Public Safety Officer

DPSCD Comp; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

Detroit Public Schools Community District is hiring a Public Safety Officer (Regular, Full-Time) to enforce laws, protect district properties, and document incidents. The role requires MCOLES certification, a high school diploma, and the ability to work all shifts with a valid Michigan driver's license.

The position involves on-site duties, potential arrests, and testifying in court as needed, under supervision of a shift sergeant or designee. Site-based telecommuting only where permitted.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED at time of application.
• Certified or certifiable as a police officer by MCOLES.
• Must be 21 years of age and have access to a car; able to work all three shifts.
• Must provide a current printout of driving record with <= 2 points.

Responsibilities

• Enforce laws and district property rules.
• Investigate and document crimes and incidents; present evidence in court.
• Assist with executive protection for district staff.
• Patrol district properties by mobile or foot; manage access of unauthorized persons.
• Detain or arrest suspects on district premises and testify as needed.
• Perform duties 24/7 as assigned by police leadership.
• Prepare for and respond to on-site investigations and coordinate with other agencies.

Skills

Youth work experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MCOLES certification

Tools

Michigan Driver's License

Job description

Position Title: Public Safety Officer (Regular, Full-Time)

Location: Public Safety

Salary: $29.19 (hourly)

Reports to: Lieutenant, Patrol Operations

Bargaining Unit: Teamsters, Local 214

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Telecommuting Eligibility:Site-based. Not eligible for telecommuting.

Position Summary:

Under the direct supervision of a department shift sergeant or designee, the public safety officer is responsible for a multitude of responsibilities including but not inclusive of the following: Enforcement of local, state, and federal laws, Detroit Public Schools Community District property and equipment. Investigation and documentation of crimes and incidents. Documents and presents evidence & provides legal testimony.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must possess and provide evidence of a High School Diploma or GED Certificate at time of application.

Currently certified or certifiable as a police officer by the Michigan Coalition on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) and be able to provide evidence to that effect.

Must be 21 years of age and have access to an operating automobile; and able to work allthree (3) shifts (day, afternoon or night), seven days per week; must be able to pass amedical examination and drug screening.

Must possess and provide evidence of a:

Valid Michigan Driver’s License

Mustrequest current print out of driving record from the Secretary of State’s office having nomore than two (2) points.

Prior experience working with youth.

Essential Functions:

Assist with executive protection responsibilities for assigned school administrators.

Protect pupils, staff and school property by mobile patrols and on foot;

Remove and/or refuse admittance of unauthorized persons from district properties;

Detain or arrest suspects committing or attempting to commit crimes against school facilities or offenses to pupils, school personnel or other persons;

Make immediate on-site investigations of crimes or offenses while collecting evidence; securing witnesses and testifying in court;

Perform duties as assigned twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week;

Physically subdue, chase including but not limited to running, climbing, and lifting a minimum of 50 pounds to apprehend persons committing crimes against any persons, including pupils, personnel and properties;

Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in preventing controlling and investigating anti-social or illegal activities by persons or groups directed against school facilities, pupils or personnel;

Assist in the orientation of school administrators and pupils concerning security measures;

Maintain the Code of Conduct and dress as required by the Police Department;

Must be able to use firearms according to required Department standards;

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned, by the Chief of Police or Designee.

Security Clearance:

Internal Applicants

If you are a current Detroit Public Schools Community District employee, you do not have to submit to a new security clearance, unless your new role requires a different type of criminal background check.

External Applicants

In alignment with Michigan law, if you are hired to fill a position, you will be required to submit to a Detroit Public Schools Community District criminal background check. Information regarding required background checks will be shared at point of hire.

DPSCD does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability and/or religion.Contact the Civil Rights Coordinator for more information at [phone] or detroitk12.org/compliance.

DPSCD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, transgender identity, disability, age, religion, height, weight, citizenship, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions opportunities.