Safety Officer

Purpose

The Safety Officer will monitor activities, promote and maintain a safe orderly school environment for students, staff, and visitors in and around school grounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or its equivalent (GED)
• Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (O.P.O.T.A.) certification
• If you have the Armed Certification, you must also have the academic portion of the academy
• Must successfully pass the FBI & BCI check
• Minimum of 3 years of previous work experience in a school environment or in a position involving safety and security procedures
• Excellent work record with a good attendance history
• Available to work a flexible schedule and willing to work overtime (i.e. alternate shifts, evenings, weekends/holidays, etc.)
• Must possess maturity, patience, sensitivity, and understanding of basic learning and social needs of students
• Ability to make sound judgments, resolve conflicts, work effectively, and positively interact with students, staff, and visitors
• Good physical and mental health, along with the ability to stand and patrol areas for extended periods of time
• Neat in appearance

Responsibilities

• Enforce and comply with all East Cleveland City School District policies and procedures
• Extend courtesy and offer assistance to parents, visitors, school personnel, and others
• Ensure the safety of students and serve as a role model by acting as a responsible, intelligent citizen
• Maintain the confidentiality of privileged information and respect personal privacy
• Uphold the Student Code of Conduct and maintain high expectations for student behavior and performance
• Intervene and stop physical altercations and exercise sound judgment when physical restraint is required
• Monitor and direct student movement and activity in and around the school building and grounds
• Secure assigned area at all times unless instructed otherwise
• Conduct screening and metal detection of students, parents, and visitors
• Check ID badges and hall passes, maintain clear hallways/stairways, and do not permit students to loiter
• Project a positive image through professional appearance, attitude, and conversation
• Ensure that clear routes are maintained to emergency exits and assist with building evacuations during emergencies
• Monitor building surveillance systems to ensure that the student's behavior promotes a proper school climate and learning environment
• Monitor and report that building equipment is operating properly and report problems (e.g. unusual odors, noises, leaks, power failures, etc.) to the Building Administrator/Director of Security
• Prepare written reports and/or referrals as needed and perform all assigned duties in a complete, accurate, and timely manner
• Assist in protecting District property, and supervision of high priority, common areas such as cafeterias, halls, restrooms, and study halls
• Contribute to the accomplishment of School District/Department goals
• Perform other duties/tasks as assigned by the Director of Security or School District Administrator
• To serve at the will of the District whereby either party has the right to terminate employment
• Possess the physical and mental attributes required to perform all essential functions

Pay & Schedule

• Salary: 195 Days a School Year
• Per OAPSE Negotiated Agreement
• 2026-2027 School Year
• Required Probationary Period: 105 Days
• Employee will serve at the will of the District