POSITION DESCRIPTION :
The position’s core duties include a variety of public safety work to include routine patrols to provide security and protection of citizens attending the annual Wisconsin State Fair. The Public Safety Officer performs specialty tasks as assigned and other duties necessary to ensure crime prevention at the Wisconsin State Fair Park grounds. The Public Safety Officer provides safety services for special events and performs all assigned duties in support of the Wisconsin State Fair Park, understanding that the positive and effective execution of these duties are instrumental in the process of the Wisconsin State Fair Park’s mission. In addition to the Public Safety Officer job function a “Special Response Team” Public Safety Officer works closely in conjunction with sworn law enforcement officers, assists with dignitary protection details, and must pass mandatory “Defense and Arrest Tactics” (DAAT) Training.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE :
This position is an unclassified, seasonal Limited Term Employment (LTE) position within the State of Wisconsin employment system. This role will work in a full-time capacity over the 11-day annual Wisconsin State Fair, which includes weekends. There may be additional work hours offered before and/or after the annual fair. Annual hours worked in this position will not exceed 1039 hours.

COMPENSATION :
The starting wage for this role is $16.25 per hour.

WHO CAN APPLY :
This position is open to all qualified State of Wisconsin residents who meet the outlined criteria.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Specific Duties include but are not limited to:

• Assist sworn law enforcement personnel as directed
• Must pass Defense and Arrest Tactics (DAAT) Training
• Provides assistance to the public in emergency and non-emergency situations
• Takes appropriate action on matters affecting public safety
• Performs specialized assignments and duties as assigned by the Deputy Chief/ Deputy Director of Public Safety
• Provides regular foot patrol, to include Spin City, Main Stage and other directed patrol missions
• Preserves and protects at all times, property from theft and vandalism
• Provides building security, if directed
• Assumes responsibility for building access, locking and unlocking doors as necessary
• Responds to situations, including but not limited to, disruptive and/or disorderly incidents, various medical situations and assures that order is maintained
• Inspects, maintains and secures all assigned departmental issued equipment to ensure effective operating conditions are maintained
• Attends mandatory training required for qualification as a Public Safety Officer and Special Response Team
• Maintains Public Safety related skills and abilities at an acceptable level
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS :

• The ability to work ALL 11 days of the annual Wisconsin State Fair
• Able to work cooperatively and harmoniously with the public and others
• Interact courteously with all levels of supervision
• Ability to understand and apply department protocols that are applicable to the position
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Proficiency in the use and maintenance of equipment applicable to the position
• Ability to successfully complete all mandatory training requirements applicable to position.
• The ability to work effectively with diverse groups
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age and a citizen of the State of Wisconsin
• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Criminal Justice course work preferred, but not necessary
• No felony convictions, unless fully pardoned
• Be of good moral character
• Pass a background investigation conducted by the Police Department annually

Physical and Environmental Demands: :

• Regular: Standing, bending, use of both hands, arms and legs, simultaneous mental/muscular coordination, oral communication, hearing, near and far vision, depth perception, color identification, feeling, twisting and pressure involving wrists, arms and hands.
• Frequent: Walking, climbing stairs, balancing, reaching, repetitive finger movements.
• Occasional: Moderate and light lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling.
• Be able to perform duties in an outdoor setting including all weather conditions.

SPECIAL NOTES :
The candidate must be able to work all 11 days of the annual Wisconsin State Fair; for 2023 these dates are August 3 – 13, 2023. Prior to appointment to this position, the candidate will be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check.

TO APPLY :
Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing your experience and qualifications as they relate to the position below. Application materials must be received by 4:30pm on Friday, July 7th 2023:. The most qualified applicants will be invited to interview. Call Lauren Schmidt, Administrative Assistant to the Public Safety Department, with questions at 414.266.7046.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION :
Wisconsin State Fair Park is a year-round entertainment venue, hosting activities, events, meetings and more throughout the four seasons. Home to the Exposition Center, Tommy G. Thompson Youth Center, the Milwaukee Mile Speedway, WI Products Pavilion, and many other facilities, hundreds of events are held at the Fair Park each year. Perhaps the most notable and certainly the signature event, the Wisconsin State Fair, welcomes more than one million Fairgoers over 11 summer days. Visit wistatefair.com for more information.

Wisconsin State Fair Park’s central location within the largest metro area in Wisconsin makes it a desirable place to work, live, and play. As a world-class city, Milwaukee and the Greater Milwaukee Area are full of opportunities galore for living, working, and playing. Visit discovermilwaukee.com for more information.

All Limited Term and Seasonal Employment Positions, including those for the annual Wisconsin State Fair, require Wisconsin Residency: , as defined in § 6.10(1), at the time of application and throughout employment with Wisconsin State Fair Park.

Wisconsin State Fair Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer.