Public Works Operations Manager

Basic Functions and Qualifications Under general supervision, provide for the safety of students, visitors, staff and personal property on an assigned school campus; enforce District rules and regulations related to the use of facilities, buildings and grounds; enforce traffic regulations and control parking; patrol buildings, grounds and other properties of the assigned campus. Representative Duties, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics Provide for the safety of students, visitors and personnel; patrol buildings, grounds and other properties of the school campus and off‑campus sites. Issue parking citations, detention slips and readmits according to established procedures; direct traffic on the campus or at special events; prepare written reports on vehicle accidents. Investigate crimes and other incidents occurring on campus; write crime or incident reports as required; interview students and witnesses; testify in court as assigned. Patrol school campus properties as assigned to maintain order and prevent crime; check and secure doors, rooms and buildings and safeguard equipment; inspect for vandalism, illegal entry, theft and fire; report hazardous or unusual conditions or malfunctions; inform and confer with site administrator regarding student behavior. Receive complaints and requests for assistance from students, visitors or staff; assist with escorts and other emergency situations as necessary. Assist the site administrator to conduct searches according to established District procedures; contact sheriff and police personnel and fire authorities and assist police investigators as necessary. Control crowds at special events or other assemblies, including testing sessions, dances, drama, music and athletic events and other ceremonies. Attend and participate in staff and in‑service training programs as required. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and others; provide information and direction to the public as appropriate. Assign and maintain records of student locker issuance. Monitor students during campus detention periods. Operate and maintain a variety of equipment, including dispatching and other related equipment; drive a vehicle to conduct work. Prepare and maintain daily activity logs and reports. Conduct home visits as assigned. Perform related duties as assigned. Education and Experience Two years experience working with youth in an organized setting. Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of applicable federal, state, city, county and District laws, rules and regulations. Investigation techniques and procedures. Basic law enforcement and security methods and procedures. Crowd control and vehicle control procedures. Record‑keeping techniques. District organization, operations, policies and objectives. Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. Technical aspects of the field of specialty. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Required Abilities Interpret and enforce pertinent laws, rules and regulations with tact, firmness and diplomacy. Maintain rapport with students, staff, representatives of local law enforcement. Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action. Organize and write clear and concise reports. Interview witnesses, complainants and suspects. Conduct investigations. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Work independently with little direction. Establish and maintain effective working and cooperative relationships with others. Meet schedules and timelines. Maintain records and prepare reports. Work confidentially with discretion. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Be flexible. Licenses and Other Requirements Valid California driver’s license; valid First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate; successful completion of P.O.S.T. training. Benefits Permanent employees receive paid holidays, sick leave, vacation and longevity benefits per bargaining unit contract or Personnel Commission Merit Rules. The District offers a comprehensive package of insurance benefits to full‑time employees and their families, including major medical and dental. Employees belong to the Public Employees’ Retirement System to which the District makes contributions approximately equal to those deducted from the employee’s pay. Equal Employment Opportunity The Santa Monica‑Malibu Unified School District does not discriminate based on actual or perceived sex, age, ancestry, color, ethnic group identification, gender, mental and/or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, and a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (Revised April 2008) #J-18808-Ljbffr