Senior Police Officer (FOR INTERNAL OR LAID-OFF EMPLOYEES ONLY)

Los Angeles Unified School District

4d • $42 - $52 • Onsite

About The Position

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.

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Requirements

• Promotional status is required: You must be a current or retired employee of LAUSD with 130 paid days in regular status in the Classified Service or permanent status in the Certificated Service or have been laid-off within the past 39 months from a regular, permanent LAUSD position in which you passed probation.
• Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency.
• Two years of full-time experience as a Police Officer after obtaining the Basic California Peace Officer Standards and Training (CA P.O.S.T.) certificate.
• A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California and the use of a motor vehicle.
• An appointee must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Appointment is subject to fingerprinting, a review of conviction records, and a comprehensive background investigation.
• Qualify quarterly with departmentally approved firearms at a designated police range.
• Subject to rotation in assignment, work shift, and location.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of college-level courses is preferable.
• Ability to speak and understand Spanish is preferable.
• Working knowledge of collaborative problem-solving techniques.
• Working knowledge of community-based policing.
• Working knowledge of relationship building as an essential part to building a successful school community.
• Working knowledge of LAUSD School Climate Bill of Rights and Restorative Justice practices in all schools.
• Working knowledge of growth, development, and problems associated with various stages of youth and adolescence.
• Working knowledge of Sections of the Education Code that pertain to school related safety and laws.
• Working knowledge of Sections of the California Welfare and Institutions Code that pertain to juvenile court law.
• Working knowledge of geographical layout of the District.
• Working knowledge of local law-enforcement, service, and emergency agencies.
• Working knowledge of threat assessment processes.
• Working knowledge of security measures and devices.
• Working knowledge of School Police Department alarm systems.
• Working knowledge of effective teaching techniques.
• Ability to apply collaborative problem-solving techniques with school personnel, law enforcement officers, and the public in order to develop solutions to problems and increase trust in police.
• Ability to deemphasize the paramilitary aspects of the job.
• Ability to keep complete and accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports.
• Ability to think clearly and logically, use good judgment, and make quick and appropriate decisions in emergency situations.
• Ability to operate two-way radio equipment and enunciate clearly when broadcasting.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively identify, address, and resolve workplace disputes, issues, and problems.

Responsibilities

• Assists a supervisor by participating in community-based policing, collaborative problem solving, FTO training, completing Daily Observation Reports for probationary Police Officers.
• Maintaining law and order at District facilities; contacting and cooperating with local law-enforcement agencies in the prevention, control, and investigation of criminal acts; conducting a thorough analysis of problems to identify root causes of crime and applying problem-solving principles.
• Collecting and recording physical and oral evidence of crimes; locating and interviewing witnesses; maintaining positive relations with community members; attending and participating in hearings and trials of suspects; and preparing written reports about crimes against District property and offenses against District personnel or students.
• Assists in planning and executing special surveillance activities.
• Assists in research projects concerning law enforcement activities.
• Trains new Police Officers and provides work direction.
• May be assigned to a support unit.
• May perform all lower-level duties.

Benefits

• Paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
• CALPers Safety Members Retirement 2.7% at 57 formula.
• Full-time employees earn up to two weeks of paid vacation to start. Three weeks after five years of year-round paid service.
• Up to 13 days of paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED