School Police Officer

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Patrols area of school District in uniform and marked police vehicle to detect and prevent fire, theft, vandalism and illegal entries
• Respond to silent alarms and other calls for service
• Performs crowd and traffic control, on APS property only, at school events and activities
• Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations of school-related criminal acts
• Arrests suspects following established procedures and testifies in court proceedings
• Investigates suspicious persons, activities and conditions related to the public
• Performs plain-clothes assignments as requested by an immediate supervisor
• Counsels students in matters of good citizenship and compliance with school rules and proper behavior
• Provides general assistance and support to school administration and staff
• Reports unusual or dangerous conditions or situations to appropriate personnel

• Effective communication skills both verbal and written.
• Flexibility, organization, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person and on the telephone.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work on multiple projects.
• Knowledge of district policies on immunization, medication, first aid, emergencies and child abuse/neglect.
• Ability to make decisions, enforce APS Policy, state statues, and ordinances.
• Effecting arrests and detaining and using appropriate physical control, if necessary.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE &

SKILLS:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must Have Current New Mexico Law Enforcement Certification.
• Valid New Mexico driver’s license with insurable driving record.
• Knowledge of State Statute and local Ordinances