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Job Description
- Monitors campus activities and events; upholds all campus and District rules and regulations.
- Monitors and assesses campus buildings and grounds to ensure that only students with valid ID’s or authorized persons are on campus and students do not leave campus grounds without authorization.
- Builds positive relationships with students and staff; supports a positive campus climate.
- Escorts disruptive students from classroom to Administration office, supervises students awaiting intervention. Deescalates physical and verbal altercations.
- Informs Dispatch/Base, Safety Assistant, Campus Safety Supervisor or Safety Assistant, Senior of campus activities.
- May be required to assist safety teams at other District sites as needed.
- Participates in mandatory District/Local in-service training programs.
- Supports the relationship between the Phoenix Union High School District and the public by demonstrating courteous and professional behavior when interacting with students, parents, visitors, and school staff; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and school information; follows Governing Board Policies; performs all other related duties as required or assigned.
- Skill in mediating and resolving conflicts.
- Skill in following and enforcing safety policies, procedures, and practices.
- Ability to diffuse physical altercations safely.
- Ability to identify safety hazards and suspicious persons on school campus.
- Skill in completing assignments with minimum supervision.
- Knowledge of pertinent laws related District policies and procedures.
- Ability to maintain necessary records.
- Skill in understanding, explaining, and applying relevant rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and procedures.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to provide excellent customer experiences, including but not limited to interacting tactfully and courteously with the public.
- Commitment to create and sustain a thriving learning and working environment for students and staff.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to use initiative within organizational policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Highly Competitive Pay
- Comprehensive Employee Benefits
- Participation in Arizona State Retirement System
- Education Loan Forgiveness (If eligible)
- Vacation and Personal Leave Plans (for eligible positions)
- Paid Winter and Spring Breaks
Position Type:
Classified Safety/SAFETY ASSISTANT
Date Posted:
2/7/2025
Location:
CAMELBACK HIGH SCHOOL
Closing Date:
02/21/2025
Equal Opportunity Employer
SAFETY ASSISTANT
GRADE 4
STARTING HOURLY RATE: $18.41 – 19.25 (PLACEMENT DEPENDS ON SIMILAR EXPERIENCE HELD AND EDUCATION)
The Phoenix Union High School District is proud to serve a diverse population of 28,000 students and 4,000 employees in Arizona’s capital city. With a portfolio of comprehensive schools, small specialty schools, support schools, micro schools, magnet programs, and extensive Career & Technical Education (CTE) offerings, PXU’s schools of opportunity welcome, love, and inspire all students to go places and do things that matter.
SUMMARY:
The Safety Assistant maintains a safe learning and working environment for all students and staff on school campuses by monitoring activities and addressing safety concerns. Protects and secures all District property at the campus level.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The above essential functions are intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines:
High School diploma or GED equivalent; AND some previous experience in security or a related field preferred; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must be at least 21 years of age.
License and Certification Requirements:
A valid Arizona State Driver’s License is required.
Must possess current Red Cross first aid certificate and CPR certificate at time of employment or obtain within first 60 days of employment and maintain on a current status.
Possess an active Arizona Department of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card or obtain one within the first 90 workdays of employment.
IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND ABILITIES
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed throughout school campuses and requires exposure to various weather conditions. May be exposed to potential physical harm, contagious illnesses, and bodily fluids. Physical ability to perform all essentials functions.
WHY WORK AT PXU
The Phoenix Union High School District is one of the state’s largest employers. Our 4,000 education professionals are committed to providing an excellent learning environment for our students while enjoying an inspiring work environment.
The Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or sexual orientation, as well as gender identity, gender expression and immigration status. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the Board does business.
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