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Job description
School District Police Officer
Provide law enforcement to district schools and protect employees, students and property in order to create a safe and healthy learning environment
Patrols School District facilities and grounds to prevent disruptive or illegal actions, access to restricted areas, theft or vandalism on an assigned or rotating shift Provides a means to disseminate, share, advise and coordinate information on the value of qualified law enforcement officers for primary, elementary, middle, and high school teachers Demonstrates, by example and other means, the dangers associated with alcohol and drugs, criminal activities, and other anti-social behavior Performs a variety of assignments which can require being in a fixed location or a mobile unit or being exposed to uncontrolled and/or unpredictable conditions Performs duties in uniform or in plainclothes depending on the type of assignment
Provide diligent patrol to district schools and property in order to deter crimes against students, staff or property
Enforce PA Crime Codes by making arrests or issuing citations for violations on school property
Respond to emergencies at district buildings or on school buses
Act as liaison between the District, local communities and local law enforcement agencies
Enforce school district attendance, rules and policies
Conduct investigations of residency and truancy cases; prepare related truancy citations as required
Conduct investigations of crimes and cases of employee misconduct ensuring that evidence is collected and preserved
Provide supervision of student behavior including loading and unloading of school buses
Prepare necessary disciplinary referrals, reports and logs
Monitor traffic and parking on and around district property
Attend court hearings as necessary
Facilitate/Participate in related district committees including the safe schools committee, crisis team, etc.
Coordinate through building administrators and school counselors effective prevention strategies
Deliver technical and law enforcement related assistance on all security matters
Review of all District safety and security policies and procedures for a common and enforceable language and purpose and conduct updated security training of all school district personnel as needed
Patrol halls – visible presence circulating between class periods
Track usage of district buildings and determine if security is required. Be the point of contact for security requests
Serves as District Police Officer during special events as needed
Enforce parking restrictions and issue traffic and non-traffic citations
Cafeteria and parking lot supervision
Performs other duties as assigned
Classroom resource for instruction in law related education, violence diffusion, safety programs, alcohol and drug prevention, crime prevention, and other areas
Member of the faculty and administrative team working hand in hand to solve problems in the school community
Resource for the students which will enable them to be associated with a law enforcement figure in the student's environment
Resource to teachers, parents, and students for conferences on an individual basis, dealing with individual problems or questions
Counseling resource in areas which may affect the educational environment but may be of a law related nature
Bridge the gap between police officers and young people and increase positive attitudes towards law enforcement
Promote respect for people and property
Take personal interest in students and their activities
Reduce juvenile crime by helping students formulate an awareness of rules, authority and justice
Performs other duties as assigned
Understanding of school law, special education law, and criminal law
Act 120 Certification or Graduate from Pennsylvania State Police Academy
Willingness to complete additional training for School Police Officers
Demonstrated ability to: o Learn the principles of criminal investigation and the techniques of interrogation o Learn the standard practices and procedures used in protecting buildings and property and regulating the activities of the public o Cope with situations firmly, courteously, tactfully and with respect for the rights of others o Analyze situations quickly and objectively to determine a proper course of action to be taken o Gain the confidence and respect of students and faculty o Work with large groups of students o Understand and carry out oral and written instructions o Maintain records and prepare reports o Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Minimum 10 years of experience as a law enforcement officer
Training as required under 53 Pa.C.S. Ch. 21 Subch. D (relating to municipal police officer education and training)
Weapons Qualification
Must pass pre-employment drug testing
High School graduate
Act 120 Certification or Graduate of Pennsylvania State Police Academy
Knowledge of PA Laws & district policies
Minimum two (10) years police or security experience
A working knowledge of office equipment
Experience with technology that is compatible with district-wide systems, and a data management system
Excellent organizational skills and abilities
Current Act 34, Act 151 and FBI Clearances as required by the laws of Pennsylvania; any other clearances that may be required by law
Must be able willing to work flexible schedule, including weekends
Must be able to maintain confidentiality
Valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania license to operate a motor vehicle at the time of appointment and during tenure of employment
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable and reasonable
Physical Demands: On the job, this employee must… Bend Sit Must carry/lift loads of: Squat Stand Crawl Walk Light (up to 25 lbs) Climb Push/Pull Moderate (25-50 lbs) Kneel Manual dexterity Heavy (over 50 lbs) Reach above shoulder level Use fine finger movements Other: Must be able to run 100 yards Other: Must be capable of self-defense and able to perform physical restraint
Work Environment: On the job, this employee… ( x ) Is exposed to excessive noise ( x ) Is around moving machinery ( x ) Is exposed to marked changes in temperature ( x ) Is exposed to dust, fumes, gases ( x ) Drives motorized equipment ( x ) Works in confined quarters
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The employee is expected to adhere to all District policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to policies.
Worksite address
chambersburg, PA, 17201, US
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