School Safety Supervisor (10-Month & 12-Month))

We are currently hiring for this 10-month and 12 month, CASA represented position, primarily School-based School Safety Supervisor position. The salary grade is 1540 starting at $42,708. 

• The implementation of the policies and procedures established by the Office of School Safety to promote the safety and security of School District of Philadelphia programs and facilities.
• The principles of the investigation of illegal or illicit activity and basic interviewing techniques.
• The standard practices and procedures used in protecting school building and property while regulating the activities of the public.
• The operation of electronic weapons detection equipment.
• Supervisory methods and techniques of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED).
• Implementing the Office of School Safety Diversion Strategy utilizing restorative justice processes within the school system.
• Effective time management and task prioritization.
• Basic computer skills i.e. Email, fax, scan, Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

Demonstrated ability to:

• Apply the standard practices and procedures used by the Office of School Safety in securing School District of Philadelphia buildings and property.
• Apply the methods and techniques used by the School District of Philadelphia in managing individuals in a large public setting.
• Apply the rules and regulations governing the School District of Philadelphia’s security procedures.
• Implement the School District of Philadelphia Emergency Management Plan.
• Effectively respond to crisis situations.
• Learn the standard requirements used by the School District of Philadelphia for investigating security breaches, weapons violations and reporting violations to the City’s Police Department or Diversion Unit as deemed necessary.
• Learn the legal polices of the School District of Philadelphia and the City of Philadelphia.
• Supervise the daily activities of safety personnel providing guidance and direction as appropriate.
• Facilitate difficult conversations with both youth and adults.
• Work through conflict with co-workers and volunteers.
• Develop and implement short/long range goals.
• Analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine proper course of action to be taken.
• Exercise discretion, tactfully manage situations with respect for the rights of others.
• Work under pressure and effectively deescalate crisis situations.
• Complete and prioritize tasks/projects in accordance with stated deadlines.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Express ideas effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

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.

Nondiscrimination 

The School District of Philadelphia provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, disability, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, or genetic information. Please refer to Board Policy 348 for further information regarding the District's commitment to Nondiscrimination in Employment Practices.

Certificates/Licenses

Possession of a valid proper class motor vehicle operator’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to and during tenure of employment.