Public Safety Officer - Part Time

Job Title

Performs intermediate work providing a variety of community services not requiring licensed police officers in areas including, but not necessarily limited to: traffic / parking, equipment maintenance, the watch property program, crime prevention, transport of personnel or evidence. Performs related work as apparent or assigned.

Essential Functions

Enforces City ordinances and assists peace officers with traffic management at accident scenes and at traffic survey sites. Assists in the maintenance of department emergency equipment, vehicles/apparatus, and inventory of medical supplies. Transports personnel and/or evidence as requested, ensuring that safety and security is maintained at all stages of such transports. Monitors designated properties on the watch list and reports any unusual or suspicious activity to a licensed peace officer. Assists peace officers and firefighters as directed in setting up and preventative measures intended to help reduce and prevent crime and fire emergencies in the City. Performs a variety of animal control activities including investigating citizen complaints and enforcing established animal control ordinances. Assists peace officers in monitoring prisoners in City jail cells.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED with moderate work-related experience. Valid MN Driver's License.

Competencies Common to All Positions

Developing and maintaining a thorough working knowledge of all department and applicable City policies and procedures in order to help facilitate compliance with such policies and procedures by all personnel. Demonstrating by personal example the service excellence and integrity expected from all staff. Developing respectful and cooperative relationships with co-workers, including willing assistance to newer staff so job responsibilities can be performed with confidence as quickly as possible. Conferring regularly with and keeping the immediate supervisor informed of all important matters pertaining to those functions and job responsibilities for which accountable. Representing the City in a professional manner to the general public and other outside contacts / constituencies in a manner that helps maintain and enhance New Brighton's reputation as a well-managed City. Demonstrating a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Core Values Common to All Positions

Innovation: We embrace innovation by staying curious, adaptable, and growth-minded while balancing new ideas with practical solutions. Excellence: We strive for excellence by delivering high-quality work with flexibility, support for one another, and meaningful service to our community. Optimism: We choose optimism in how we show up each day, bringing positive energy, encouragement, a sense of fun, and a focus on solutions. Connection: We build strong connections by communicating openly, working collaboratively, and creating a space of trust, support, and inclusion.

Benefits

The City of New Brighton offers a robust benefits package, see details below. Labor union benefits are determined through collective bargaining and may have different retirement plans. All staff: Paid Sick Leave / Earned Sick & Safe Time Dress for your day New Brighton Community Center Membership Employee Assistance Program Vision discount at participating providers PERA Retirement for non-union staff, some employees may be exempt from PERA depending on position Optional 457 / 457 Roth retirement plans MERSC - discounts for various retail, services, and events Full-time staff: Employer contribution to health insurance premium & health saving account, with cash option if waived Employer-paid life insurance, with supplemental policies available Employee Wellness Program Flexible benefit plans for health care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and limited scope health care reimbursement Paid parental leave Flexible / remote work schedules Optional long-term disability, short-term disability, and AFLAC insurance