Student Worker - Public Safety Cadet

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Under the supervision of the Campus Police Officer, a Public Safety Cadet is responsible for providing protection and services for Waubonsee students, faculty, staff, guests, property, and interests. This is to be accomplished through preventive patrol, emergency response, and other services in accordance with departmental mission and objectives.

Support and assist uniformed officers in enforcement of Waubonsee regulations and applicable State of Illinois statutes as authorized by law.

Support and assist uniformed officers in preventive patrols of the college campus to prevent crimes, mitigate risks, and maintain security.

Support and assist uniformed officers in emergencies as an initial responder, taking immediate action to protect individuals and minimize risks.

Support and assist uniformed officers in enforcing Waubonsee regulations and applicable State of Illinois statutes, supporting and assisting uniformed campus police officers.

Monitor weather conditions, surveillance cameras, and alarm systems, reporting suspicious or unusual situations.

Assist in implementing emergency notifications, evacuation plans, and sheltering procedures.

Perform traffic control duties on college property, including directing traffic, assisting with parking, and providing directions to visitors.

Provide courteous services such as jump‑starting cars, unlocking vehicles, and escorting lone pedestrians at night.

Report malfunctioning alarms, blocked or non‑functioning exits, broken windows or doors, and other safety concerns.

Document incidents by completing required reports and records, including sensitive or confidential information.

Serve as a resource of college information, assisting students, faculty, staff, and visitors in locating facilities and activities.

Assist with locking and unlocking doors and securing buildings at the beginning and end of each shift.

Attend department meetings and required trainings.

Maintain professionalism and courtesy in interactions with students, staff, the public, and law enforcement officers.

Act as a backup for the Campus Police front desk/administrative position.

Perform duties as assigned by a Campus Police Officer and/or appropriate administrator.

A student, in good standing, at Waubonsee Community College pursuing a career in Criminal Justice.

Must be eighteen years or older.

Maintain a GPA of 2.5 throughout employment.

Valid Illinois driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Excellent customer service, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

Ability to speak, read, write and comprehend Spanish is a plus.

Physical capability for exertion and quick response during emergencies.

Ability to pass a background investigation covering employment, education, driving, and criminal records.

Ability to be certified in First Responder First Aid/CPR/AED.

Ability to work weekends and nights and occasional on‑call hours.

• Resume-Yes
• Cover Letter-Yes
• Resume-Yes

Days off on National Holidays and when the college is closed, $25 bookstore credit to buy Waubonsee wear, and flexible schedules.

Special Instructions:
Please upload all documents when submitting this application.

EOE, including disability and veteran.