District Safety Officer at Wasco Union High School District
About the Employer
Welcome to the Wasco Union High School District! Your interest in the WUHSD is greatly appreciated. We are proud to be a district with talented staff, excellent growth opportunities, an outstanding support system, amazing students, and an invigorating mission. The Wasco Union High School District's mission is to ensure a learning community dedicated to students learning, maintaining a culture of collaboration, and focusing on our students graduating with the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values essential to becoming responsible and productive members of a diverse democratic society. Wasco Union High School District serves others by supporting our employees, being responsive to the needs of our students, and modeling integrity and respect alike. We enhance our role by partnering with our community, county, and other educational institutions to provide outreach, support, and specialized services with entities such as The City of Wasco, Kern County Superintendent of Schools, Bakersfield College, The Wonderful College Prep Academy, and many others. We strive to improve the lives of students, their families, and our educational community through our service, leadership, and advocacy. We are seeking talented individuals who support our vision of “Empowering All Students through Educational Excellence”.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Wasco Union High School District is seeking qualified applicants for the position of District Safety Officer (DSO). The District Safety Officer (DSO), under the supervision of the Superintendent, will function as the District’s Chief of Security (Ed. Code 38000). As the District’s Chief of Security, the DSO will provide leadership and coordination in the development, implementation and evaluation of a variety of services related to the safety and security of students, employees, and property within the district. This position is responsible for the coordination of campus security, public safety, and emergency plans; management of assigned programs and services; ensuring District compliance with all applicable local, state and federal policies and laws; and performing related work as assigned.The position is full time, eight hours per day, twelve months per year, and five days per week. Overtime hours may be required in the course of the job duties. Exceptional Benefits Package: Full Health, dental, vision, prescription and life insurance are provided by the District with no employee contribution for individual and family. The salary range is $65,802.00-$89,301.00 annually.
Requirements / Qualifications
Desired experience, knowledge and attributes: • Graduation from high school (or equivalent) with additional training in law enforcement or related field and four (4) years of full time experience in campus policing (Ex: School Resource Officer) or 10 years experience in Law Enforcement including at least one (1) year in a supervisory capacity. • Successful completion of Peace Officers Standard Training (POST) training and certification which has been approved by the Department of Consumer Affairs Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) and the Commission on Peace Officers Standards and training (POST). • Successful completion of PC 832 training and certification which has been approved by the Department of Consumer Affairs Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) and the Commission on Peace Officers Standards and training (POST), including experience and instruction in firearms, chemical agents, defensive tactics, and arrest / control techniques. • Successful completion of School Security (SB 1626) training and certification (within 3 months of employment) which has been approved by the Department of Consumer Affairs Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) and the Commission on Peace Officers Standards and training (POST). • DOJ/ FBI Background Clearance • CPR and First Aid Certification • Valid California Class C Driver's License
Required Qualifications: • Associate’s degree (or higher) in Criminal Justice, Police Science or in a related field • Retired Law Enforcement Officer (Police Officer, Sherriff Deputy, Probation Officer, etc…) • Experience working in a school environment and interacting with students, staff, and community • Experience with Microsoft Office • Bilingual
- DMV Printout (K4 DMV Driving History Record (Current))
- Letter of Introduction (AKA Letter of Interest)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three CURRENT Letters Required )
- Proof of HS Graduation
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Desired experience, knowledge and attributes: • Graduation from high school (or equivalent) with additional training in law enforcement or related field and four (4) years of full time experience in campus policing (Ex: School Resource Officer) or 10 years experience in Law Enforcement including at least one (1) year in a supervisory capacity. • Successful completion of Peace Officers Standard Training (POST) training and certification which has been approved by the Department of Consumer Affairs Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) and the Commission on Peace Officers Standards and training (POST). • Successful completion of PC 832 training and certification which has been approved by the Department of Consumer Affairs Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) and the Commission on Peace Officers Standards and training (POST), including experience and instruction in firearms, chemical agents, defensive tactics, and arrest / control techniques. • Successful completion of School Security (SB 1626) training and certification (within 3 months of employment) which has been approved by the Department of Consumer Affairs Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) and the Commission on Peace Officers Standards and training (POST). • DOJ/ FBI Background Clearance • CPR and First Aid Certification • Valid California Class C Driver's License
Required Qualifications: • Associate’s degree (or higher) in Criminal Justice, Police Science or in a related field • Retired Law Enforcement Officer (Police Officer, Sherriff Deputy, Probation Officer, etc…) • Experience working in a school environment and interacting with students, staff, and community • Experience with Microsoft Office • Bilingual
- DMV Printout (K4 DMV Driving History Record (Current))
- Letter of Introduction (AKA Letter of Interest)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three CURRENT Letters Required )
- Proof of HS Graduation
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
Interested applicants may apply on EdJoin, download an application from the district’s website at www.wascohsd.org or pick up an application at the Wasco Union High School District Office. Completed application packets may be emailed to Gracie Saldaña at grsaldana@wascohsd.org.
Comments and Other Information
Interested applicants may apply on EdJoin, download an application from the district’s website at www.wascohsd.org or pick up an application at the Wasco Union High School District Office. Completed application packets may be emailed to Gracie Saldaña at grsaldana@wascohsd.org.
Application Deadline
4/22/2022 2:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/8/2022
Contact
Gracie Saldana
(661) 758-8447
(661) 758-8447
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$65,802.00-$89,301.00 annually.
Length of Work Year
2021-2022
Employment Type
Full Time