OFFICER, CAMPUS SAFETY

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

19h•$26 - $31

About The Position

The Officer, Campus Safety provides proactive safety services to promote a safe and secure learning environment for Denver Public Schools sites, schools, property, and assets, in accordance with District policies and applicable federal, state, and local laws. The role patrols and monitors assigned locations and events, supports student safety and compliance with District policies, controls access to facilities, responds to alarms and incidents, and coordinates with administrators, District staff, and law enforcement. The position also documents incidents, supports site safety planning, and completes required training.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Qualify for and maintain a City of Denver code enforcement license.
Successfully complete PPCT/DSM physical control hold training, CPR certification, and First Aid training during the new hire academy, and maintain annual recertification requirements.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in the community.
Believe in and support all students so they feel seen and heard and have access to high-quality education.
Maintain a permanent home address in Colorado while working for the District.
Be able, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Business, Education, Counseling, or a related field.
Demonstrated work experience in criminal justice (law enforcement or safety), counseling, student management or mentoring, customer service, or youth support services.

Responsibilities

Conduct random and scheduled patrols of assigned District sites, facilities, grounds, and District-sponsored events.
Circulate among students to monitor activity, preserve safety, and support compliance with District policies and procedures.
Supervise students, reinforce positive behavior and applicable rules, and refer students who violate District policy or laws to a site administrator or designee.
Warn of rule infractions and take reasonable intervening action to prevent, resolve, or disrupt activity or incidents, using appropriate restraint and force as necessary.
Notify local law enforcement about criminal activity and gather safety-related information for follow-up investigations.
Monitor, verify, and authorize access for employees, visitors, and students entering District facilities or grounds.
Communicate and coordinate with site administrators and assigned Sergeants and/or Lieutenants about potential activities affecting the safety of students, staff, and facilities.
Coordinate with site administrators and District staff to develop site safety plans and recommend changes to reduce safety risks.
Write incident reports, including reports about injuries, weapons, theft, and substance abuse, and prepare other safety-related reports as requested.
Develop and maintain effective, professional working relationships with students, faculty, staff, parents, local law enforcement, and governmental officials.
Respond to alarms and assist administrators or law enforcement with central safety responses and/or summons at the assigned site.
Attend and complete required training and initiate or request ongoing training in safety techniques, procedures, protocols, and technology use.