Job Description

The Public Safety Officer is required to protect the property of the State Museum and the rights of individuals against loss or injury due to disorderly acts, accidents, fires or other hazards. In this position the incumbent will:

• Monitor cameras to detect safety hazards, and unusual activity; report specific problems to

designated responsible party.

• Respond to emergencies, including emergency call back situations, either at the State Museum or where assigned when notified to respond. Perform duties related to emergency responses as outlined in the State Museum\'s Disaster Plan or as directed.
• Complete required shift reports, as necessary, and keeps a file containing all pertinent

information that concerns Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) information.

• Check in all employees and visitors at the employee entrance/exit, distribute, collect and

log keys and passes, and handle inquiries in person or by phone as required, when posted in the command center.

• Secure the building and arm/disarm alarm systems, when assigned opening or closing shifts.
• Direct employees and guests with authority, composure, and professionalism, in the event of

evacuation due to alarms or emergencies.

• Assist with Facility Rentals Office as needed.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A high school diploma and experience in fire prevention, safety or security activities.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to communicate well both verbally and in writing.
• Must be a team player, have good interpersonal skills, and able to deal effectively with

visitors and staff members both in day-to-day and emergency environments.

• Must be able to access all parts of the facility.
• Requires the ability to prepare and review various administrative paperwork and be proficient

with a computer.

• Requires telephone and face-to-face communications and extensive use of a radio and telephone.
• Requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application will be required to bring a copy of college transcript to the interview. A copy of the transcript may also be uploaded as an attachment to the application, if required by the hiring department or if desired by the applicant. Please note that some areas of the Department may require an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination.

Upon hiring, candidate must submit official college transcript or diploma for degree(s) obtained.

The State Museum Commission is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including
pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation),
national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

State of South Carolina