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Montebello Unified School District

Chief of Police

Montebello Unified School District, Montebello, California, United States, 90640


Position Information:This is an

Open Competitive

recruitment to establish an eligibility list for one current vacancy.FLSA:

Exempt positionGENERAL PURPOSE

General non-law enforcement direction is received from the Superintendent. This cabinet-level classification will plan, organize, direct and administer a District-wide police, public safety program and parking services, compatible with the needs of the campus community and District objectives and goals; provide leadership for and ensure that Campus Police policies, procedures, practices, services, and programs are appropriate and responsive to a well-established school campus community; responsible for the District Emergency Disaster Preparedness Program; oversee all civilian campus security staff; and all security related departments, key control, alarms; serve as liaison between the District and local law enforcement agencies in police matters involving the campus community; make criminal arrests and conduct criminal investigations; serve as an arm of the criminal justice system; supervise, train and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Chief of Police oversees the daily activities of patrol officers and supervisors assigned to the school district police department, Campus Security Officers, and Yard Supervision Aides to ensure that essential police functions are carried out through the proper deployment of personnel.The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.Leads, plans, organizes, supervises, manages, commands and evaluates all areas of Campus Police for effectiveness and efficiency, including the implementation and enforcement of the directives, procedures, and activities of the Campus Police Department.Plans, organizes, directs and administers a District-wide police, public safety program and parking services, compatible with the needs of the campus community and District objectives and goals.Anticipates, prevents, and resolves problems and conflicts under area of supervision.Serves as liaison between the District and local law enforcement agencies, the FBI, and District Attorney's office in police matters involving the campus community; make criminal arrests and conducts criminal investigations.Develops and recommends policies and procedures to facilitate District police and public safety program objectives in accordance with federal and state requirements; maintains current knowledge of federal, state and local laws and requirements, applicable theory, legislation, court decisions and trends for school police department and related functions; develops and implements a variety of District-wide public safety programs.Selects, trains, supervises, assigns and evaluates the performance of police and public safety personnel; provides technical direction and guidance.Plans, implements and administers an on-going program of continuous campus-wide surveillance assuring the protection of lives and property; advise students regarding restraining orders and implement procedures necessary for enforcing restraining orders.Informs District administration of security and safety problems as they arise and propose solutions as required; advise appropriate administrator of student discipline matters and prepare necessary reports; interviews and informs involved students of discipline matters.Develops, monitors accounts for, and maintains Campus Police-related revenue sources; prepares and monitors security program budget; prepares and maintains appropriate fiscal and operating records; prepares a variety of other records and reports as required to assure the accountability of District police services.Plans, organizes, directs and administers a district wide plan to provide parking accommodations for faculty, staff, students, visitors, and guests of the district; enforces traffic laws and issue citations.Serves as a member of various committees and other groups as needed to facilitate and promote District security services.Assists health personnel with public health problems and services and coordinate District security services; delivers/serves confidential district documents as required.Plans, organizes, directs and administers the District Emergency Disaster Preparedness Program, in cooperation with assigned departments.Advises school administrators on police, security, and protective measures and conducts in-service learning programs for school sites and district departments.Establishes and maintains a community partnership with local law enforcement agencies and first responders.Responsible for the overall development, implementation, and monitoring of district and school site comprehensive school safety plans.Directs and coordinates district safety drills.Performs related duties as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

District-wide police, public safety programs and parking services goals and objectives.Policies and procedures to facilitate District police and public safety objectives.Methods, practices and procedures necessary to prepare, monitor and maintain police and public safety program budget and appropriate fiscal records and reports.Law enforcement legal mandates and practices such as P.O.S.T. standards (Peace Officer Standards and Training)Laws relating to youth, juveniles, and laws pertaining to school, and mandated crime reporting.Penal and Civil law.Proper techniques for evidence gathering, handling, documentation and preservation.Techniques used for conducting a criminal investigation.District organization, operations, policies and objectives.Principles and practices of administration, supervision and training.Record keeping techniques.Oral and written communication skills.Personal computer software operations and data entry techniques.Current legislation and regulations appropriate to general law enforcement and a campus/school police department.Ability to:

Plan, develop, assess, improve, organize, direct and administer District-wide police and public safety program assuring protection of lives and property.Serve as liaison between District local law enforcement agencies, the FBI and District Attorney's office in police matters involving the campus community.Train, supervise, and evaluate assigned staff and police and public safety personnel.Make criminal arrests and conduct criminal investigations.Plan, organize, direct and administer district wide plan to provide parking accommodations for faculty, staff, students and visitors.Plan, organize, direct and administer district wide emergency disaster preparedness program.Cope with law violation situations and suspects.Gather, handle, document and preserve evidence.Prepare, monitor and maintain security program budget.Prepare a variety of reports and records required to assure accountability of District security needs.Communicate effectively with others both verbally and in writing.Exercise initiative and independent judgment.Work variable hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.Operate a personal computer to enter data, maintain records and generate reports.Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions.Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.Read, interpret, understand, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.Observe health and safety regulations.Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others, including those from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds.Education, Training, and Experience:

Option 1:

Master's Degree from an accredited university or college, preferably with major coursework in Police Science, Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Business Administration or closely related field.Four (4) years of experience as a peace officer, including three (3) years experience at the level of Lieutenant or higher rank.

Option 2:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college, preferably with major coursework in Police Science, Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Business Administration or closely related field.Six (6) years of experience as a peace officer, including three (3) years experience at the level of Lieutenant or higher rank.

Previous work experience in a California public school district is highly desirable.Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:

Completion of School Peace Officer Course 832.3 within one year from date employment commences.A valid First Aid and CPR certificate issued by a provider whose course complies with the standards adopted by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross, pursuant to California Civil Code 1714.2(a).Possession of either a California P.O.S.T. supervisory or management certificate and the ability to obtain a P.O.S.T. executive certificate within two years from date employment commences. Meet all POST Commission Regulations 1950-1955, Peace Officer Selection Requirements.A valid California driver's license and use of an automobile.Proof of insurability.Successfully meet medical and physical guidelines of the School Police Department.Must pass the requirements of Government Code Sections 1029 (disqualification) and 1031.Successful completion of the FBI National Academy is highly desirable.Working Conditions:

Office, indoor, and outdoor environment.Driving from site to site to conduct work.Adverse weather conditions.PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

Persons in this classification will be subject to the following physical and mental demands:Good visual field and depth, color, and hue perception. Agility and strength to make apprehensions and to protect self from attack.Heavy lifting (over 50 pounds)Standing and walking for extended periods of timeClimbing, crawling, kneeling, reaching, pulling, pushing and carryingBending at the waistManual dexterity to operate computer keyboard, and other equipmentPersons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the hiring department to accommodate the limitation.Hazards:

Works as a first respondent to all emergency events on campus; including fire, unruly individuals, earthquake damaged areas, etc.Work Hours:

The current hours of this position are subject to change based on student or departmental needs. On call 24 hours a day. The District will provide an emergency vehicle to have at all times, providing the ability to respond to any emergency.Department:

Police ServicesExamination Information:

After the evaluation of minimum qualifications, examination parts for this recruitment may include, but are not limited to the following: scored supplemental questionnaire, written exam, performance exam, oral appraisal interview, physical ability test, oral presentation, project assignment, etc.Applicants must submit a full application. This includes proof of education, first aid and CPR certificates, California P.O.S.T supervisory or management certificate, a valid California driver's license and proof of auto insurance.

Failure to submit a complete application will result in disqualification from this recruitment.The Personnel Commission reserves the right to change, alter, cancel, add or modify examination parts, as well as weights and dates.

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