Senior School Safety Officer- District Wide

Schenectady City School District; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Schenectady City School District is seeking a dedicated security professional for a 12-month position focused on safeguarding students, staff, and property. The role involves directing traffic, patrolling grounds, and enforcing school rules under the supervision of the Chief of School Security and building principal.

The incumbent will supervise safety personnel, perform staff evaluations, and coordinate with administrators and Community Engagement Officers to ensure a secure school

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Five (5) years of experience as a municipal or state police officer or correction officer, with two (2) years supervisory experience.
• Five (5) years of experience working with youth in a juvenile detention facility, with two (2) years supervisory experience.
• Three (3) years of experience in the military, with two (2) years supervisory experience.
• One (1) year of experience as a military police officer and two (2) years supervisory experience.
• Candidate must possess a valid New York State Driver’s license and maintain it during tenure.

Responsibilities

• Controls and directs traffic on school roadways and parking lots.
• Oversees and leads a team of safety personnel assigned to building.
• Performs staff evaluations.
• Supervises, mentors and trains new safety personnel.
• Reports any staff issues to appropriate district administrator.
• Acts as a liaison between safety personnel, building administrators and Community Engagement Officers.
• Patrols school grounds on foot or in a car to protect persons and property.
• Maintains order and ensures compliance with school rules and regulations.
• Patrols school parking lots before, during and after regularly scheduled classes.
• Checks all vehicles for proper registration.
• Investigates complaints received personally or as assigned by a supervisor.
• Checks on teacher aides assigned to hallways, doors etc.
• May enforce traffic and parking regulations.
• May summon local police, fire department or ambulance service in case of law violation, fire or other emergency.
• Gives information and directions to students and visitors.
• Keeps records and makes written reports on security matters.
• Questions persons on school premises who are not students and staff and advises as to school rules and either directs visitors to school offices or asks them to leave.
• Performs related duties as required by the Chief of School Security/Building Principal to provide protection and maintain security.

Skills

Security procedures

Judgment

Communication

Observation skills

Self-defense techniques

Courtesy and tact

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

This is a 12 month position.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

This position exists in a school district and involves the responsibility for insuring the safety of students and staff, maintaining order and protecting school property. Direct supervision is received from the Chief of School Security and the building principal with leeway given for carrying out the details of the work in accordance with policies and procedures. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

• Controls and directs traffic on school roadways and parking lots;
• Oversees and leads a team of safety personnel assigned to building;
• Performs staff evaluations;
• Supervises, mentors and trains new safety personnel;
• Reports any staff issues to appropriate district administrator;
• Acts as a liaison between safety personnel, building administrators and Community Engagement Officers;
• Patrols school grounds on foot or in a car to protect persons and property;
• Maintains order and ensures compliance with school rules and regulations;
• Patrols school parking lots before, during and after regularly scheduled classes;
• Checks all vehicles for proper registration;
• Investigates complaints received personally or as assigned by a supervisor;
• Checks on teacher aides assigned to hallways, doors etc.;
• May enforce traffic and parking regulations;
• May summon local police, fire department or ambulance service in case of law violation, fire or other emergency;
• Gives information and directions to students and visitors;
• Keeps records and makes written reports on a regular basis on security matters;
• Questions persons on school premises who are not students and staff and advises as to school rules and either directs visitors to school offices or asks them to leave;
• Performs related duties as required by the Chief of School Security/Building Principal to provide protection and maintain security.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the practices and procedures necessary to maintain order and insure the protection of life and the security of buildings, grounds and equipment; thorough knowledge of school district rules and regulations; ability to exercise sound judgment in carrying out the details of the work; ability to maintain good relationships with students and faculty; ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions; ability to prepare brief written communications; ability to communicate orally and by written report; ability to use self-defense, restraint techniques and security equipment as necessary; good powers of observation; courtesy and tact.

About Schenectady City Schools

The Schenectady City School District (SCSD) has begun a period of change that seeks to transform the district and its schools. A significant level of local, state, and federal attention and investment in the Schenectady City Schools has characterized the last few years providing an incredible opportunity to ensure that all of its students graduate prepared to succeed in college or a well-paying career. Currently, the Schenectady City School District is seeking highly competent, motivated, dedicated and fully engaged individuals to accept leadership roles throughout the district's schools and Central Office to serve the academic, emotional and physical needs of approximately 10,000 students through the essential elements of the district’s Strategic Plan. The Superintendent is leading a talented and committed leadership team with the aim of moving SCSD toward world class status and preparing all students for success.

The Schenectady City School District is committed to hiring members of the protected classes and residents of the City of Schenectady. For more information on the Schenectady City School District recruitment and hiring plan, please contact the Office of Human Resources. The Schenectady City School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, national origin, race or gender. This policy is in compliance with the Title IX of the Education amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Regulations and Bylaws of the Board of Education of the Schenectady CitySchool District.

Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and:

• Five (5) years of experience as a municipal or state police officer or correction officer, which shall have included two (2) years of supervisory experience; OR
• Five (5) years of experience working with youth in a juvenile detention facility, which shall have included two (2) years of supervisory experience; OR
• Three (3) years of experience in the military, which shall have included two (2) years of supervisory experience; OR
• One (1) year of experience as a military police officer and two (2) years of supervisory experience

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Candidates must possess a valid New York State Driver’s license at the time of appointment and must maintain such license throughout the tenure of employment.

Note: The essential functions of this job are determined by the department/jurisdiction where the job is located.