School Safety Officer

2 weeks ago


San Jose, California, United States City of San Jose, CA Full time
Salary: $26.86 Hourly

Location: San Jose

Job Type: Part-Time

Department: Police Department

About the Organization

The City of San Jose is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that plays a crucial role in enhancing the community's safety and well-being. Our team of over 7,000 employees collaborates to make San Jose a vibrant and innovative place to live and work.

Department Overview

The San Jose Police Department is dedicated to ensuring safe environments for residents through strong community partnerships.

Position Responsibilities

The City of San Jose is seeking part-time School Safety Officers to support the Police Department during the academic year. The role involves ensuring the safe passage of elementary and junior high school students across busy streets and addressing any issues that may require police intervention. Responsibilities may include substituting at various locations or maintaining a consistent assignment. Generally, these roles consist of split shifts totaling approximately ten (10) hours per week.

School Safety Officers are expected to work outdoors in all weather conditions and must provide a uniform as specified by the Police Department. Duties include being outdoors and dealing with various weather elements. The position may require physical activities such as sitting, standing, walking briskly, stepping up or down from curbs, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting, bending, lifting, and carrying items up to 10 pounds. Officers will need to hold and use a stop sign throughout their shift, manage traffic, and utilize a whistle simultaneously.

This recruitment may serve to fill multiple positions within this or other departments. Interested candidates should apply to be considered for various opportunities that may arise.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: Completion of eighth grade.

Licensing Requirements:
  • Possession of a valid State of California driver's license may be necessary for certain assignments.
  • Incumbents may need to use their personal vehicles for job duties.
  • Participation in special event traffic control may require completion of an initial Flagger training course and refresher training every three years.
Background Check: Candidates must pass a personal background investigation as mandated by the Police Department.

Selection Process

The selection process will include an evaluation of the applicant's qualifications based on their application and responses to job-specific questions. Only candidates whose backgrounds align closely with the position will be invited to continue in the selection process, which may include interviews and further assessments.

Additional Information

Employment Eligibility: All employees must provide verification of their eligibility to work in the United States. The City of San Jose does not sponsor visa applications or transfers for employment.

Work Environment: Part-time positions are required to participate in the City's PTC 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, contributing 3.75% of gross earnings, with the City matching the same amount. This plan is separate from social security and does not include healthcare benefits.

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