School Police Officer at Propel Montour Middle/High School

Job Summary:

The School Police Officer supports and facilitates the educational process within Propel Schools by providing a safe and secure environment through building and establishing meaningful relationships with students and staff and proactively interacting with the school community to ensure the enforcement of city and state laws, preservation of public order, protection of life and the prevention, detection, or investigation of crime. The incumbent will work effectively with students, parents, school personnel and community agencies to support teaching and learning in the schools. The School Police Officer will patrol district property to protect students, staff and visitors from physical harm and prevent loss to district property resulting from criminal activity.

• Patrol district property for suspicious activity, unauthorized persons on campus, or unauthorized entry after hours.
• Provide in-service training to help administrators be better prepared to deal with security -related matters and serve as a wrap-around services team member to support student success.
• Work closely with the principal and staff of the school to foster a better understanding of the law enforcement function to maintain a secure learning environment. Proactively work with the school's leadership team and collaborate with school's administrative team on safety protocols and procedures.
• Serve as a visible and active law enforcement officer on campus dealing with law-related areas such as drugs, traffic, trespassing, fighting, and thefts. Enforce campus rules and regulations.
• Conduct routine patrols of assigned facilities to include buildings, parking lots and district owned, leased, or rented property; Operate district equipment to include alarm systems, surveillance equipment, and patrol units when necessary.
• Take law enforcement action to protect against unwanted intruders. Identify and prevent (through counseling and referral) delinquent behavior, including substance abuse. Make arrests only when necessary to protect students, staff and school property.
• Work collaboratively with public safety agencies to serve as a liaison between school and community to deter criminal and delinquent behavior.
• Conduct courses and workshops for students, staff and parents to promote social awareness, relationship skills, self-management, self-awareness and responsible decision making.
• Coordinate security for crowd and vehicle control at extracurricular activities and special events. Monitor and instruct students, visitors, and district personnel on proper and lawful campus or facility behavior. Help to define and maintain a respectful code of conduct.
• Assist other law enforcement agencies with incidents involving local criminal activity that may impact the safety of the environment for students and staff. Serve as the initial first responder and school safety coordinator for campus emergencies.
• Respond to calls on crimes against person or property in progress, report crimes that have already occurred, and intrusion/fire alarms; perform preliminary investigation at the scene (e.g. gather and preserve evidence, take statements). Prepare written reports, maintain daily logs, and obtain and serve arrest and search warrants as necessary; testify in court as required.
• Subdue offenders and criminals by using the minimum amount of force needed to protect the officer and other persons.
• Provide classroom presentations on crime prevention and fundamental concepts and structure of the law. Teach law related education, de-escalation techniques, and conflict resolution to students and staff.
• Provide instructions and directions to others as it pertains to law enforcement matters and emergency situations.
• Conduct security building assessments for schools; guard, check and secure doors, rooms, buildings and equipment.
• Operate a two-way radio and qualify with a department issued firearm.
• Perform other duties as assigned by appropriate supervisory personnel and school administrators.

• 3+ years of work experience in law enforcement in a traditional law enforcement agency or school environment required
• Ability to work with youth and adults in the school setting.
• Successfully completed all applicable municipal police education and training under 53 Pa.C.S. Ch. 21, Subchapter D.
• Advanced skill in verbal de-escalation
• Act 235

• TB Test
• Act 34 Criminal Clearance
• Act 114 FBI Clearance
• Act 151 Child Abuse Clearance
• Mandated Reporter Training
• Act 168 Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure
• Act 24 Arrest and Conviction Disclosure

• Dress Code: Propel issued long sleeve or polo shirt. Khaki, Navy or grey slacks, tactical or cargo pants. Black or grey shoes with rubber sole.

• Walk or run for long periods of time.
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Be physically active for long periods without getting tired or out of breath.
• Determine the distance between objects.
• Use muscles to jump, sprint, or throw objects.
• React quickly using hands, fingers, or feed.
• Use muscles for extended periods without getting tired.
• Keep or regain the body's balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.

• Compensation: The hourly rate for this position is $25.00/hr.
• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision plan options at a low cost for individual employees and families.
• Retirement: New hires participate in a 403(b); Propel contributes 5% automatically and matches up to 4%. This increases after 5 years.
• Paid Leave: In addition to 2 paid Wellness Days annually, you will receive 5 sick days and 10 Personal Days
• Tuition Assistance: Reimbursement of up to $3,000 annually upon completion of course and receipt of grades for coursework that meets our eligibility requirements.
• Wellness Benefit: Reimbursement of $20 per month for wellness activities including Gym Memberships, health programs, etc. Additionally, staff have the ability to earn up to $300 for participation in a Wellness Program each year.

• Own It. Our teachers are instructional experts who hold high expectations for themselves and their scholars. We work hard, set goals, and take responsibility for our scholars learning.
• Walk Through the Door. Our teachers are professional with their scholars, families, and colleagues. We show up on time with a positive mindset and never give up on what's possible for our scholars.
• Look in the Mirror. Our teachers value feedback and work to continuously improve for our scholars. Our staff is accountable, dedicated and honest.
• Treat Others the Way You Want to be Treated. Our teachers are culturally competent. In all interactions they are courteous, engaged and empathetic.
• Do Your Part. Our teachers are relationship builders. We make connections with our scholars, our families, our colleagues and our community and realize that education is a team effort.