Campus Safety & Security Officer (School Patrol)

Tacoma Public Schools (WA); Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Tacoma Public Schools in Washington state is seeking a 1.0 FTE security position to patrol assigned school premises, protect property, staff and students, and assist the principal in maintaining a positive school environment. Responsibilities include monitoring premises, responding to emergencies, advising staff and students on safety, and maintaining collaboration with community partners.

Requires high school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or two years college in criminal justice

Qualifications

• Knowledge of security and fire alarm systems.
• Knowledge of relevant social service agencies.
• Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and English usage.
• Knowledge of juvenile codes and WACs relating to public schools is desirable.
• Skill in obtaining, clarifying, and exchanging information.
• Ability to work with disruptive students.
• Ability to make appropriate referrals to school support services staff.
• Ability to respond calmly in dangerous or potential crisis situations.
• Ability to appropriately restrain individuals.
• Ability to operate communication equipment.
• Ability to learn and complete training programs.
• Ability to demonstrate reasonable, reliable and regular attendance.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people in a multi-cultural, diverse socio-economic setting.

Responsibilities

• Patrols building and parking lot premises; monitors hallways and grounds; submits security schedule.
• Responds to emergencies and security concerns; detains unauthorized persons per procedures.
• Advises staff and students on safety; conducts classroom presentations.
• Maintains positive liaison with students, parents, staff and agencies; discusses safety concerns.
• Gathers data on misdemeanors and refers cases to authorities.
• Attends staff meetings and school events; participates in student conferences.

Skills

Knowledge of security and fire alarm"

Knowledge of social service agencies

Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and EN

Knowledge of juvenile codes and WACs

Clarifying information

Work with disruptive students

Referrals to support staff

Calm response in crisis

Operate communication equipment

Training readiness

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

Associate’s degree or 2 years of college in criminal justice or related field

Job description

Tacoma Public Schools in Washington state is seeking a 1.0 FTE security position to patrol assigned school premises, protect property, staff and students, and assist the principal in maintaining a positive school environment. Responsibilities include monitoring premises, responding to emergencies, advising staff and students on safety, and maintaining collaboration with community partners.

Requires high school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or two years college in criminal justice