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Public Safety Officer

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Wharton County Junior College

Richmond, TX (In Person)

$38,225 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/11/2026

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Public Safety Officer Salary $38,225.00 Annually Location Richmond Campus, 5333 FM 1640, Richmond, TX Job Type Support Staff Full Time Job Number 2604 S 021 Department Vice Pres of Finance and Administration Division Security Opening Date 06/08/2026 Closing Date 6/23/2026 10:00 AM Central Description Benefits Questions General Description The hours for the Public Safety Officer will be from 7:00 a.m.
  • 3:00 p.
m., Monday through Friday with possible weekend work opportunities available. This position may have to occasionally travel to other campuses to fill in when needed. Days and times are subject to change at any time to meet the needs of the security department. Under the direction of the Director of Security and Public Safety, the Public Safety Officer is responsible for the safety and security of persons including College employees, students, guest of/and visitors to the campus; the protection of College property, including buildings, grounds, equipment and other assets of the College. The Public Safety Officer will provide assistance in emergency situations or conditions, and take action appropriate to the crisis situation within legal limits of the department's authority. Requirements This position requires a high school diploma or GED and two (2) years of security, law enforcement, or related work experience. The person in this position must be at least 21 years old and have no felony criminal convictions. A Texas Driver License and insurable driving record is required. The person in this position must be skilled in conflict resolution and avoidance, and have exemplary public relations skills. A criminal background check is also required. To be considered for this position, all qualified applicants must attach to their online application the following documents: Copy of Texas Driver License Resume Cover Letter outlining relevant work experience All documents must be attached to one online application to be considered. Please re-open your application form to verify all documents are properly attached. Summary of Wharton County Junior College (WCJC)
Full Time Benefits:
At No Cost to the Employee Health Insurance (after 90 day waiting period) Life Insurance of $5,000 (after 90 day waiting period) Long Term Disability Coverage Optional Coverage at Employee's Cost Dependent Health Insurance (after 90 day waiting period) Dental Insurance Optional Life Insurance Dependent Life Insurance Voluntary Accidental Death Insurance Long & Short Term Disability Insurance Optional Premium Conversions Dependant (Day) Care Reimbursement Health Care Reimbursement Retirement Options Teachers' Retirement System Fund (TRS) (after 90 day waiting period) 403b Optional Retirement Programs (ORP) (after 90 day waiting period) Tax
  • deferred Annuities Participation in Social Security is mandatory. Additional Benefits Free WCJC Tuition Free WCJC tuition for employees and dependents (does not include Continuing Education classes) Personal Days Two personal days per year Holidays 25 paid holidays per year for twelve month full time employees Sick Days 1.5 sick days per month
  • maximum number accrued is 60 days Nine month employees may accrue 13.50 days per year Twelve month employees may accrue 18.50 days per year Vacation Days Twelve month employees who work 40 hours per week for 12 months
  • 12 vacation days per year COBRA Benefits COBRA benefits available upon separation from WCJC Please note: All benefits will be discussed in depth with each new WCJC employee during New Employee Orientation.
Questions regarding benefits should be directed to the WCJC Payroll and Benefits Office at 1-800-561-9252 extension 6376. 01 Do you have a high school diploma or GED and two (2) years of security, law enforcement, or related work experience? Yes No 02 Work experience is required for me to meet the minimum qualifications for this position. I understand that if I do not include my work experience in my WCJC online application, I will not be deemed qualified for this position. Yes No 03 Are you at least 21 years old and have no felony criminal convictions? Yes No 04 Do you have a Texas Driver License and insurable driving record? Yes No 05 Are you skilled in conflict resolution and avoidance, and have exemplary public relations skills? Yes No 06 To be considered for this position, all qualified applicants must attach to their online application the following documents: 1) Copy of Texas Driver License, 2) Resume, 3) Cover Letter outlining relevant work experience. Did you attach these items? Please note that your application will not be accepted without attaching these items. Yes No 07
  • WCJC has multiple campus locations. I understand the responsibilities of this job may require travel from one location to another and/or that my working location and hours are subject to change at any time during my employment with WCJC to meet department/division needs to ensure student success at the College.
  • Yes No Required Question Employer Wharton County Junior College Address 911 Boling Highway, A-206 Wharton, Texas, 77488 Phone 979-532-6947 979-532-6561 Website http://www.
wcjc.edu