School Safety Officer

Long Beach Unified School District•Long Beach, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, patrol District sites and adjacent areas to provide safety and protection for students, staff, equipment and property; assure compliance with applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations; respond to fire and intrusion alarms and calls for service at District sites; provide assistance to staff, students, parents, citizens and public agencies; model and promote a positive, productive and safe campus climate; perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Proof of graduation from or current enrollment in a Police Officers Standard and Training (P.O.S.T.).
If you have had a three year or longer break in service, proof of completion of the P.O.S.T. Requalification Course.
Knowledge of subject matter taught in the California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) basic academy.
Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations related to assigned activities.
Knowledge of general principles of adolescent behavior and development.
Knowledge of general behavioral management strategies and techniques.
Knowledge of diverse needs of students from varying socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Knowledge of general conflict resolution techniques.
Knowledge of techniques of group and crowd control.
Knowledge of handgun use and safety measures.
Knowledge of patrol and security methods and procedures.
Knowledge of policies and procedures of local law enforcement and public safety agencies.
Knowledge of District alarm and intrusion systems.
Knowledge of operation of a variety of safety equipment including a two-way radio.
Knowledge of First Aid and CPR.
Knowledge of operation of a computer and assigned software.
Ability to model a relational and collaborative approach to interacting with students, staff, local law enforcement, public agencies and the public.
Ability to learn the policies of the District's school safety and emergency preparedness program.
Ability to think clearly and logically, use good judgment, and make rapid and appropriate decisions in emergency situations.
Ability to interpret, apply, and explain applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations.
Ability to observe and retain names, faces, and details of events or occurrences.
Ability to qualify to use a handgun.
Ability to control behavior of students and others in a wide variety of situations.
Ability to keep complete and accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports.
Ability to demonstrate empathetic listening and interpersonal skills with individuals from varying cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to build positive relationships and strengthen student engagement.
Ability to understand adolescent behavior and be a positive role model to adolescents.
Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Ability to understand and work within scope of authority.
Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
Ability to intervene physically in confrontations and restrain individuals as appropriate.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to operate a variety of safety equipment including a two-way radio.
Ability to operate a District patrol vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
Ability to operate a computer and assigned software.
Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Successful completion of a California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) basic academy within one year from the date of appointment.
Successful candidates must pass a comprehensive background investigation and psychological evaluation.
Valid California Class C driver’s license.
Applicant must obtain and submit their motor vehicle driving record at the time of appointment, meeting and maintaining the District’s safe driving record standard.
Incumbents must complete 24 hours of accredited training per calendar year.
Incumbents must provide and service their own firearm subject to District approval and qualify periodically with the approved firearm.
Incumbents will be required to work adjustable schedules that will include evenings, weekend assignments and swing shifts.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree including coursework in criminal justice, psychology, law, or a related field is desirable.
Security or law enforcement experience in an institution or public agency providing protection and enforcement of rules and regulations is desirable.
Experience working with adolescents is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Patrol District sites and adjacent areas to provide safety and protection for students, staff, equipment and property; assure compliance with applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations.
Respond to and resolve calls for service; update dispatch on status of calls; investigate incidents and report criminal activity; report safety hazards observed at sites.
Respond to fire and intrusion alarm calls and determine if unauthorized entry or faulty operation of an alarm has occurred; turn alarm systems on and off and test for proper operation; summon and communicate with police and fire departments.
Initiate contact with individuals on District grounds or surrounding property to assure visitor authorization; detain persons suspected of criminal behavior; call local law enforcement when arrest is required.
Patrol areas adjacent to schools identified as locations of loitering by students and adults; request identification as appropriate; transport truant students to school; transport students home or to other locations as directed by the Office of School Safety.
Identify and intervene in conflicts between individual and groups of students or others and de-escalate situations; assist students to problem-solve issues and resolve conflicts in a positive and constructive manner; maintain a high level of visibility on campus.
Serve as a role model and provide guidance to students regarding appropriate behaviors and the importance of following school rules; build rapport with students and assist in promoting a positive, productive and safe campus climate.
Facilitate and participate in discussions with individual students, parents and school staff for the purpose of channeling student activities into acceptable behavior, good attendance and academic achievement.
Conduct searches of student lockers and property; confiscate inappropriate items; issue referrals to the Los Angeles County Probation Citation Diversion Program or other community based resources to students for various juvenile offenses including petty theft, possession of illegal substances, battery and other penal and education code violations.
Communicate with students, administrators, staff and the public to exchange information, coordinate activities and resolve issues or concerns; advise school administration and School Safety personnel of causes and effects of student tension on campus and within the community.
Respond to a wide variety of emergency situations at or near school sites including Assess Communicate and Take Action (A.C.T.) button activations; administer first aid or necessary physical assistance to ill or distressed individuals.
Record activities and incidents that occur on assigned shifts; prepare incident reports and notify dispatch; respond to and investigate traffic accidents involving District vehicles; complete safety checklists for assigned District vehicle.
Operate a District patrol vehicle; observe legal and defensive safe driving practices; operate a variety of safety equipment including a fire extinguisher, duty belt, handcuffs, and two-way radio, observing unit designators.
Monitor and assist in controlling crowds at special and athletic events; observe and report misuse of facilities, vandalism or other unauthorized activities; direct traffic.
Attend a variety of conferences, trainings and meetings to maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations related to assigned activities.
Serve as a dispatcher in the school safety communications center as needed to assure adequate coverage; operate a Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) system; operate a computer and assigned software.
May attend and participate in legal proceedings of suspects.
Perform related duties as assigned.