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Job Description
Under the general direction of the Director of Safety and Security, the School Safety Officer provides safety and security support to the instructional process with specific responsibilities for the safety and welfare of students while on school grounds; monitors personnel and/or visitors; communicates information in response to inquiries; and enforces the school and District rules and regulations pertaining to student academic behavior and drug prevention. The incumbents in this classification provide the school community with safety student welfare, and security-related duties, in support of the Security Services Department, which directly support student learning and achievement.
The following alphabetical list of functions, duties, and tasks is typical for this classification.
Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform other closely related or department-specific functions, duties, and tasks from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.- Collaborates with community agencies (e.g., law enforcement, courts, mental health agencies) to address individual cases and/or act regarding criminal activities, vandalism, ect. for the safety and security of the school site.
- Communicates safety and security policies and enforcement procedures to students, staff, parents, and visitors to ensure understanding of information and potential consequences of violating policies and procedures.
- Conducts and monitors fire drills, lock downs and other emergency procedure drills for compliance with established guidelines.
- Conducts home visits in collaboration with site staff (e.g., school counselor, psychologist, nurse, student advocate) to carry out health and welfare checks, attendance issues, to respond to emergencies in and around school campus, and other necessary reasons, utilizing assigned District patrol vehicle.
- Escorts studnets, school personnel and/or visitors for the purpsoe of providing direction, ensuring safety and providing site security.
- Maintains a variety of files and records (e.g., schedules, incident reports, emergency drill records) to
- ensure the availability of information for future reference and/or audit for compliance to established policies.
- Monitors student behavior during and between assigned periods and at student events (e.g., lunch room, classrooms, detention, dances, home games, 'time outs') to ensure student compliance with established guidelines, maintaining a safe and positive learning environment, and secure facility.
- Participates in unit meetings, in-service training, workshops, hearings, etc. (e.g., court hearings, expulsion hearings) to convey and/or gather information required to perform job functions.
- Patrols school facilities (e.g., grounds, roads, buildings, adjacent areas, parking lots) to provide visibility, maintain security, and deter criminal activities.
- Prepares written materials (e.g., status reports, incident reports, referrals) to document activities, provides written reference, and/or conveys information.
- Provides traffic and parking control (e.g., before and after school, lunch, breaks) to maintain efficient traffic flow and use of parking lots.
- Refers incidents including personal injuries, altercations, suspicious activities, rule violations, etc. to appropriate site personnel and/or city police to ensure follow-up in accordance with administrative, site security and student safety guidelines.
- Responds to a variety of situations (e.g., accidents, injuries, vandalism, suspicious activities, alarms) during the school day and rotating on-call duty on nights and weekends, to take the appropriate actions in resolving immediate safety and/or security concerns.
- Responds to inquires from students and parents regarding campus security issues to provide information, direction, and/or referrals.
- Testifies in court proceedings for the purpose of providing information regarding alleged illegal activity.
- Transports student (e.g., to from home, court proceedings, or juvenile hall) to ensure the individual's arrival to specific destination.
- Performs other related duties as assigned for ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit and the District, including various mandatory District trainings.
(At time of application)
Knowledge of:- Safety practices and procedures
- Health standards and hazards
- Modern office practices, procedures and equipment
- Current policies, codes. laws, regulations and procedures
- Use of job-related software applications, including virtual meeting platforms
- Business telephone techniques and etiquette
- Correct English usage, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation, and vocabulary
- District policies and procedures associated with educational processes
- District organization and locations
- Operate standard office equipment utilizing pertinent software applications
- Prepare and maintain accurate records
- Plan and manage complex and responsible projects
- Plan and managing projects; problem solving, logical thinking
- Maintain confidentiality of Security Services files and records
- Display exemplary planning, prioritization and time management skills
- Communicate with diverse groups maintaining confidentiality, meeting deadlines and schedules; working with frequent interruptions, setting priorities; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
- Communicate with staff, parents, and public using patience and courtesy, and in a manner that reflects positively on the organizational unit
- Read, write, and communicate clearly in English; a second language (usually Spanish) may be desired
- Perform well under pressure for competing time-sensitive priorities
- Understand and follow written and oral instructions
- Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex and confidential issues and situations
Responsibilities include working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; providing information and/or advising others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization's services.
(At time of application and in addition to the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed above.)
EDUCATION REQUIRED:
High School diploma or equivalent
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Two (2) years of experience working with youth and adults in an organized setting as an employee with a focus on law enforcement or security work.
LICENSE(S) REQUIRED:- Valid, current California Driver's License to provide transportation to transport students, school staff, and others for home visits, meetings, and other events and trainings associated with essential functions, duties, and tasks.
- CPR/First Aid Certificates
- Pepper spray Certification (may be required)
- Arrest Control Techniques (ACT)
- SB 390 Certificate Mandated Training
- Other certifications and training (e.g., drug evaluation, Redirect, sexting) may be required
- Pass the District's applicable proficiency exam for the job class with a satisfactory score
- After offer of employment, obtain:
- Criminal Justice and FBI Fingerprint Clearance
- Negative TB test result plus periodic post-employment retest as required (currently every four years)
- Pre-employment physical exam E through District's provider
Classified Substitute Salary Schedule - $21.40 per hour
Work Schedule - On call as needed
*Materials Required:*
1. Completed application
2. Proof of High School Diploma or Equivalency (copy of official transcript OR copy of diploma is acceptable)
3. Valid hands-on First Aid/CPR Certificate (online certificates are not accepted)
The examination process will include screening to ensure that complete applications meet all minimum qualifications. No additional information will be accepted from applications once the application has been submitted. Only the most qualified applicants who pass the minimum qualifications review will be placed on the Substitute list.
To move forward in the selection process, you must complete an online application through this website. Resumes may be uploaded, but cannot be used in place of a completed application.
SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION: ONCE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE REVISIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.
When completing the application, please include ALL current and previous employment in the Work Experience section of the application and complete ALL fields, including the name and contact information of your supervisors. Experience included in the resume but not in the Work Experience section of the application may not be considered to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications.
The applicant must submit all required documents. Personnel Commission staff will not upload your documents for you.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Personnel Technician, Norma Orozco, at normaorozco@maderausd.org or (559) 675-4500 Ext 296.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Individuals with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation in the selection process must inform the Madera Unified School District Personnel Commission Department in writing no later than the filing date stated in the announcement. Those applicants needing such accommodations should document this request, including an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation needed to participate in the selection process.
The Governing Board desires to provide a positive work environment where employees and job applicants are assured of equal access and opportunities and are free from harassment in accordance with the law. The Board prohibits district employees from discriminating against or harassing any other district employees and job applicant on the basis of the person's actual or perceived race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation. The following person is designated as the Title IX Coordinator.
Prince Marshall
Executive Director of Student and Family Support Services
1820 Howard Road
Madera, CA 93637
559-416-5826
Closing Date/Time: Thu, 26 Jun 2025 -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Madera Unified School District - Personnel Commission
Show moreWelcome to the Madera Unified School District. We are located in the geographic center of California in a growing community of 55,000. Our district serves 20,000 students and has 2,000 employees.
We are guided by a powerful vision which encourages us to provide an educational program in which students are "driven by their aspirations, not bound by their circumstances."
From their first day of school, students are focused on learning the basics so that they can fulfill their career aspirations. As students turn toward high school, they choose a career path based on their interest, talent, and future goals. We envision a time when every child will have the skills and knowledge upon graduation so they can choose their future.
Our seven-member school board is committed to providing the focus, direction, and resources to provide a complete educational experience for students. In MUSD, we believe that students need to be connected to their schools, so we provide a rich array of co-curricular activities, including award-winning music and athletics programs, clubs and organizations, and leadership opportunities. We believe that these connections strengthen the student, round out their experience and provide reasons to stay in school.
We know that students need parent support. Our most successful students have parent encouragement. We expect parents to be involved because parents are so influential in the life of a child. When we can form a partnership between the school and the home, we are assuring the success of the child.
Achievement is on the rise. New schools are being built. In the Madera Unified School District, wonderful new opportunities await our students. -