School Safety & Security Officer

East Cleveland City Schools; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

East Cleveland City Schools is seeking a Safety Officer to monitor activities and promote a safe, orderly environment for students, staff, and visitors across district facilities.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, OPOTA certification, and at least 3 years in school safety. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and overtime is expected; probability of serving at-will employment with the district.

Qualifications

• Must possess a High school diploma or its equivalent (GED).
• Must have an Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (O.P.O.T.A.) certification.
• Note: If you have the Armed Certification, you must also have the academic portion of the academy.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of previous work experience in a school environment or in a position involving safety and security procedures.
• Must have an excellent work record, with a good attendance history, and be available to work a flexible schedule and willing to work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Enforce and comply with all East Cleveland City School District policies and procedures.
• Extend courtesy and offer assistance to parents, visitors, school personnel, and others.
• Ensure the safety of students and serve as a role model by acting as a responsible, intelligent citizen.
• Maintain the confidentiality of privileged information and respect personal privacy.
• Uphold the Student Code of Conduct and maintain high expectations for student behavior and performance.
• Intervene and stop physical altercations and exercise sound judgment when physical restraint is required.
• Monitor and direct student movement and activity in and around the school building and grounds.
• Secure assigned area at all times unless instructed otherwise.
• Conduct screening and metal detection of students, parents, and visitors.
• Check ID badges and hall passes, maintain clear hallways/stairways, and do not permit students to loiter
• Project a positive image through professional appearance, attitude, and conversation.

Skills

OPOTA certification

Armed Certification note

School safety experience

Flexible schedule

Good attendance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

East Cleveland City Schools is seeking a Safety Officer to monitor activities and promote a safe, orderly environment for students, staff, and visitors across district facilities.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, OPOTA certification, and at least 3 years in school safety. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and overtime is expected; probability of serving at-will employment with the district.