Sergeant (FOR INTERNAL OR LAID-OFF EMPLOYEES ONLY)

Los Angeles Unified School District

6d•$51 - $60

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. The Los Angeles School Police Department (LASPD) was established in August of 1948 to create a safe and tranquil environment for the students, teachers and staff of the Los Angeles Unified School District. The men and women of the LASPD have accepted this duty with anunyielding commitment that has not wavered for over seven decades. The LASPD provides police services to the second largest school district in the nation. The department has operational jurisdiction of 710 square miles, 24 hours a day. The members of this vital department are responsible for the safety of all students and staff of this district. A Sergeant supervises and gives direction to the daily activities of Police Officers, School Safety Officers, and civilian staff assigned to a division or specialized assignment in the School Police Department to ensure that essential police functions and community-based policing are carried out through the proper deployment of personnel. 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. Laid-off employees' eligibility as a promotional candidate expires at the end of their 39 month period; as such, laid-off employees applying for promotional career opportunities may not be eligible to complete the assessment process or may be removed from the employment eligibility list once their eligibility as a promotional candidate expires. The ideal candidate for Sergeant will have working knowledge of:• Collaborative problem solving-techniques• Community-based policing• Relationship building as an essential part to building a successful school community• LAUSD School Climate Bill of Rights and Restorative Justice practices in all schools• Growth, development, and problems associated with various stages of youth and adolescence• Organizational management, structure, personnel, and information systems to support stakeholder partnerships and proactive problem solving• California Penal and Vehicle Codes and City and County ordinances related to theft, burglary, arson, malicious mischief, trespass, and other criminal matters• Laws/procedures related to arrest, search, and seizure• Local law enforcement, service, and emergency agencies• Threat assessment processes• Security measures and devices• School Police Department radio and alarm systems• Project management and project tracking The ideal candidate for Sergeant will have the 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 • Deemphasize the paramilitary aspects of the job• Effectively supervise personnel• Collect and analyze information• Keep complete and accurate records and prepare concise reports • Think clearly and logically, use good judgment, and make quick and appropriate decisions in emergencies • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing • Work effectively without close supervision • Effectively identify, address, and resolve workplace disputes, issues, and problems

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 preferably including 60 semester or 90 quarter units or equivalent from an accredited college or university. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is preferred. Courses and training in psychology, delinquency prevention, criminal law, police supervision, and police administration are preferred.
Four years of full-time experience as a peace officer with a California law enforcement agency certified to participate in the California Peace Officer Standards and Training (CA P.O.S.T.) program, of which three years must have been as a peace officer with the District.
A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California and the use of a motor vehicle.
Appointment is subject to fingerprinting, a review of conviction records, and a comprehensive background investigation.
An appointee must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Possession of an Intermediate CA P.O.S.T. Certificate or its equivalent.
Successful completion of a CA P.O.S.T. approved course in police supervision will be required after appointment unless a comparable course has been completed within the preceding three years.
Qualify quarterly with departmentally approved firearms at a designated range.
Subject to rotation in assignment, work shift, and location.
Subject to 24-hour call that may include weekends.
Good visual field and depth, and color, and hue perception
Hear normal voice-range frequencies
Agility, and strength, and stamina to make apprehensions and to protect self from attack

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak and understand Spanish is preferable.
Collaborative problem solving-techniques
Community-based policing
Relationship building as an essential part to building a successful school community
LAUSD School Climate Bill of Rights and Restorative Justice practices in all schools
Growth, development, and problems associated with various stages of youth and adolescence
Organizational management, structure, personnel, and information systems to support stakeholder partnerships and proactive problem solving
California Penal and Vehicle Codes and City and County ordinances related to theft, burglary, arson, malicious mischief, trespass, and other criminal matters
Laws/procedures related to arrest, search, and seizure
Local law enforcement, service, and emergency agencies
Threat assessment processes
Security measures and devices
School Police Department radio and alarm systems
Project management and project tracking
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
Deemphasize the paramilitary aspects of the job
Effectively supervise personnel
Collect and analyze information
Keep complete and accurate records and prepare concise reports
Think clearly and logically, use good judgment, and make quick and appropriate decisions in emergencies
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Work effectively without close supervision
Effectively identify, address, and resolve workplace disputes, issues, and problems

Responsibilities

Promotes the values of the law enforcement profession in equal justice for all under the law.
Maintains school police department community-based policing procedures and methods for protecting District property and personnel related to school operations, patrol, and investigations.
Liaises with law enforcement agencies, community members, District officials, and school faculty and staff exchange ideas and information to ensure collaborative problem solving and engagement efforts for school safety.
Coordinates activities with the investigations unit and with local law enforcement agencies.
Supervises Police Officers, School Safety Officers, supervisors, and civilian staff.
Provides guidance to police personnel for investigative procedures and reporting methods.
Responds to the scene of major incidents or emergency situations and assumes command and control of the situation and personnel.
Conducts and monitors threat assessments.
Performs investigative and protective duties, including those related to the physical safety of District personnel and students.
Plans and supervises tactical operations.
Answers calls from the public and District personnel regarding District law enforcement services and programs.
Trains new Police Officers and Police Detectives and provides work direction.
Notifies appropriate personnel regarding emergencies or major crime incidents and prepares related reports.

Benefits

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

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