What are the responsibilities and job description for the OFFICER, PATROL position at CS - Patrol Operations?
** Applications will be received until December 5, 2025 . If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org . **
About this job:
An armed and uniformed security patrol officer position with a basic function of providing a secure environment for the students, staff and visitors of all District schools and facilities and to protect all District property.
What DPS Offers You:
- A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
- Salary Range . $32.311 - $34.409 Hourly Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
- In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off , health and wellness benefits , and PERA Retirement .
What You'll Do:
- Conducts security patrols of all District schools and facilities as assigned; provides stationary security post duties as assigned
- Responds to all calls directed to them by either the communications dispatchers or supervisory and management personnel of the Security Department; conducts investigations of security matters
- Enforces all School District rules and regulations as well as local, state, and federal laws and ordinances on District properties and ensures that security supervisory and management personnel are notified in a proper and timely manner of breaches of security occurring on District properties or of information received that may create a security risk for District properties
- Challenges trespassers, loiterers, errant vehicle operators, and all others who create a safety and security risk to students and staff and threaten the overall security and integrity of the physical assets and property of the District
- Apprehends and detains persons suspected of criminal activity on District properties within state, federal, and local regulations
- Originates and files written reports regarding activities and incidents occurring on District properties and intelligence information received pertaining to security or criminal activity on properties or within the community
- Develops close interaction and communication with all other members of the Security Department and law enforcement agencies
- Exercises proper care and maintenance of all District owned or leased equipment, including vehicles assigned to or utilized for duty
- Ensures the maintenance and good working order of District authorized firearms and maintains a high level of proficiency in the proper use of authorized weapons Conforms to all uniform, weapons, safety, and Department requirements and those required by licensing authorities of the City and County of Denver, the state of Colorado and Federal agencies
What You’ll Need:
- Minimum High School Diploma/GED
- Previous security or law enforcement experience is preferred
- Must be able to obtain and maintain all required licenses issued by the City and County of Denver and /or a Denver Police Special Police Officer authorization; Position is a three shift operation (24/7), and candidates must be available to work all three shifts throughout the school year rotation
- Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) is preferred
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Effective time management and organizational skills
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Possesses high level of knowledge of the criminal justice system and local, state, and federal laws and ordinances
- Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough criminal and internal investigations, including interviews and interrogations of victims and witnesses, recognition and collection of evidence, and accurate report writing and documentation of information received
- Ability to apply independent thinking to decision making within confines of established procedures
- Ability to work closely with all persons responsible for enforcement
- Ability to mitigate potentially volatile situations, work under stressful conditions, and work with a diverse population
- High degree of positive work and professional ethics
- Ability to become familiar with and maintain knowledge of all facility burglary intrusion and fire alarms systems
- Maintains a professional, well-groomed physical appearance
- Availability during off duty time for callback due to emergencies and unforeseen circumstances
- Familiarity with the geographic boundaries of the School District and an excellent a good working knowledge of all building locations
- Bilingual skills in Spanish preferred
- Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
- Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
- Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.
Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun
Salary : $32 - $34