Job Title: Campus Patrol Officer
Location: Saginaw Public Schools
Position Type: Support Staff
Date Available: 2025–26 School Year
Closing Date: Until Filled
General Summary:
Saginaw Public Schools Campus Patrol Officers are responsible for being a visible deterrent by providing a safe and secure learning environment for students and a safe and secure working environment for staff.
District-Wide Performance Standards:
The School District of the City of Saginaw, in partnership with parents, students, businesses, and the community, is committed to ensuring the highest level of academic achievement and career planning for all students, the highest-performing organizational structure at all levels, and a safe and effective learning environment for all students.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Knowledge of school policies
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Awareness of potential fire hazards, unsafe conditions, and other security risks
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Skilled in investigation techniques and incident reporting
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Proficient in one-on-one and small group presentation techniques
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Skilled in de-escalation and physical take-down techniques
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Ability to read and comprehend instructions, reports, and correspondence
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Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural, urban setting and build rapport with students, staff, parents, and the community
Physical Demands:
This position requires frequent standing and walking. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Assist building administration with investigations of violations within school jurisdiction
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Enforce school rules and laws, help manage crowds, and support student discipline
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Prepare written reports on security incidents as requested
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Cooperate with law enforcement, fire, or government agencies
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Serve as liaison with probation and court officers connected to student cases
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Maintain flexible hours to support after-school, evening, and weekend events
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Patrol buildings, grounds, and parking lots
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Regulate vehicle and pedestrian traffic at school entrances
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Monitor for and report fire hazards, unsafe conditions, and suspicious activity
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Prevent theft of district property
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Address and refer unacceptable student behavior to administration
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Monitor and investigate questionable student activity and campus access
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Maintain regular and predictable attendance
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Perform other duties as assigned
Education and/or Experience:
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High school diploma or equivalent
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Post-secondary education or experience in security, criminal justice, or law enforcement required
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Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement preferred
Special Requirements:
Must attend all mandatory training sessions as directed by building administrators or the Director of Human Resources & Labor Relations.
Working Conditions:
The employee must regularly move throughout buildings and grounds, often interacting with students and responding to inappropriate behavior. This position includes both indoor and outdoor patrol in all weather conditions. Physical engagement with students may be required to maintain safety.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Fiscal Responsibilities:
None
Curricula Responsibilities:
None
Method of Evaluation:
Performance will be evaluated according to Board policy.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Saginaw Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender/sex, age, disability, height, weight, marital status, or lack of English language speaking skills, in its programs.
