Public Safety Officer

Lansing School District; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lansing School District is seeking a full-time Public Safety Officer to maintain safety and security across a school campus. The role involves responding to emergency and non-emergency situations, conducting investigations, and communicating effectively with staff.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma with college coursework, MCOLES certification preferred (or ability to obtain), and prior security or law enforcement experience.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, investigation, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to make quick decisions and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls.
• Supervise and investigate incidents, maintaining professionalism under stress.
• Conduct thorough investigations and write detailed reports.
• Apply state and federal law provisions and department procedures.

Skills

Strong communication

Investigation

Report writing

Confidentiality

Decision making

Education

High school diploma + some college

Associate’s degree preferred

Job description

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment. The Public Safety Officer will maintain the safety and security of their building by responding to emergency and non-emergency situations. The position involves maintaining confidentiality, conducting investigations, and ensuring proper communication with staff. This is a full-time role, requiring flexibility and strong decision-making skills.

Qualifications - Education & Certification

• Minimum high school diploma plus some college coursework
• Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field preferred.

Qualifications - Experience

• MCOLES certification preferred, or ability to obtain certification.
• Previous law enforcement or security experience preferred.

Qualifications - Skills/Knowledge

• Strong communication, investigation, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to make quick decisions and maintain confidentiality.

Sample Job Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls.
• Supervise and investigate incidents, maintaining professionalism under stress.
• Conduct thorough investigations and write detailed reports.
• Apply state and federal law provisions and department procedures.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and move quickly between indoor and outdoor settings for extended periods.
• Regularly required to bend, kneel, crouch, and assist with physical transfers or interventions involving students.
• Must be able to lift, push, or carry up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Frequent verbal communication is required to support students, coordinate with staff, and manage emergent situations.
• Occasional use of computers, radios, and other communication or documentation tools.
• May be exposed to noise, weather conditions, and other elements associated with a school environment.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

At the Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.

We value internal mobility and list "Strong Internal Candidate" when considering an internal candidate before posting a job. We still encourage all candidates to apply.

Thank you for your interest in joining our mission-driven team. We look forward to meeting you!

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District, additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).

1 FTE (8 hours per day 5 days per week)