Salary : $103,849.29 - $126,227.43 Annually
Location : 16350 Mojave Dr. 92395, CA
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 25-030
Department : Superintendent's Office
Division : SCHOOL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Opening Date : 10 / 07 / 2024
FLSA : Exempt
Bargaining Unit : MGT
Max Number of Applicants : 30
Job Summary & Examination Date
OPEN & CONTINUOUS (UNTIL FILLED)
POSITION : DISTRICT POLICE OFFICER (RANGE 27M)
SITE / LOCATION : SCHOOL POLICE DEPARTMENT / DISTRICT OFFICE COMPLEX
DAYS : 261
HOURS : 8 HOURS / DAY (7 : 30 A.M. - 4 : 30 P.M.)
SALARY : RANGE 27M ($103,849.29 - $126,227.43 ANNUALLY)
The following attachments are required :
1. Resume
2. P.O.S.T. Certificate
3. Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
4. CPR / First Aid
5. Valid CA Driver's License
Under general supervision, the School Resource Officer is assigned to one or more school sites to protect life and property; responds to alarms and calls for assistance; performs a variety of investigative and protective duties to provide security services in assigned areas of the District; performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications Required to Apply
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
The following attachments are required :
1. Resume
2. P.O.S.T. Certificate
3. Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
4. CPR / First Aid
5. Valid CA Driver's License
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
A. Graduation from High School. College Degree preferred.
B. Supplemental coursework typically be acquired through completion of applicable criminal justice courses in an accredited college, completion of a P.O.S.T. approved municipal law enforcement training academy required. Existing law requires United States citizenship.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS :
- A certificate stating freedom from Tuberculosis.
- Successful completion of a field training program.
- Basic P.O.S.T. Certificates required.
- Possession of current First Aid Certification.
- Possession of current CPR Certification.
- A valid California Driver's License and proof of insurability with the District.
- Permit to Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW Permit) shall be obtained within 12 months of employment.
Essential Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following : Incumbents in the classification may not perform all of these tasks or may perform similar related tasks not listed here.
Is assigned to one or more sites for extended periods of time to assist school administrators in maintaining school regulations.Patrols buildings and grounds on foot or in a radio equipped vehicle to provide protection against vandalism, burglary, arson, trespassing and theft.Maintains radio communication with District security personnel and responds to dispatch calls for assistance promptly and professionally.Conducts investigations of crimes against property and persons or criminal acts occurring on District property, including bus transportation and makes arrests as required by law.Makes recommendations regarding security matters.Prepares written reports to be submitted to prosecuting agencies and / or school administrators for possible suspension or expulsion.Identifies the type of crime and collects, preserves and impounds evidence.Attends court hearings or trials as required. Serves warrants and civil papers and makes arrests as required by law.Prepares cases to obtain restitution for damage to or theft of District property.Diffuses rumors of aggressive behavior on a daily basis.Counsels students and advises parents.Identifies confrontations on campus and gives classroom talks regarding youth and the law.Establishes, maintains and / or supports standards of personal conduct and discipline in accordance with the current discipline policy approved by the Board of Education.Assists and cooperates with administrators, school staff and other law enforcement agencies.Follows all procedures consistent with district established policies, school police directives and school site administrative procedures.Participates in programs related to law enforcement and safety education.May assist in the preparation of the school site emergency procedure plan.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities / Working Conditions
KNOWLEDGE OF :
Law enforcement and security methods including investigative procedures and techniques.Applicable federal, town, city, state, county and District rules, regulations and policies including laws of arrest, legal rights of citizens, court procedures and rules of evidence.Applicable sections of the State Education, Government, Penal, Health and Safety Codes, and juvenile law.Principles and practices of supervision and training.Budget preparation and control.Interviewing and interrogation techniquesCrime, accident, emergency and traffic accident investigation techniques.Patrol and surveillance techniques.Crisis intervention techniques.District organization, operations, policies and objectivesModern police methods, procedures and equipment.Report writing and record-keeping techniques.Traffic control techniques.Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.ABILITY TO :
Direct and schedule the operations and activities of the District security department.Train, supervise and evaluate personnel.Protect and preserve the personnel, property and students in a school district. Interpret, apply and enforce laws, rules and regulations.Detain, interrogate suspects and interview complainants and witnesses.Direct investigations, make arrests and detect and prevent criminal activity.Work cooperatively with town, city, county, state and federal law enforcement agencies.Recommend improvements in department operations and changes in policies and procedures.Develop and implement effective police and security procedures and methods.Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.Sit and drive in a vehicle.Prepare and deliver effective written and oral presentations.Prepare clear, concise and comprehensive incident and statistical reports.Plan, coordinate and supervise staff training programs.Work independently with little direction.Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.Meet schedules and timelines.Work confidentially with discretion.Observe legal and defensive driving practices.PHYSICAL ABILITIES
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.Running, walking and standing for extended periods of time.Seeing to read, compose written materials and monitor student activities.Operating a computer keyboard for extended periods of time.Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.Lift or move up to 50 pounds.Pass a physical agility test. (Optional)The District offers paid medical, dental, vision (for employee and dependents) up to $22,203.00 and $58,000 life insurance for management.
Salary : $103,849 - $126,227
