Job Description:

Student Worker - Public Safety Cadet




Varies between campuses

Student Worker


Waubonsee Community College promotes diversity in faculty, staff, and student recruitment and is committed to hiring and retaining exceptional faculty and staff who are committed to the college's culture of collaboration, professional growth and student success.


Under the supervision of the Campus Police Officer, a Public Safety Cadet is responsible for providing protection and services for Waubonsee students, faculty, staff, guests, property, and interests. This is to be accomplished through preventive patrol, emergency response, and other services in accordance with departmental mission and objectives.


Interested students should reach out to Campus Police Officers at Campuspolice@waubonsee.edu to get more information about completing the prescreening application.


Support and assist uniformed officers in enforcement of Waubonsee regulations and applicable State of Illinois statutes as authorized by law.


Maintain good rapport with students, staff, and visitors.


Support and assist uniformed officers by responding to crimes and incidents occurring within our jurisdiction and complete the appropriate reports.


Support and assist uniformed officers by collecting, preserving, and safeguarding evidence.


Patrol regularly to prevent crime, provide service and assistance as requested, and take appropriate action as required.


Provide traffic controls functions.


Provide emergency first aid services.


Maintain order at activities held on campus.


Attend and participate in all department meetings and trainings as assigned.


Perform duties as assigned by a Campus Police Officer and/or department supervisors.



Minimum Qualifications



Must have already completed the Cadet Screening form prior to application


Must be18 years of age or older


Must be pursuing a career in Criminal Justice


Must be enrolled in at least 1 credit hour


Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5


Please attach the following documents when applying:

Cover Letter-Yes

Resume-Yes

References-No (Can be provided at interview)

Transcripts-No

Position Details

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Grant Funded: No
Minimum Starting Rate: 15.50 - 15.50
Compensation Type: Hourly
Work Schedule: Varies Hours/Days Vary
Work Hours: 25 hours per week (max)
Testing: No
Targeted Hire Date:


Special Instructions: Please attach required documents at time of application.


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