Safety Officer

City Of Georgetown•Georgetown, KY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Georgetown is currently accepting applications for Safety Officer. Applications must be completed online at https://www.georgetownky.gov/2160/Apply-for-a-Job . Safety Officer Equal Opportunity Employer Drug Free Workplace Any applicant who needs an ADA accommodation in the employment selection process will request the accommodation from the human resources director. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. See links below. Family Medical Leave Act Equal Employment Opportunity Equal Employment Opportunity Supplement Employee Polygraph Protection Act CHARACTERISTICS OF POSITION: Under general supervision of a Police Sergeant, the Safety Officer serves as a non-sworn civilian member of the Georgetown Police Department. The Safety Officer provides traffic and crowd control, responds to traffic incidents, enforces non-moving violations, and supports public safety operations to improve departmental efficiency and enhance community service.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D) required.
General understanding of traffic safety and local parking ordinances.
Familiarity with city geography and traffic flow.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to operate emergency lights and equipment responsibly.
Remain calm and professional during high-pressure situations.
Maintain a calm and composed demeanor when interacting with citizens.
Prepare clear and concise reports and testify in court as required.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must pass a background check.
Must not have been convicted of a felony or serious misdemeanor.
Subject to shift work, 24-hour call-back, holiday and weekend duty.
Subject to random drug testing after employment.
Valid Kentucky driver’s license required.
Completion of Kentucky Law Enforcement Counsel-certified 120-hour training program.
Ongoing in-service or specialized training as required.
Must be available for variable shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Subject to 24-hour call-back in emergencies.
Must be capable of standing for long durations and directing traffic.
Must be able to lift 25-50 pounds occasionally.
Frequent walking, bending, and exposure to outdoor conditions.
Must operate automobiles in emergency situations.
All employees of the City shall be and remain drug and alcohol free at all times when working for the City, or engages in activity to that work.

Responsibilities

Responds to traffic-related calls for service that do not require intervention of a sworn officer.
Direct traffic at collision scenes, emergencies, and special events.
Investigate non-fatal traffic collisions.
Issue citations for non-moving violations and impound illegally parked vehicles.
Prepare accurate reports and maintain required documentation.
Assist with emergency and disaster response scenes as directed.
Appear for hearings and court trials related to parking citations and code violations.
Support traffic safety and community education programs.
Operate city-owned vehicles, including use in emergency mode (with lights and siren).
Preform related work as assigned.