Part-Time Public Safety Security Screener (2nd Shift)

Wisconsin Center District Job Description

Part-Time Public Safety Security Screener (HOURS 2-11PM) 

 Position Overview:  The Part-Time Public Safety Security Screener reports directly to the Public Safety Manager and has the responsibility of monitoring of the security station equipment in and around the three Wisconsin Center District (WCD) facilities, including the Baird Center, UW-M Panther Arena and Miller High Life Theatre. This role works closely with all departments to ensure staffing, policies and procedures are maintained to provide a world class experience for all clients, guests and staff on a daily basis. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitors the walk-thru RF frictionless screening system as guests walk through.
• When necessary, will use handheld wand to further search a person.
• If risks are detected, perform mitigation practices by identifying the false positive source and/or directing the individual to leave property.
• Could be required to monitor a door camera system.
• Assists visitors with questions and directs them to specific offices.
• Reports unusual, questionable or suspicious activities to a supervisor.
• Obeys all safety rules and regulations.
• Must be able to work various shifts as assigned by Public Safety Manager dependent on event needs.
• As required, performs similar or related duties and a variety of services.

Skills & Qualifications: 

• Strong organizational skills in which attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects on time is essential
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to navigate organizations to build relationships and garner support; ability to work collaboratively with cross functional work teams and to establish rapport with others; strong teamwork and synergy skills required
• Exceptional communication skills and situational adaptability; capable of clearly conveying WCD standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a service-oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities
• Ability to work under high pressure in meeting urgent deadlines
• Ability to establish and maintain effective professional working relationships with staff, contractors, and facility users while respecting WCD fraternization policies
• Ability to work independently and efficiently; exercise initiative, resourcefulness and good judgement
• Understand and consistently follow work rules, procedures and directions
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with an emphasis on business writing skills
• Ability to read, write, and speak English; perform basic mathematical functions (add, subtract, multiply and divide)
• Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form
• Exemplify the organization’s core values: Be Bold. Be Proud. Be Experience Obsessed.

Education & Experience:

• Required
  1. High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  2. Minimum 2 years' experience in the Public Safety field, preferably in entertainment
  3. Must be proficient in MS Office (Excel, PP, Word, Access), and MS Outlook
  4. Direct experience with automated fire/safety systems, automated camera systems and basic computer proficiency is preferred
• Preferred
  1. Previous experience with automated fire/life safety systems and automated camera systems
  2. Previous experience with a hotel, sports team, and/or convention center

Physical Demands:  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 the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.  Specific hearing abilities required by this job include the ability to hear to be able to listen to employees, clients, guests, and two-way radio traffic in the course of work.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  The employee is required to use their fingers and hands in the course of general work tasks.

Positioned Based in:  Milwaukee, WI                      Position Type:  Part-Time Non-Exempt

Travel Required:  N/A                                               Reports to:   Public Safety Manager
Department: Public Safety

**The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of the job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. 
 **We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, martial or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. 
 **Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.