Library Safety Specialist City of St. Paul - 3.5 Saint Paul, MN Job Details Full-time $53,331.20 - $73,278.40 a year 12 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Community relationship building Full Job Description About the Position Saint Paul Public Libraries is currently hiring a Library Safety Specialist! This is an exciting opportunity to build partnerships with the community and contribute to a safety culture within our public spaces. Here is what you can expect to do: Contribute to the safe and welcoming environment by providing a supportive presence to staff and patrons Engage in the library community and build relationships with patrons Respond to behaviors against library policy and help de-escalate elevated behaviors Provide technical expertise in emergency response and help lead the organization's building crisis and emergency management efforts Communicate and enforce the library conduct policy and assists other staff in enforcing it Serves as the lead in emergency situations and provides guidance and instruction to others on building emergency management plans and procedures Information Specific to this

Position:

This position will be expected to work in various library locations. Worksites are to be determined, subject to notification and change. You should be available to work a flexible schedule outside of normal office hours including early mornings, evenings, and weekends. You will stand and walk for longs periods during your workday. For more information and essential functions, see our Library Safety Specialist job description.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging:

The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job. Position Requirements Five years of safety and security experience in at least one of the following areas: security, law enforcement, program or project management, conflict resolution, or restorative practices. A bachelor's degree in social work, Criminal Justice, Occupational Safety, Psychology, or a related field can substitute for four years of experience. An associate degree can substitute for two years of experience. Other types of educational experience and/or professional certifications that confer similar levels of specialized knowledge can be considered on a case-by-case basis. How to Apply Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date. Upload or submit the following required document via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.) A resume First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide. Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627. Learn more about our

Hiring Process Assessment:

Qualifications Rating The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application, resume, and answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Promotion Only Job Posting:

This posting is open to current City of Saint Paul employees who meet the Civil Service promotion rule, which includes two years certified service. The promotion eligible list is ranked. Those who pass the assessment will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months.

Promotion Final Selection Process:

You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire based on civil service rules. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Pre-Employment Screening:

This position requires a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer, if qualifying based on education.

Human Resources Contact Informatio n:

Trisha Freiberger at 651-266-6481

Email:

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history. Veteran's Preference for

Promotional Candidates:

If you are a disabled veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statutes 197.455 you must submit a photocopy of your confirmation from the Veterans Administration of a permanent service-connected disability rated at fifty percent (50%) or more preferably at time of application . Click here for more information.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits. Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement.

Benefits may include:

City Paid Benefits Health Insurance Vacation/Holidays Sick Leave Life Insurance Subsidized Metro Bus Pass Deferred Compensation Retirement Program Optional Benefits Dental Flexible Spending Accounts Disability Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Long Term Care Insurance For a detailed overview, visit General Benefits.