Vacancy - School Police Officer - Substitute

Grove City Area School District

School Police Officer

Title: School Police Officer

Department: Safety

Reports To: Superintendent

Job Summary -

Patrols school facilities and grounds to prevent disruptive or illegal actions, access to restricted areas, theft or vandalism on an assigned or rotating shift.

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.

Issue summary citations, detain individuals until law enforcement is notified, and provide safety and security information to members of the school community.

Carry a firearm and maintain firearm training/certification.

Performs their duties in uniform or in plainclothes depending on the type of assignment.

Examples of Work -

Reports to school facilities or adjacent areas when serious disturbances arise; works independently or as a member of a squad in stopping fights, other outbreaks

• Uses a variety of techniques in crowd control to isolate trouble areas and provide maximum protection for students and others not directly involved

• Questions students, faculty, and others to obtain information helpful to ascertaining the cause of the outbreaks

• Works with police, borough officials and other agencies involved

• Patrols an assigned area in a mobile unit to prevent and investigate burglaries, larceny, arson, and vandalism within school facilities and adjacent areas

• Interrogates persons within the building or near the premises to obtain facts; makes routine reports on investigations

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities -

• Learn the principles of criminal investigation and the techniques of interrogation

• Learn the standard practices and procedures used in protecting buildings and property and regulating the activities of the public

• Cope with situations firmly, courteously, tactfully and with respect for the rights of others

• Analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine a proper course of action to be taken

• Gain the confidence and respect of students and faculty

• Work with large groups of students

• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions

• Maintain records and prepare reports

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships

Function -

• Able to move, set up and take down a standard school metal detector as needed

• Able to ascend at least three flights of stairs without stopping

• Able to maintain composure and demonstrate appropriate professionalism and restraint at all times

• Able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time

• Able to direct vehicular and pedestrian traffic as needed

• Willing and able to interact and establish rapport with staff, students, parents, the public and other law enforcement personnel in a professional manner

• Able to follow accepted GCASD policies and procedures

• Able to patrol designated areas by foot or vehicle and identify safety and security issues, detect violations and maintain a visible presence to deter criminal activity

• Able to operate video surveillance equipment

• Maintains a professional appearance

• Safely handles a firearm

• Maintains proficiency with issued firearm

• Passed annual firearms qualification

Disclaimer -

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.

Conditions of Employment -

• 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

• Act 235 lethal weapons training certification

• Knowledge of PA Laws & district policies

• Minimum two (2) years police experience

• Ability to supervise fellow workers

• A working knowledge of office equipment

• Experience with technology that is compatible with district-wide systems, and a data management system such as the AS400

• Excellent organizational and communication skills

• Current Act 34, Act 151 and Act 114 (FBI) Clearances as required by the laws of Pennsylvania; and other clearances that may be required by law or district

• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable and reasonable

Certificates/Licenses -

• Valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania license to operate a motor vehicle at the time of appointment and during tenure of employment