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Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  If disability related accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936. For submitted application inquiries please contact [email protected]. Please note: an online application must be submitted for consideration. 
 

We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County!

Closing Date: 02/06/2026 or upon receipt of the first 50 application submissions.

Public Safety Officer

Full-time, Hourly

Hourly Range: $16.87 – $25.31

 Job Summary: 

The Public Safety Officers provide security for those who work, visit and conduct business inside the Milwaukee County Courthouse, Safety Building, Criminal Justice Facility and the Vel R. Phillips Youth & Family Justice Center. All who enter these facilities are required to either show a valid form of work identification or be vetted by the security officers. This position is vital to keeping a safe environment for the mentioned facilities.

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Job Responsibilities

• Operate Facility Screening Stations - Officers ensure citizens enter though the security stations.  All citizens properly must go through a magnetometer and be inspected by the officers.  Officers also use handheld metal detectors to ensure citizens are not bringing in any prohibited items inside the facilities.
• Contact With Citizens Entering the Facility - Security Officers assist citizens with directions around the facilities as well as the expected behavior inside these facilities. 
• Building Sweeps - Sweep the building after closing time to ensure all doors to the outside are properly secured and any citizens who no longer have business inside the building are walked out.
• Emergency Response - Officers are trained to contact the Sheriff's Office in the event of emergencies including medical emergencies.  Officers are trained in CPR.
• Use of Equipment, Tools & Materials – Operate computers, X-Ray magnetometer with conveyer belt, and handheld metal detectors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education, License/Certification and Experience

• Current residency within the State of Wisconsin required.
• High School diploma or GED required.

Preferred Experience/Education:

• Military, Security or Law Enforcement experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to lift, carry, push and pull 10 lbs.; knowledge of security practices and procedures; oral and written communication skills; ability to take prompt and decisive action in an emergency situation; ability to use a computer to write reports; ability to work well under stress; ability to operate a two-way radio; ability to understand and follow both written and oral directions; and ability to work effectively and harmoniously with employees and the general public.

NOTE:  This ORIGINAL APPLICATION is open to qualified residents of the State of Wisconsin at the time of application. Candidates need to submit a full account of their training and experience (i.e., by submitting an up-to-date resume or by fully completing the application) during the application process and may also be asked to take additional written or performance tests as part of the selection process.

APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION

Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.