SCHOOL POLICE OFFICER

This recruitment is for lateral Police Officers who hold a valid POST Category I/Peace Officer Certificate, and have completed a POST-certified Police Academy program.

Summary Description

Under general supervision, routine security, peacekeeping, and other activities involving the protection of persons and property at assigned campus(es). Major emphasis is placed upon working positively with adolescents. Previous experience and/or educational training in working with young people is highly desirable. Incumbent performs related work as required.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Patrols campus parking lots, hallways and other district facilities to enforce state, federal, and local laws and District rules and regulations.
Removes disruptive or unauthorized individuals from classroom and/or campus.
Performs crime prevention, truancy prevention, crowd control and traffic safety activities.
Confers directly with and assists students, parents, law enforcement agency representatives, school officials and other District personnel in maintaining peace and security on campus.
Receives and responds to complaints and calls for protection of persons and property; cites and/or arrests violators as necessary.
Performs investigations of crimes by securing and preserving the crime scene for the collection of evidence, and interviewing victims, witnesses, and potential suspects.
Prepares original written reports of arrests, injuries, hazardous conditions, and general information; prepares and maintains daily activity logs.
Works day, night, and/or extra-curricular shifts. May be required to work on 24-hour call.
May testify in court or at administrative proceedings.

Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and skills would be:

Education: Equivalent to a high school diploma.

Licenses/Certificates:
- Possess and maintain a Nevada driver's license;
- Nevada Peace Officer Standard Training (POST) and "Basic" Peace Officer Certificate (a Basic Corrections Certificate does not meet this requirement);
- Completion of the Police Mountain Bicycle Training Course within one (1) year of employment;
- First aid and CPR certificates.
Must be able to Successfully Complete/Pass/Obtain:
- Nevada POST Physical Fitness Test
- Written Civil Service Exam
- Interview(s)
- Comprehensive Background Investigation
- Polygraph Examination/CVSA Examination
- Medical Physical Examination - Fitness for Duty
- Phycological Examination
- Nevada POST Certified Law Enforcement Academy

Competencies For Successful Performance Of Job Duties

Knowledge (What you know)

Basic principles and practices of police work and law enforcement including:
- Patrol
- Investigation
- Apprehension
- Custody
- Identification
Federal, state, and local laws, rules, and policies pertaining to educational institutions, such as:
- Traffic safety
- Crowd control
- Adolescent development
- Juvenile crime
Interviewing and counseling techniques.
Programs available for "at-risk" juveniles.
Welfare laws and regulations pertaining to juveniles.
Conflict resolution techniques.

Skills (What You Can Do Proficiently)

Communicating effectively, verbally and in writing, with:
- Students
- Parents
- School and District personnel
Crisis and counseling intervention.
Establishing and maintaining working relationships with others.
Recognizing various signs of abuse (e.g., drug, physical, sexual, mental).
Cognizing potentially dangerous situations and people accurately and efficiently.

Abilities (What You Are Capable Of Doing)

Thinking and reacting effectively in stressful and emotional situations.
Intervening in crisis situations.
Applying conflict resolution techniques in real-time.
Maintaining composure and judgment under pressure.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Lifting objects up to 25 lbs.: Frequently
Lifting objects over 25 lbs.: Rarely
Sitting for extended periods: Continuously
Standing for extended periods: Occasionally
Walking for extended periods: Occasionally
Bending or stooping: Occasionally
Reaching above shoulder height Occasionally
Pushing/pulling objects: Occasionally
Climbing stairs or ladders: Occasionally
Operating heavy machinery: Rarely
Exposure to outdoor weather conditions: Frequently
Exposure to loud noises: Continuously
Working in confined spaces: Rarely
Working at heights: Rarely
Working with hazardous materials: Rarely
Repetitive hand or arm movements: Rarely

Definitions:  

Never: The activity or condition does not occur.  
Rarely: The activity or condition occurs less than 10% of the time.  
Occasionally: The activity or condition occurs 10-30% of the time.  
Frequently: The activity or condition occurs 30-60% of the time.  
Continuously: The activity or condition occurs more than 60% of the time.

THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR.

The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environments for all students, staff, and visitors.  The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The district prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e. Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities for use.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Washoe County School District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Washoe County School District is committed to providing all applicants and employees equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, military status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Here at Washoe County School District, we are a diverse group of people who honor the differences that drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our students and employees. We believe that through a culture of inclusivity, we have the power to reflect on the community we serve.

Internal Job Number 2026/27

Salary

Step 1: $28.32

Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year. New employees hired by Washoe County School District are normally placed on the entry step of the grade of the position. View the salary schedules here.

Prior law enforcement experience may be considered when determining step placement upon hire.

Additional Job Information

Benefit packages are available for all employees, eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work 27.5 hours per week or more receive full benefits of the District which include but are not limited to;

No waiting period on Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Employees may select an insurance plan wherein WCSD contributes 100% of insurance premiums.
Sick Leave, Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
- Contribution options will be explained in detail during the New Employee Orientation.
Salary Increases
Longevity Bonuses
Guidance Resources
And More - Visit our Benefits page for more information.

Temporary employees working less than 6 months do not receive benefits.

New employees will be fingerprinted upon hire and every five years thereafter and will have $58.50 deducted from their first paycheck to help defray the cost of fingerprinting. Non-licensed employees will have $58.50 deduction when their fingerprints are completed every five years. Fingerprint fees are subject to change.

The job offer is conditional until a report is returned from the FBI and Nevada Department of Public Safety that meets the standards of WCSD for employment purposes

Any applicant who would like to request a reasonable accommodation in any step of the selection process should contact Human Resources at (775) 348-0321

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