School Police: Lead Officer

Carlisle Area School District•Carlisle, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform all duties of a School Police; serves as acting lead in the absence of the Safety & Security Coordinator; and assist the Safety and Security Supervisor with daily administrative and departmental operations. Responsible for ensuring a safe, secure, and orderly environment for students, staff, and visitors across district schools and facilities. The officer exercises full law enforcement authority as granted by the Court of Common Pleas and Pennsylvania law, enforcing state statutes and district policies to protect life, property, and the educational mission of the school district. This position provides proactive patrol, responds to incidents and emergencies, conducts investigations, and builds positive relationships with the school community through a professional, student-centered approach. The School Police Officer works under the direction of the Safety & Security Coordinator and collaborates with school administrators and local law enforcement to maintain a safe learning environment.

Requirements

Must meet all requirements under PA Act 67 for School Police Officers
Completion of Act 120 (MPOETC) or State Police Academy or approved Law Enforcement or Military training
Prior law enforcement experience
Ability to work effectively with school-aged children and diverse populations
Strong communication, report writing, and conflict-resolution skills
Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during high-stress situations
Pre-employment medical examination as required by PA School Code
Act 24 Arrest/Conviction Certification
Act 34 Criminal Clearance
Act 151 Child Line Clearance
Act 114 FBI Fingerprinting Security Clearances
Act 168 Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release and SafeSchools Training
Must be willing to use personal vehicle to travel between school buildings. Mileage reimbursable.

Nice To Haves

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe and secure campus environment through proactive patrols and supervision of school facilities, events, and daily operations.
Deter threats, ensure orderly movement on campus, and support overall school safety procedures.
Patrol assigned school buildings, grounds, parking lots, and district facilities.
Provide security at sporting events, extracurricular activities, and school functions.
Assist with arrival/dismissal traffic control and campus access management.
Participate in emergency drills (fire, lockdown, evacuation, ALICE/Run-Hide-Fight, etc.).
Prevent, detect, and investigate violations of law and school policy.
Exercise full arrest authority granted under PA Act 67.
Conduct preliminary investigations, interviews, and evidence collection.
Prepare incident reports, citations, and documentation in accordance with district and legal standards.
Conduct student searches when legally justified and aligned with district policy.
Testify in court or school hearings when required.
Respond to emergencies, alarms, medical incidents, disturbances, and safety concerns.
Support threat assessment processes and behavioral risk evaluations.
Build trust, positive relationships, and open communication with students, staff, and families to create a supportive and connected school environment.
Build positive relationships with students, staff, and families to support community-based policing.
Serve as acting lead in the absence of the Safety & Security Coordinator.
Assists the Safety & Security Coordinator with daily administrative and departmental operations as assigned.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.