Student Safety Officer

Location: Summerstown

JOB POSTING STUDENT SAFETY OFFICER  AMBE Schools
Indefinite Position
Salary:  PB2 $ 50,315.20 - $74,484.80
The Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education (AMBE) was created in 1985 by the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne (MCA). AMBE is responsible for providing educational and Child Care services to the Akwesasne Mohawk Community, including 3 Child Care Centers and 3 Schools that offer K4 to Grade 8 education; coordination of secondary education service in partnership with local school boards; adult education services;

and post‑secondary assistance. The Akwesasne Mohawk Community includes about 13,000 Peoples, and borders on the Canadian Provinces of Ontario and Quebec and the American State of New York.
Position Summary  Under the direction and supervision of the School Principal, the Student Safety Officer will be responsible for maintaining watch over students, school buildings, and property. The incumbent will be responsible for safeguarding students, property, equipment and supplies as assigned. The Student Safety Officer provides support for all issues in schools that involve serious behavior or threats, etc. If necessary, they will provide support in intervention situations.

They are the first responders to any emergencies that occur inside schools, and act as liaison between the police department and schools.
Qualifications   Post Secondary Diploma with a minimum of two years work experience in education, public safety, counseling, or related field;
Experience in providing student support services, including motivating and de‑escalating situations.
Key Competencies  The successful candidate will demonstrate the AMBE key values of: integrity, equity and accountability with a focus on:
Teamwork:  Working collaboratively and productively with others to achieve results;
Service Oriented:  Meeting or exceeding student and school needs;
Communication:  Clearly conveying and receiving messages;
Results Orientation:  Knowing what results are important, focusing resources to achieve them;
Planning:  Setting clear outcomes and indicators of success;
Cultural Awareness:  Understanding of, and sensitivity to, the distinct Akwesasne Mohawk community, culture and language
Application Instructions  All interested individuals must submit a letter of interest, resume and copies of certificates/diplomas no later than 2:00 pm on July 20, 2026 to:
Margaret Jacobs, HR Generalist/Benefits Administrator
Ahkwesahsne Mohawk Board of Education
169 International Rd Akwesasne, ON K6H 0G5 or email:
Applicants must clearly outline that they meet the qualification requirements on their resume.
Additional Requirements   A criminal records check is MANDATORY
Native Preference in hiring
Applicants MUST have a Canadian Social Insurance Number
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED
All AMBE employees are required to be eligible to work in Canada, and have a valid passport to facilitate daily border crossing.

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