On-Call Campus Safety Officer-TS

Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation•Toppenish, WA

About The Position

The Campus Safety Officer works collaboratively with staff, students, regional school safety centers, and the community to maintain a safe learning environment where teachers feel safe teaching and students feel safe learning. The officer advises administrators on problem-solving and serves as a mentor to students and faculty. The role includes campus supervision, enforcement of school disciplinary plans, support for activities outside normal school days, investigation and deterrence of criminal conduct, and student counseling. The officer also works with school staff and local law-enforcement partners, contributes expertise to staff training and safety drills, and supports the implementation and ongoing assessment of school safety plans. Additional projects and duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or a combination of related courses, training, and experience that provides the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities.
Pass a pre-employment drug test.
Pass a background and fingerprint check in accordance with Yakama Nation Tribal School policy.
No history of child abuse or neglect.
No history of drug or alcohol abuse.
Obtain and maintain basic first aid and CPR certification.
Experience in law enforcement.
School-specific security education training.
Experience with school safety assessment.
Willingness to work flexible hours.
Valid Washington State Driver's License and ability to obtain a Tribal Driver Permit with a Defensive Driving Course certificate, updated every two years.
Knowledge of campus disaster plans, evacuation routes, and first-responder liaison protocols.
Knowledge of urban, suburban, and rural school security needs and current school safety and security issues, trends, and strategies.
Ability to develop rapport with students and staff and communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to resolve and defuse conflicts, mediate disputes, and interact respectfully with a diverse community.
Ability to assess threats quickly and coordinate with local police, fire, and Emergency Medical Service (EMS).
Strong situational awareness and ability to recall details such as faces, license plates, and timelines.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and respond to changing priorities.
Stamina for extended foot patrols and standing for long durations, and ability to lift or carry heavy objects.
Ability to exercise sound, ethical judgment independently without direct supervision.

Nice To Haves

Community college and/or vocational school degree or higher with study in a job-related area.
Enrolled Yakama preference; all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Supervise campuses and surrounding areas to provide students with a safe and secure learning environment.
Enforce school disciplinary plans.
Assist with and supervise activities outside normal school days, including school functions, dances, and sporting events.
Investigate and deter criminal conduct.
Promote understanding in classrooms of laws, why they were enacted, and their benefits.
Provide a positive visible image for law enforcement and bring expertise into schools to help young people make positive choices.
Be available as a confidential source of counseling to students concerning problems they face.
Collaborate with staff and community partners, including Yakama Nation Tribal Police, Toppenish City, the Sheriff's Office, and local law enforcement.
Provide expertise in staff training, drills, and implementation of school safety plans.
Provide expertise in ongoing assessments of school safety.
Take on new projects or tasks and assist other Tribal School staff as requested by the supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.