TITLE: VWSD Campus Police Chief

REPORT TO: Associate Superintendent

JOB GOAL

To function as a competent Law-Enforcement Officer and provide leadership and expertise to the security team and administrative staff regarding Security-related matters

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

District SRO/Security Staff

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversees the duties of the School Resource Officers
• Ensure the implementation of overall building security strategies on a daily basis
• Review reports, documentation, and evidence compiled by School Resource Officers, before submission to the administrative staff
• Conduct regular staff meetings with School Security Officers and School Resource Officers assigned to the school to reinforce training and discuss current issues
• Conduct informational sessions for faculty, staff, and students on security issues and topics
• Assist the Principal with logistical issues and assignments of School Security Officers and School Resource Officers
• Assist the Principal with developing post orders for School Security Officers and School Resource Officers assignments
• Review the video surveillance system during investigations and when directed to do so
• Provide leadership and act as a mentor to School Security Staff and School Resource Officers at the assigned schools
• Attend staff meetings at the school and district level, and report back to school-based staff
• Performs other tasks as may be assigned by the Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience or training in a school security-related field. Completion of college-level courses in the area of security, Psychology, Emergency Management or Criminal Justice is preferred. Must be a certified Police Officer.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree

LANGUAGE

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with parents, community or employees of the district.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must have the ability to stand and/or walk for extend periods of time: exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, key a two-way radio microphone, operate a keyboard, and use a lock and key: hear and understand speech at normal levels, speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly: articulate information in an emergency situation: use physical agility and strength to defend self and as necessary for detainment; and have the visual acuity necessary to observe and comprehend student movement.

OTHER SKILLS

Must possess the ability to read, write, speak and understand Standard English. Must possess knowledge of, and the ability to apply, standard security procedures and best practices. Must possess the ability to acquire knowledge of School Board policies and procedures and Student Rights and Responsibilities. Must have proficiency using Microsoft Office Programs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will continuously work inside and outside depending on the circumstances. Occasionally the employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints and interact with public and other workers. The employee is frequently required to work irregular and extended work hours while performing the duties of this job. The employee has direct responsibility for the safety, well-being and work output of others. The noise level is usually moderate.

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Employee acknowledges that he/she is required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct in compliance with the Mississippi Code of Ethics. Breach of said professional conduct includes but is not limited to: neglect of duty, dishonesty, engagement in acts that are contrary to VWSD policy, unlawful activities, or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school district.

CLASSIFICATION UNDER FLSA

Exempt

FUNDING SOURCE

General Fund

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

240 days