Job Description
- Applications will be received until 10 / 31 / 25. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org.
About this job :
Campus Safety Officers work across multiple DPS Schools. They play an essential part in providing proactive safety services to promote a safe and secure learning environment for District schools and sites, related property and assets, in accordance with District policies, applicable federal, state, and local laws.
What DPS Offers You :
A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Student Will Succeed.Competitive starting hourly rate of $25.00 - $29.950 per hour - additional compensation information can be found here.In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.What You'll Do :
Conduct patrols of assigned District sites, facilities, grounds, and District sponsored events. Circulates among students at school sites to monitor student activity and preserve safety and compliance to District policies and procedures. Supervises students at assigned site, reinforces positive student behaviors and related administration policies and rules, and refers students who have violated District policy or laws to site administrator or designee.Warn of rule infractions or violations and take reasonable intervening action, when necessary, to prevent, resolve or disrupt activity or incidents, using appropriate restraint and force, as necessary.Notify local law enforcement officials about criminal activity. .Monitor, verify, and authorize access of all employees, visitors and students entering District facilities or grounds.Communicate, update, and coordinate with the site administrator, assigned Sergeant and / or Lieutenant about potential activity affecting the safety of students, staff, and facilities. Coordinate with site administrator and District staff to develop site safety plans, recommending changes to reduce safety risks.Write incident reports. (e.g., injury, weapons use or possession, theft, substance abuse) and other SAFETY related reports as requested.Develops and maintains effective and professional working relationships with students, faculty, staff and parents, local law enforcement, and related governmental officials.Respond to alarms and assists and administration or law enforcement for central SAFETY response and / or summons at assigned site.What You'll Need :
Be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalentHave demonstrated work experience in criminal justice (law enforcement, SAFETY), counseling, student management / mentoring, customer service, youth support servicesQualify for and maintain a City of Denver code enforcement license; Employment is contingent upon successfully completing PPCT / DSM (physical control hold) training, CPR certification, and First Aid training during the new hire academy and maintaining annual recertification requirements.Have the ability to identify and detect unusual activity.Have the ability to monitor and supervise assigned student activity for sustained periods of time to anticipate and maintain a safe environment.Attend and complete required training, initiating or requesting on-going training (e.g., safety techniques, procedures, and protocols and technology use).Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun
About Us
Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students.
DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.
Salary : $25,000 - $29,950
