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Public Safety Associate- part-time, .5FTE, first shift

Children's Wisconsin · Milwaukee, WI · Part time

Posted Feb 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a job where you were the first point of contact for the public. What did you learn?

What they are checking: Whether they have experience greeting people steadily and helping them find their way.

Tell me about a time you had to follow a rule you did not personally agree with.

What they are checking: Whether they will follow security procedures consistently, which only work when everyone applies them the same way.

What would you do

Part of this role is badging and screening visitors under visitation guidelines. How would you explain to a relative that they cannot go up to a patient's room?

What they are checking: Whether they can enforce visitor rules kindly and clearly without arguing or giving in.

A visitor seems nervous, avoids eye contact and gives vague answers about who they are visiting. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they notice warning signs and involve a Public Safety Officer instead of guessing or confronting.

How would you help a family with a wheelchair, stroller and three kids figure out how to get to their appointment?

What they are checking: Whether they think about transportation needs and practical help, not just giving directions.

This is a uniformed position. How do you think a uniform changes how people react to you?

What they are checking: Whether they understand they represent authority and safety, and must stay approachable while in uniform.

A line of visitors is building up at the desk and someone is getting impatient. How do you keep things moving without skipping steps?

What they are checking: Whether they can stay efficient under pressure while still screening every visitor correctly.

What would you do if you saw something during your shift that made you uneasy but was not clearly a problem?

What they are checking: Whether they report concerns early to the right people rather than waiting until something goes wrong.

About the work

You issue badge access credentials. Why does accuracy matter so much in that task?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that a wrong badge gives the wrong person access to areas where children are.

How do you handle private information you learn about patients or visitors while working the front desk?

What they are checking: Whether they understand confidentiality in a hospital and will not share what they see or hear.

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The full job description

As published by Children's Wisconsin.

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today. Please follow this link for a closer look at what it’s like to work at Children’s Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/ Position Summary- Public Safety Associate is a uniform position responsible for providing support to Public Safety operations at CW facilities. Duties may include, but limited to, any or all of the following. Provide badge access credentialing services. Actively greets and engages with guests, visitors to ensure a positive experience. Badges and screens visitors according to visitation guidelines. Determines the guest’s destination and transportation needs, providing assistance as needed. Directs visitors with precise way finding. Report suspicious activities. Provides support and guidance to visitors during emergency conditions. Performing Weapon Screening services at designated locations to prevent weapons and other prohibited property from entering Children’s property. Position Requirements- Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Must complete CPR certification – Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through American Heart Association or American Red Cross within 3 months of hire. Education A high school diploma or GED. Experience A minimum of one year customer service experience including conflict management situations. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Exhibits guiding behaviors that reflect Children’s values and support our mission and vision. Basic computer skills in order to utilize equipment and systems (PC software applications, Microsoft Word, Excel Access, CAD, Incident Reporting, Surveillance Systems, Hospital software applications EPIC, etc. At a level normally acquired through attendance at technical courses or related experience. Perform weapon screening and visitor management /engagement functions at points of entry. Utilize screening technologies and equipment to facilitate processes. Ability to read and write in order to complete required reports and perform various recordkeeping activities at a level normally acquired through completion of high school. Ability to successfully complete department approved Defensive Training for Security (DTS) program. Critical thinking skills required to make independent decisions and problem solve in a complex, fast paced environment. Excellent customer service, communication, interpersonal, and prioritization skills are essential. Ability to work independently or as a team. Exudes confidence and finesse in stressful situations-effectively diffusing negativity. Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with a variety of hospital employees, patients, and visitors, sometimes under potentially stressful situations. Ability to assess demeanor of internal and external customers, adjusting approach as appropriate to those who could be lost, confused, joyful, upset or demanding with the goal of enhancing the overall experience. Ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve issues within the electronic health record (EHR) transport module and visitor lists located within the EHR as an FYI flag. Ability to use weapon screening technologies to effectively perform duties and responsibilities. Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law. Certifications/Licenses: BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council, CHS-Certified Healthcare Security - International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety

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