Job Class: T10, Security Campus

Hourly Range: $31.52 - $36.87 / hourly

Calendar: Full Time / Full Year

Who We Are

The San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) is the seventh largest school district in California, serving more than 50,000 students who speak more than 44 documented languages across 130 schools in the city of San Francisco every year. We aim for every student who attends SFUSD schools to discover his or her spark, along with a strong sense of self and purpose, and that all students graduate from high school ready for college and career, and equipped with the skills, capacities and dispositions outlined in SFUSD’s Graduate Profile. Every day in our quest to achieve this mission we provide each and every student the quality instruction and equitable support required to thrive in the 21^st century.

What It Means to Work Here

The SFUSD community is unified by our Core Values:

Student-centered: We put students’ needs first
Fearless: We persist through challenges
United: We celebrate and build on each other’s strengths
Social Justice: We stand with those most vulnerable in our community
Diversity-driven: We respect and seek to understand each person

We are also inspired by Vision, Values and Guardrails which captures our aspirations and vision for the future of public education in San Francisco. Alongside the District’s strategic plan. SFUSD is reimagining how public education will change over the next decade to meet the dynamic future of San Francisco. As a CORE district, SFUSD is also a leader in critical systems change for more comprehensive school accountability and innovations that help strengthen the instructional core, which is the foundation of our strategic plan and Vision 2025.

Who We Want

We want talented people from diverse backgrounds and experiences, who are inspired by our mission, steeped in equity, and who are motivated to unleash our children’s potential. We want people who are strong collaborators, skilled communicators, and problem solvers who are comfortable in a community of continuous learning.

Essential Duties

The duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to the job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive or exhaustive list.

As the T10-Security Campus, examples of duties include:

As directed, patrols the building and grounds of a school to maintain order and prevent the entry of unauthorized persons; acts to prevent injury to persons; screens individuals and groups entering school property to ascertain the nature of their business; and refuses entrance to unauthorized persons.
Enforces Board of Education rules and regulations and municipal and state ordinances and laws as they relate to behavior on school property; assists the Police Department and other law enforcement agencies in coordinating security, protective and investigative efforts; as directed by safety and security coordinator, director, or site administrator uses initiative in analyzing situations and takes appropriate action, often requiring prompt decisions.
Apprehends persons engaged in acts of assault, vandalism, theft or other illegal conduct; as specifically directed by the site administrator; investigates bodily assaults, accidents, property damage, fire reports and alarms, law violations, disturbances of peace and other incidents; gathers evidence for use by school administrators and/or law enforcement personnel; may appear as a witness in court or a disciplinary hearing.
Assists in the control of crowds or other assemblies; takes charge at the scene of disturbances, accidents or emergencies; as required, notifies district emergency services coordinator, school administration, designated school site emergency coordinator, emergency ambulance, fire department and law enforcement agencies.
Gives information to students, faculty, the general public and others; locates persons on property; gives emergency aid to sick or injured persons; directs authorized visitors to proper location.
Checks the security of school buildings and grounds; reports hazardous conditions, unusual circumstances and malfunctions of the buildings and equipment; reports on theft, vandalism and other damage to property. Ensure exterior areas remain secure, hazard-free, and compliant with site standards through regular inspection and proactive intervention.
Uses a cellular phone, computer, and a two-way radio, as assigned, oral and written instructions; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance; stand or sit for extended periods of time; walk or run over uneven surfaces; climb stairs; see to monitor student behavior and assigned campus areas; and hear and speak to exchange information.
Other Duties as Assigned.

The strongest candidates will have:

Knowledge of San Francisco’s public schools/urban public schools and a passionate belief in SFUSD’s commitment to instructional leadership as a lever toward delivering on the SFUSD Graduate Profile
Strong analytics and systems thinking necessary to interpret data to inform goals and strategy, as well as build infrastructure where none exists
Ability to work effectively across multiple functions and roles within a complex organization
A proven record of effectively planning, organizing and using resources to take action and achieve goals
The ability to learn quickly and adapt as needed in a fast-paced environment
Outstanding organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
A flexible, “can do” work ethic with a focus on identifying challenges and proactively working to find solutions while maintaining a bigger picture lens and focus on what can be delivered instead of what cannot be done
Excellent data analysis skills and experience synthesizing data to drive action steps
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with senior level district staff and colleagues
Effective written and verbal communication and the ability to clearly communicate complex, bureaucratic processes to a variety of audiences
Ability to define and implement effective HR business practices
Ability to work effectively in difficult situations that involve confidential and sensitive matters
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and GSuite (Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, Forms)

Characteristics of Class

Under the direction of the Safety and Security supervisor, Code 2, and/or general supervision of a school district administrator, patrols buildings, grounds and adjacent areas of a school; maintains order; prevents the entry of unauthorized persons; enforces applicable sections of the Education Code, the Penal Code, the District’s Student Conduct Code and individual school rules; assists in the maintenance of an orderly and safe campus; assists administrative and staff personnel in maintaining orderly conduct; protects school department property against damage by vandalism and theft; notifies the school principal of situations that may result in disturbances in schools; as directed, cooperates with law enforcement agencies; prepares reports and memoranda; and performs related duties as required; oversees and monitor the behavior of students who are outside of class and at school sponsored activities both on and off campus.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Requires responsibility for : Carrying out, explaining and enforcing Board of Education rules and regulations and statutory laws and ordinances; uses initiative in dealing with students and others to maintain orderly behavior and safeguard persons and property; makes regular contact with administrators, faculty, students, the general public and law enforcement personnel; prepares reports of work performed including incident reports and conditions observed. Nature of duties requires considerable walking and standing and involves exposure to risks inherent in security work.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

Knowledge of: Board of Education rules and regulations, state and municipal laws and ordinances; health and safety regulations; basic methods of individual and group supervision; understanding problems of urban youth and human relations; basic record-keeping techniques; operation of a two-way radio, cellular telephone; and other communication equipment as, required.

Ability to: Take initiative and accept responsibility without close supervision; learn District organization, operations, policies and objectives; assure student compliance with school and District policies and regulations and enforce USD rules and regulations and city and state ordinances and laws; learn, interpret, apply and explain laws, rules and regulations; observe situations and accurately determine an effective course of action; think and act quickly, tactfully, and maturely in emergencies; communicate courteously, fairly, and convincingly with students, faculty, groups, organization representatives and the general public; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others; follow oral and written instructions; prepare accurate, clear and concise oral and written reports; patrol and monitor an assigned campus to maintain order and security; observe health and safety regulations; maintain routine records; understand and follow

Skill: Excellent oral and communication skills to establish and maintain effective community relations with culturally diverse school and neighborhood groups.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires completion of high school supplemented by two years of full-time paid work experience. Enrollment or completion of a recognized two-year program in police science or police administration is desirable; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
If employed more than twenty hours each week, must successfully complete BSIS training which includes twenty-fours of curriculum developed by BSIS and POST in order to comply with provision of SB1626, as a condition of initial and continuing employment
Possession of a valid Driver’s license

What We Offer

SFUSD offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience in a similar position. We offer a comprehensive benefits plan including dental and vision plans, a defined benefit pension plan, disability, life insurance, flexible spending account options and vacation time. We also offer an inclusive and equity-centered environment where we encourage staff to bring their whole selves to work.

Verification

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at http://sfdhr.org/how-verify-education-requirements.

Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification from this and future job opportunities with the San Francisco Unified School District.

Non-Discrimination Policy

San Francisco Unified School District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression; or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. This policy extends to San Francisco County Office of Education, including community school programs and activities.

For more information about the District's non-discrimination policy, please review Board Policy 4030.

Security Aide (T10)