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This job is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received. Portland Public Schools reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any point during the posting period.

Portland Public Schools (PPS) is seeking talented people from diverse backgrounds and experiences to lead change and inspire PPS students. At PPS, every employee, despite having different roles, is an educator. We hope to attract talented educators who model the core PPS Educator Essentials. With the District’s focus on eliminating systemic racism and its adverse impact on student learning, we seek to hire individuals who bring to our district a deep commitment to racial equity and social justice. Non-Discrimination / Anti-Harassment Policy

POSITION SUMMARY:

A Campus Safety Associates primary role is the overall safety of the assigned campus. Campus Safety Associates operate from the relationship model of intervention, while advising and redirecting appropriate standards of behavior. Safety Associates work as a team with building administration to mitigate unsafe situations.Safety Associates are highly visible while patrolling the school and school grounds. Safety Associates assist with the physical and personal safety and security measures for students and faculty. Safety Associates monitor, observe and direct the movements of campus visitors to the appropriate locations. Safety Associates perform these roles in a professional manner that align with the Portland Public Schools high standards of excellence.

This is a part time position at West Sylvan Middle School.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Patrol campus buildings, grounds and parking lots while they observe behavior and take action to prevent unruly behavior and unsafe or illegal acts; report the presence of unauthorized individuals at or near the school.
• Report to designated leaders all criminal activity or rumor of such activity that could possibly endanger the safety and welfare of students and staff; confer with school building administrators regarding activities, problems, recommendations regarding all issues pertaining to matters of common interest.
• Report to designated leaders all criminal activity or rumor of such activity that could possibly endanger the safety and welfare of students, staff and community members; confer with the security supervisors regarding activities, problems, recommendations regarding all issues pertaining to matters of common interest.
• Check assigned campus-adjacent and peripheral areas, such as parking lots, gymnasiums, and other buildings on district grounds regularly; secure buildings by locking doors and gates, as directed.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the Portland Public Schools Equity Initiative by developing a thorough knowledge and application of the district Racial Educational Equity Policy. Participate in staff development, in-services and training related to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and in K – 12 education; model appropriate behaviors; develop, recommend and implement improvements to business and school practices and student achievement with awareness and understanding of their impact in a racially and culturally diverse community.
• Assist in directing emergency evacuation or lock downs as directed by administrators and public safety agencies.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

Knowledge of:

• Local, state and federal laws regarding child abuse, controlled substances, loitering, truancy, alcohol and search and seizure.
• Individual and group adolescent behaviors, interests and attitudes. Investigation principles, techniques and laws.
• Diversity and cultural competency initiatives in school safety service delivery. Multicultural communities and specific ethnic populations.
• Report writing, logs and records constructs consistent with public safety standards. Safety rules and procedures to be observed by students.
• Standards of courtesy and behavior expected of students. Vocabulary and usage of terms common to youth.

Ability to:

• Patrol buildings, grounds and adjacent areas to a school or District site to maintain order and prevent illegal acts.
• Exercise careful judgment, diplomacy and tact in the performance of duties.
• Demonstrate strong, empathetic listening and interpersonal relationship skills and communicate orally with students and parents.
• Understand, apply and explain school rules and regulations and procedures. Keep records and logs and prepare reports.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Learn District organization, operations policies and procedures. Understand adolescent behavior.
• Maintain security within and around an assigned building and its properties. Establish a good rapport with students.
• Demonstrate a non-threatening, assertive presence.
• Promote an environment that practices inclusion, equity and diversity. Conduct interviews and observations for investigation purposes.
• Deliver a high-level of customer service.
• Work independently under minimal supervision.
• Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Advocate, model, learn and implement Portland Public Schools Racial Equity Initiative, Affirmative Action and other board policies.
• Manage conflict, deal with controversy and handle sensitive information and data with confidentiality. Demonstrate strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Be consistent, firm and supportive with students while attending to their safety. Act and communicate effectively in crisis situations.
• Exercise physical force when necessary in restraining a student or adult in accordance with established policies, procedures, guidelines and laws.
• Operate a two-way radio.
• Operate a vehicle observing safe and defensive driving techniques. Operate a variety of technologies, software and office machines.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Education and Training:

Equivalent to graduation from high school with college coursework in the administration of justice, psychology, police science, ethnic studies and/or adolescent and child development are required.

Experience:

• One year of experience working with adolescents or young adults in a structured environment such as an education center, counseling center, community based social service agency, or similar setting is required. Experience working with under-represented, diverse communities and at-risk youth is preferred.
• Any other combination of training and/or experience that could likely provide the desired skills, knowledge or abilities may be considered.

Special Requirements:

• Positions in this classification require possession of a valid Oregon Class C driver's license and may require the use of a personal automobile.
• Current American Red Cross standard first aid and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation certifications are required within six (6) months of employment and must be maintained throughout district employment.
• In accordance with the State of Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training, any person working as a Campus Security Agent must be certified as an unarmed private security professional (ORS. 181.870; OAR 259-060-0005 thru OAR 259-060-0450). Certification must be provided at the time of appointment. School Safety & Security continuing education courses and certifications are required to be maintained throughout the course of employment.
• Some positions in this classification may require the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in a language other than English.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Persons with certain disabilities may be capable of performing the essential duties of this class with or without reasonable accommodation, depending on the nature of the disability.

Work Environment: Urban school campus, indoors and outdoors; occasional inclement weather; driving a car on city streets; event crowds; verbal abuse from students and parents; some lifting, with occasional loads of up to 50 pounds.

Hazards: Occasional violence or threat of violent behavior.

Physical Demands: Strength to break up fights between and among youth; strength to restrain individuals from committing violence; standing for extended periods of time and walking for long periods of time; running, crouching, bending; carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds; reading and writing hand and typed notes and memoranda; hear normal voice-range frequencies and communicate on a two-way radio; speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone. The need to present a calming presence during adverse conditions.

SALARY: $26.04 - $31.67 per hour

WORK YEAR: 192 days

FTE: 0.5 (20 hours/week, 11:30am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday)

Portland Public Schools (PPS) offers several competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to employees. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription, life and disability insurance, employee assistance program, 403(b) retirement savings plan and various leave and professional development programs. Depending on the insurance option selected by the employee, there may be an employee contribution toward insurance.

Portland Public Schools is a public employer and participates in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS/OPSRP). Eligible employees are required by statute to contribute 6% of salary on a pre-tax basis to OPSRP/IAP, after serving six months under a PERS employer.

For more information about additional benefits or compensation options by employee group, please visit our website at: https://www.pps.net/Page/1635