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Beaverton School District
Beaverton School District

Beaverton Schools

Public Safety Assistant I

Public Safety Department

Purpose:

Provides administrative assistance to the Public Safety Office to ensure the safety of Beaverton School District students, staff and schools. The incumbent provides coordination and communication for the Public Safety Office, Student Threat Assessment Team and Emergency Incident Responses. Assist District administrators, building secretaries, and others to meet their responsibilities in maintaining safe and secure school environments. The incumbent supports the planning and implementation of Department programs.

Reports to:

Director of Public Safety

Nature & Scope:

The position reports to the Director of Public Safety and works in close collaboration with the Public Safety Assistant II, Emergency Coordinator, all District departments, as well as emergency coordinators from other jurisdictions including Washington County and the City of Beaverton. The incumbent interfaces daily with colleagues, school administrative staff and school employees. The position requires a high level of professional decorum and calm. The incumbent does not have supervisory responsibilities. The nature of the work requires adherence to standard procedures, policies and regulations. Independent judgment and decision making is required in matters not having established procedures. As a member of the Public Safety Department, the Public Safety Assistant I engages with highly sensitive information and must maintain absolute integrity of systems and confidentiality of classified data and information.

Essential Job Functions:

  1. Conducts oneself in the best interest of students, in accordance with the highest traditions of public education and in support of the District’s mission.
  2. Provides general clerical support to the Director of Public Safety and Emergency Coordinator.
  3. Answers the department phone and responds using courtesy, tact and sound judgement.
  4. Monitors and responds to calls on the emergency radio for assistance in both emergency and non-­‐emergency situations.
  5. Completes background checks using Law Enforcement Data Systems (LEDS) on District volunteers and new hires. Answers questions regarding the background check system.
  6. Takes district ID badge photos; prints, programs and distributes badges.
  7. Prepare staff fingerprint cards and forms for submission and processing. Notarizes fingerprint forms. Ensure staff completes the process.
  8. Reads daily alarm logs from monitoring station. Determines cause of alarm problems. Dispatches alarm maintenance company for service.
  9. Grants intrusion alarm access to district staff and maintains accurate records.
  10. Maintains the confidential juvenile offender list.
  11. Possesses basic knowledge of the District access control system and makes minor adjustments to the programming.
  12. Maintains the department website. Assists in maintaining Emergency Procedures Manual. Posts emergency messages on website.
  13. Works with Emergency Coordinator on trainings for emergency response and parent reunification. Assists in disaster and emergency recovery efforts.
  14. Maintains and renews city and county alarm permits for all District facilities.
  15. Understands and explains District and department policies and procedures.
  16. Schedules and coordinates Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) for Campus Supervisor certification.
  17. Provides administrative and technical support to the Student Threat Assessment Team.
  18. Monitors District crossing guard testing and training.
  19. Works with minimal supervision, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
  20. Provides back-­‐up to Public Safety Assistant II.
  21. Maintains effective working relationships with other members of the department as well as other school personnel and community members, including those from diverse cultures or backgrounds or those who speak limited or no English.
  22. Complies with all procedures outlined in the Code of Professional Conduct and Annual Notices for Education Practitioners, Teachers, Support Staff, Administrators, Substitutes Handbook and all other Beaverton School District Policies and Procedures
The statements contained above reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job but should not be considered  an all-­‐inclusive  listing  of  work  requirements.  Individuals  may at  times perform  other  duties  as  assigned  which  could include work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.
 

Required Qualifications:

1. Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and ability to perform the job is appropriate. A representative way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

  • Associate degree or equivalent education and/or experience.
  • Post-­‐secondary course work in office management, business administration or the specific program area desirable.
  • Two years progressively responsible administrative or technical support experience, preferably including one year in a related program area. Public Safety experience preferred.

2. Must be able to hear and communicate in person or over the telephone.
3. Must possess uncorrected or corrected visual acuity of 20/40 in both eyes with the ability to differentiate colors.
4. Must demonstrate ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
5. Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
6. Must be able to read, understand, and follow multi-­‐step written and verbal instructions in English.
7. Must possess computer skills using basic functions of e-­‐mail, word processing and spreadsheet software.

Additional Requirements Specific to this Position:

  1. Must be able to pass criminal background check, as well as additional Law Enforcement criminal background check.
  2. Must possess a valid Oregon or Washington driver's license.
  3. Must have ability to be Law Enforcement Data System certified (LEDS) within 30 days.
  4. Must have ability to obtain Notary certification by State of Oregon.
  5. Position may require additional licenses or certifications.
  6. Occasionally requires staying after normal work hours to deal with emergency situations.

Working Conditions:

The work environment is often quiet, but the work environment will also frequently include moderate to loud noise. Work is performed in a standard office setting; requires regular focus on a computer screen. The incumbent will need hand and finger dexterity to work in a typical office setting, using a computer and standard office equipment. May be required to sit, keyboard, write, hear and speak for extended periods. Work activities may include bending, stooping, and kneeling; may be required to lift up to 20 pounds. Incumbent occasionally deals with distraught or difficult individuals. The work environment includes exposure to fumes, cleaning solvents and vibration with some equipment. Other potential exposures and hazards include but are not limited to: Chemicals, toxins, dirt, and communicable diseases.

Work Year: 260 Days
Bargaining Unit: OSEA
FLSA Status: Non-­‐Exempt
Date Approved: March 1, 2017
Date Revised: March 1, 2017

The Beaverton School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of the Beaverton School District that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, age, veteran’s status, genetic information or disability in any educational programs, activities or employment.