, and alarm boards in order to receive, forward, and monitor calls for services. * Dispatches public safety personnel (i.e., police, fire, and medical emergency) and informs responding units of pertinent information regarding emergency situations. * Monitors responses of public safety personnel and activities of other dispatchers to track progress, maintain communications, and ensure personnel safety. * Accesses and maintains suspect and/or incident information by running database queries, updating databases, completing reports/logs, and filing documentation. * Monitors the functions of the detention center and ensures inmate safety and well-being. * Trains new employees, interns, or temporary employees how to perform the job to ensure employees are able to appropriately handle emergency calls and provide citizen and emergency personnel with necessary information. * Performs miscellaneous duties such as attending meetings, handling incoming and outgoing monies for reports, monitoring the weather, and updating information. * Engages in activities designed to ensure professional development, awareness of developments in the field, and knowledge of relevant practices, rules, laws, policies, and/or guidelines. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Job is primarily sedentary involving sitting for long periods of time, but may involve occasional walking or standing for brief periods. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is conducted almost exclusively indoors in a call center setting. Work involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, copier, etc. Job requires working holidays, overtime (e.g., in the morning, during lunch, or after normal working hours), and/or nights. EEO STATEMENT: The Personnel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Each Merit System member city/agency operate its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website. ACCOMMODATION: To request an accommodation in the application or hiring process due to your own ongoing medical condition or disability, please contact our Accommodations Coordinator at or phone at (select option 1) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The accommodation process is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or accommodation in the job application process. NOTE: This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply. DISCLAIMER: This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.

TARGET CLOSE DATE: 10/03/2025 PAY GRADE: Grade 18 TYPE: Full time JOB SUMMARY: Public Safety Dispatchers support public safety agencies by receiving emergency and non-emergency telephone and radio messages in a communication center, entering all requests for service into the computer-aided dispatch (CAD), and dispatching public safety personnel as warranted. Employees in this job class provide information and referrals to citizens for non-emergency calls. Work is performed in a call center setting and employees operate a technological workstation to include the simultaneous operation of multiple computer monitors, video monitors, telephones, two-way radios, etc. Public Safety Dispatchers do not supervise others. Work is reviewed by the shift supervisor by playing back recorded calls and checking records for accuracy and correctness. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Agencies provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. Applications for this position will be considered for the following Merit System employing agencies. The pay range for this job varies depending upon the Merit System employing agency. Bessemer $18.89 - $9.30 Birmingham 19.68 - 30.53 Fairfield 17.40 - 27.00 Fultondale 20.49 - 31.79 Gardendale 22.29 - 34.59 Homewood 21.76 - 33.76 Hueytown 20.25 - 31.41 Irondale 23.30 - 36.15 Midfield 15.65 - 24.29 Pleasant Grove 19.64 - 30.47 Tarrant 16.97 - 26.32 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position: * Experience in a customer service-oriented position (e.g., interacting with people, providing information and/or a service). * No felony convictions or misdemeanors involving violent offenses or issues of moral turpitude. * Willing to submit to a general and criminal background check. * Willing to work an 8- or 12-hour shift on any shift or day (e.g., nights, weekends, holidays) and overtime as needed. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: The following are job-related qualifications deemed desirable by Merit System agencies. These qualifications may be considered by a hiring agency when reviewing applications and inviting candidates to participate in subsequent steps in the selection processes. * Experience as a public safety dispatcher. * Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) certification. * Emergency Fire Dispatch (EFD) certification. * Emergency Police Dispatch (EPD) certification. * National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification. * Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. TYPICAL JOB DUTIES: * Answers and manages calls to allow effective communication and response of emergency responders (i.e., police, fire, emergency medical services (EMS)) for citizens during emergency situations. * Provides information and referrals to citizens, public safety personnel, media, etc. by responding to calls involving non-emergency situations. * Operates technology-based work station that includes multiple video monitors, multiple software programs running simultaneously, a personal computer, phone lines, headsets, and alarm boards in order to receive, forward, and monitor calls for services. * Dispatches public safety personnel (i.e., police, fire, and medical emergency) and informs responding units of pertinent information regarding emergency situations. * Monitors responses of public safety personnel and activities of other dispatchers to track progress, maintain communications, and ensure personnel safety. * Accesses and maintains suspect and/or incident information by running database queries, updating databases, completing reports/logs, and filing documentation. * Monitors the functions of the detention center and ensures inmate safety and well-being. * Trains new employees, interns, or temporary employees how to perform the job to ensure employees are able to appropriately handle emergency calls and provide citizen and emergency personnel with necessary information. * Performs miscellaneous duties such as attending meetings, handling incoming and outgoing monies for reports, monitoring the weather, and updating information. * Engages in activities designed to ensure professional development, awareness of developments in the field, and knowledge of relevant practices, rules, laws, policies, and/or guidelines. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Job is primarily sedentary involving sitting for long periods of time, but may involve occasional walking or standing for brief periods. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is conducted almost exclusively indoors in a call center setting. Work involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, copier, etc. Job requires working holidays, overtime (e.g., in the morning, during lunch, or after normal working hours), and/or nights. EEO STATEMENT: The Personnel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Each Merit System member city/agency operate its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website. ACCOMMODATION: To request an accommodation in the application or hiring process due to your own ongoing medical condition or disability, please contact our Accommodations Coordinator at or phone at (select option 1) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The accommodation process is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or accommodation in the job application process. NOTE: This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply. DISCLAIMER: This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.

TARGET CLOSE DATE: 10/03/2025 PAY GRADE: Grade 18 TYPE: Full time JOB SUMMARY: Public Safety Dispatchers support public safety agencies by receiving emergency and non-emergency telephone and radio messages in a communication center, entering all requests for service into the computer-aided dispatch (CAD), and dispatching public safety personnel as warranted. Employees in this job class provide information and referrals to citizens for non-emergency calls. Work is performed in a call center setting and employees operate a technological workstation to include the simultaneous operation of multiple computer monitors, video monitors, telephones, two-way radios, etc. Public Safety Dispatchers do not supervise others. Work is reviewed by the shift supervisor by playing back recorded calls and checking records for accuracy and correctness. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Agencies provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. Applications for this position will be considered for the following Merit System employing agencies. The pay range for this job varies depending upon the Merit System employing agency. Bessemer $18.89 - $9.30 Birmingham 19.68 - 30.53 Fairfield 17.40 - 27.00 Fultondale 20.49 - 31.79 Gardendale 22.29 - 34.59 Homewood 21.76 - 33.76 Hueytown 20.25 - 31.41 Irondale 23.30 - 36.15 Midfield 15.65 - 24.29 Pleasant Grove 19.64 - 30.47 Tarrant 16.97 - 26.32 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position: * Experience in a customer service-oriented position (e.g., interacting with people, providing information and/or a service). * No felony convictions or misdemeanors involving violent offenses or issues of moral turpitude. * Willing to submit to a general and criminal background check. * Willing to work an 8- or 12-hour shift on any shift or day (e.g., nights, weekends, holidays) and overtime as needed. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: The following are job-related qualifications deemed desirable by Merit System agencies. These qualifications may be considered by a hiring agency when reviewing applications and inviting candidates to participate in subsequent steps in the selection processes. * Experience as a public safety dispatcher. * Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) certification. * Emergency Fire Dispatch (EFD) certification. * Emergency Police Dispatch (EPD) certification. * National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification. * Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. TYPICAL JOB DUTIES: * Answers and manages calls to allow effective communication and response of emergency responders (i.e., police, fire, emergency medical services (EMS)) for citizens during emergency situations. * Provides information and referrals to citizens, public safety personnel, media, etc. by responding to calls involving non-emergency situations. * Operates technology-based work station that includes multiple video monitors, multiple software programs running simultaneously, a personal computer, phone lines, headsets, and alarm boards in order to receive, forward, and monitor calls for services. * Dispatches public safety personnel (i.e., police, fire, and medical emergency) and informs responding units of pertinent information regarding emergency situations. * Monitors responses of public safety personnel and activities of other dispatchers to track progress, maintain communications, and ensure personnel safety. * Accesses and maintains suspect and/or incident information by running database queries, updating databases, completing reports/logs, and filing documentation. * Monitors the functions of the detention center and ensures inmate safety and well-being. * Trains new employees, interns, or temporary employees how to perform the job to ensure employees are able to appropriately handle emergency calls and provide citizen and emergency personnel with necessary information. * Performs miscellaneous duties such as attending meetings, handling incoming and outgoing monies for reports, monitoring the weather, and updating information. * Engages in activities designed to ensure professional development, awareness of developments in the field, and knowledge of relevant practices, rules, laws, policies, and/or guidelines. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Job is primarily sedentary involving sitting for long periods of time, but may involve occasional walking or standing for brief periods. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is conducted almost exclusively indoors in a call center setting. Work involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, copier, etc. Job requires working holidays, overtime (e.g., in the morning, during lunch, or after normal working hours), and/or nights. EEO STATEMENT: The Personnel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Each Merit System member city/agency operate its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website. ACCOMMODATION: To request an accommodation in the application or hiring process due to your own ongoing medical condition or disability, please contact our Accommodations Coordinator at or phone at (select option 1) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The accommodation process is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or accommodation in the job application process. NOTE: This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply. DISCLAIMER: This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.

Job Summary: Provide security detail as outlined in the post orders and establish working relationships with customers, local law enforcement and fire departments. Security personnel will always perform job duties with a constant awareness of surroundings, making note of all activity that takes place in the assigned area. Security Officers must maintain a professional image and always demonstrate excellent customer service. Basic Functions: * Control of entrances and movement of pedestrian and vehicle traffic. * Patrol of buildings and perimeters. * Escort of material and personnel. * Inspection of security and fire exposures. * Special assignments. Responsibilities: Duties may vary depending on department size, organizational structure, geographic location and post assignments. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow for certain ADA requirements. Overall general function of officers is to provide security detail as described below (Note: duties may vary depending on post orders): * Be on time and report to post in full uniform. * Maintain professional image that includes greeting customers, visitors and employees in a polite and friendly manner. * Be proactive in knowing all revisions to post orders and general information distributed by the customer and AFS. * Patrol physical property or maintain fixed post position, being diligent to report any suspicious activity and investigate accidents and criminal acts. * Monitor cameras or equipment in a continuous fashion as outlined in the post orders. * Maintain a working knowledge of all emergency policies, procedures and regulations to be able to respond to alarms, incidents and emergency situations. * Complete Daily Activity Reports, Log Book entries, Incident Reports and all relevant reports related to job assignment. * Make recommendations to management on better safety and loss prevention processes as identified during daily routine. * Have knowledge of any life safety systems, fire panels, CCTV system computer, and other such equipment to complete job assignments. Ensure continuous and safe operation of all elevators and access doors. Know authorized contractor personnel who are responsible for maintenance and upkeep of equipment. * Ensure training and compliance guidelines are met as outlined by AFS and other agencies regulating the customer / market. * Communicate on a daily basis with Security Supervisor any new Security Issues or changes that need to be considered or implemented. Skills and Abilities: * A security officer is to be honest, alert and well-disciplined as the custodians of employee and customer property and safety. * Constant and dedicated vigilance. * Strong customer service skills, exemplifying Andy Frain Services Mission Statement. * Ability to be a hands-on, results oriented employee, handling multiple priorities simultaneously. * Ability to facilitate progressive change, work as part of a team and follow directions. * Work with a sense of urgency. * Strong oral and written communications skills. This description portrays in general terms the type and level(s) of work performed and is not intended to be all-inclusive, nor the specific duties of any one incumbent. Andy Frain Services reserves the right to modify, supplement, delete or augment the duties and responsibilities specified in the position description, in the Company's sole and absolute discretion. Duties other than those expressly specified may be assigned from time to time. Minimum Qualifications: The following are the minimum qualifications that an individual needs in order to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this position. Please note that the minimum qualifications may vary based upon the department size and/or geographic location. * High School Diploma and/or equivalent (GED). * Must be willing to submit to a background and drug screen; any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation. * Minimum 3 -- 6 months prior experience in loss prevention, life safety, CCTV systems or access computer systems. * State Guard license is required.

TARGET CLOSE DATE: 10/03/2025 PAY GRADE: Grade 18 TYPE: Full time JOB SUMMARY: Public Safety Dispatchers support public safety agencies by receiving emergency and non-emergency telephone and radio messages in a communication center, entering all requests for service into the computer-aided dispatch (CAD), and dispatching public safety personnel as warranted. Employees in this job class provide information and referrals to citizens for non-emergency calls. Work is performed in a call center setting and employees operate a technological workstation to include the simultaneous operation of multiple computer monitors, video monitors, telephones, two-way radios, etc. Public Safety Dispatchers do not supervise others. Work is reviewed by the shift supervisor by playing back recorded calls and checking records for accuracy and correctness. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Agencies provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. Applications for this position will be considered for the following Merit System employing agencies. The pay range for this job varies depending upon the Merit System employing agency. Bessemer $18.89 - $9.30 Birmingham 19.68 - 30.53 Fairfield 17.40 - 27.00 Fultondale 20.49 - 31.79 Gardendale 22.29 - 34.59 Homewood 21.76 - 33.76 Hueytown 20.25 - 31.41 Irondale 23.30 - 36.15 Midfield 15.65 - 24.29 Pleasant Grove 19.64 - 30.47 Tarrant 16.97 - 26.32 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position: * Experience in a customer service-oriented position (e.g., interacting with people, providing information and/or a service). * No felony convictions or misdemeanors involving violent offenses or issues of moral turpitude. * Willing to submit to a general and criminal background check. * Willing to work an 8- or 12-hour shift on any shift or day (e.g., nights, weekends, holidays) and overtime as needed. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: The following are job-related qualifications deemed desirable by Merit System agencies. These qualifications may be considered by a hiring agency when reviewing applications and inviting candidates to participate in subsequent steps in the selection processes. * Experience as a public safety dispatcher. * Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) certification. * Emergency Fire Dispatch (EFD) certification. * Emergency Police Dispatch (EPD) certification. * National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification. * Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. TYPICAL JOB DUTIES: * Answers and manages calls to allow effective communication and response of emergency responders (i.e., police, fire, emergency medical services (EMS)) for citizens during emergency situations. * Provides information and referrals to citizens, public safety personnel, media, etc. by responding to calls involving non-emergency situations. * Operates technology-based work station that includes multiple video monitors, multiple software programs running simultaneously, a personal computer, phone lines, headsets, and alarm boards in order to receive, forward, and monitor calls for services. * Dispatches public safety personnel (i.e., police, fire, and medical emergency) and informs responding units of pertinent information regarding emergency situations. * Monitors responses of public safety personnel and activities of other dispatchers to track progress, maintain communications, and ensure personnel safety. * Accesses and maintains suspect and/or incident information by running database queries, updating databases, completing reports/logs, and filing documentation. * Monitors the functions of the detention center and ensures inmate safety and well-being. * Trains new employees, interns, or temporary employees how to perform the job to ensure employees are able to appropriately handle emergency calls and provide citizen and emergency personnel with necessary information. * Performs miscellaneous duties such as attending meetings, handling incoming and outgoing monies for reports, monitoring the weather, and updating information. * Engages in activities designed to ensure professional development, awareness of developments in the field, and knowledge of relevant practices, rules, laws, policies, and/or guidelines. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Job is primarily sedentary involving sitting for long periods of time, but may involve occasional walking or standing for brief periods. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is conducted almost exclusively indoors in a call center setting. Work involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, copier, etc. Job requires working holidays, overtime (e.g., in the morning, during lunch, or after normal working hours), and/or nights. EEO STATEMENT: The Personnel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Each Merit System member city/agency operate its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website. ACCOMMODATION: To request an accommodation in the application or hiring process due to your own ongoing medical condition or disability, please contact our Accommodations Coordinator at or phone at (select option 1) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The accommodation process is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or accommodation in the job application process. NOTE: This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply. DISCLAIMER: This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.