Police Officer

Fontana, CA
Fontana Unified School District

Position Summary:

Under general supervision, the School Resource Officer is assigned to one or more school sites to protect life and property; responds to alarms and calls for assistance; performs a variety of investigative and protective duties to provide security services in assigned areas of the District; performs related duties as required.

Essential Functions:

  • Is assigned to one or more sites for extended periods of time to assist school administrators in maintaining school regulations.
  • Patrols buildings and grounds on foot or in a radio equipped vehicle to provide protection against vandalism, burglary, arson, trespassing and theft.
  • Maintains radio communication with District security personnel and responds to dispatch calls for assistance promptly and professionally.
  • Conducts investigations of crimes against property and persons or criminal acts occurring on District property, including bus transportation and makes arrests as required by law.
  • Makes recommendations regarding security matters.
  • Prepares written reports to be submitted to prosecuting agencies and/or school administrators for possible suspension or expulsion.
  • Identifies type of crime and collects, preserves and impounds evidence.
  • Attends court hearings or trials as required.
  • Serves warrants and civil papers and makes arrests as required by law.
  • Prepares cases to obtain restitution for damage to or theft of District property.
  • Diffuses rumors of aggressive behavior on a daily basis.
  • Counsels students and advises parents.
  • Identifies confrontations on campus and gives classroom talks regarding youth and the law.
  • Establishes, maintains and/or supports standards of personal conduct and discipline in accordance with the current discipline policy approved by the Board of Education.
  • Assists and cooperates with administrators, school staff and other law enforcement agencies.
  • Follows all procedures consistent with district established policies, school police directives and school site administrative procedures.
  • Participates in programs related to law enforcement and safety education.
  • May assist in the preparation of school site emergency procedure plan.

Requirements:

  • California Basic P.O.S.T. (Police Officer Standards and Training) Certificate OR successful completion of a basic POST approved academy within the last three (3) years.
  • Meet legal requirements for possession of a concealable firearm
  • High school diploma or the equivalent.
  • Valid CPR and First Aid certificate
  • Valid California driver’s license.
  • Prior experience working with juveniles desirable.