Campus Safety Officer

Who We Are

Navigator Schools is a network of public charter schools that operates four high performing schools, three K-8 schools in the Northern Central Coast area and a K-4 in Hayward. Navigator exists because a group of concerned educators and parents no longer wanted to wait for someone else to figure out how to improve the quality of public school education. They were determined to demonstrate that ethnicity, early English fluency, and socio-economic status are factors outside the classroom that may challenge, but should not predetermine, a student’s academic success. With that determination, our first site was founded.

After studying best practices from schools throughout the United States, we created a rigorous K-8 full inclusion model that anticipates and meets the needs of all students. Our students enjoy research-based, personalized learning supported by a strong instructional staff. Our staff is supported by extensive professional development and regular coaching at every level of the organization which leads to phenomenal results for all students.

Navigator Schools is committed to closing the achievement gap through highly effective, student focused teaching methods, and boasts some of the top test scores in California.  Navigator operates a growing network of schools, with campuses currently in Gilroy, Hollister, Watsonville, and Hayward, and has also positively influenced public school districts and charter school organizations throughout California by establishing partnerships and implementing professional development modules for school staff and leaders outside of the Navigator organization.

Our Mission

Navigator Schools equips students to become learners and leaders in high school, college, and beyond. We develop top-tier teams of educators who continuously improve and innovate schools that deliver phenomenal outcomes for all students, regardless of their circumstances.

Role Summary

The Campus Safety Officer is responsible for promoting lawful behavior and protecting the welfare of students, staff, and parents as a uniformed presence on campus. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with peers and students, have a deep commitment to student safety, hold students and self to high expectations, and uphold Navigator Schools culture at all times.

Essential Duties

Site Patrolling

• Monitor behavior of individuals around and within the barriers of the school site
• Ensure all school site buildings and property are secured
• Investigate disturbances and reporting suspicious activity
• Enforce regulations and maintain order during events

Safety Monitoring

• Monitor the physical safety of the school site buildings by locking and unlocking doors
• Patrol and monitor the school site on foot and with the use of surveillance systems
• Monitor alarm system and respond to alerts
• Serve as a crossing guard for staff and students, and enforce traffic and parking regulations
• Serve as support staff at special events after school hours
• Lead building and grounds security by locking all doors and gates after use and at end of work day 

Emergency Service

• Serve as a first responder to any emergency situation on campus
• Is the case of an emergency, respond on scene, provide first aid and alert additional police or emergency personnel as appropriate
• Maintain radio communication with other safety personnel and school site admin
• Assist in coordinating emergency plans
• Write and submit detailed incident reports to supervisors or law enforcement as appropriate
• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, responsible, and consistent with the Navigator Schools Code of Conduct
• Perform other duties as assigned

Additional Site Support

• Supervise students during recess, lunch, and transition times
• Provide substitute coverage for food service, custodial, and yard duty as assigned by your supervisor
• Support the custodial and operations team during school breaks
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor

Qualifications

• Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and/or training and experience, which will provide the necessary skills and knowledge
• Security guard license required
• Demonstrate and utilize safe working habits
• Understand and carry out oral and written instruction
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including students 
• Read and write at the level required for successful job performance
• Set priorities and develop an organized daily work plan

Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Pre-Employment Process 

Employment eligibility will include fingerprints, tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance.

Working Conditions

Environment

Office and diverse school site environments; driving a vehicle to conduct work; fast-paced work; constant interruptions.

Physical Requirements 

Consistent mental alertness; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects up to 30 pounds; bending and twisting at the waist, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; dexterity of both hands and fingers while performing duties; seeing to read, write and use the computer; hearing and speaking to exchange information, in person or on the telephone, and make presentations. 

Non-Discrimination Policy

Navigator Schools is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation based on an individual's race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or the California Family Rights Act), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. The School is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. We are strongly committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural staff and encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.