Campus Safety Assistant

The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by the incumbent in the class.  This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.

Maintain security of intermediate or high school buildings, grounds, and facilities. E

Patrol campus perimeter, lunch areas, hallways, walkways, classrooms, restrooms, gates, parking lots, and bus stops; maintain order and security of campus; escort students to the office for disciplinary action as needed; report unusual activities or unauthorized persons. E

Assist visitors with campus orientation and directions; approach visitors and suspicious or unauthorized individuals and determine the reason for being on campus. E

Notify personnel to contact the police as needed for potentially dangerous situations involving such issues as drugs, weapons, gangs, or accidents; detain individuals suspected or guilty of illegal or prohibited activity according to established procedures. E

Enforce school and District rules, regulations, and policies for the safety and security of students, staff, cars, and property according to established procedures; enforce appropriate parking restrictions and regulations. E

Observe students during passing periods between classes; ensure timely return of students to class; prevent unauthorized departure from school premises. E

Observe student behavior to assure compliance with school rules; prepare detention slips for student misconduct as appropriate and according to established guidelines; prepare and maintain records of incidents and infractions observed and processed; provide verbal explanations of rules as required. E

Operate a mobile communication device as assigned. E

Lock and unlock gates, restrooms, or other facilities as assigned. E

Perform related duties as assigned.

Note:  At the end of some of the duty statements there is an italicized "E" which identifies essential duties required of the classification.   This is strictly for use in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:
Basic methods of individual and group supervision.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
Health and safety regulations.

ABILITY TO:
Patrol and monitor campus to maintain order and security in an intermediate or high school setting.
Assure student compliance with school and District policies and regulations.
Learn, interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Perform duties with patience, tact, good judgment, and composure within established guidelines.
Learn to operate a mobile communication device as assigned.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Observe situations and accurately determine an effective course of action.
Maintain routine records.Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and minimum one-year's work experience demonstrating ability to work effectively with intermediate or high school students.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Some positions in this class may be required to utilize a second designated language.

Must possess a certificate indicating completion of an approved School Campus Security Training course meeting the requirements set forth in SB 1626 and Education Code 38001.5.ENVIRONMENT:
Outdoor environment.
Seasonal heat, cold or adverse weather conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
Seeing to monitor students.
Standing and walking for extended periods of time.
Pushing or pulling to open and close gates.

HAZARDS:
Exposure to verbal abuse and harassment, potential physical hazards involved in intervening in antisocial, illegal and violent behavior.
Possible fights and confrontations.
Bloodborne pathogens.