What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute - Property Monitor position at San José Unified School District?
The impact you will have: San José Unified manages more than 41 properties and 3.3 million square feet to support the education of our 25,000 students. As a Substitute Property Monitor, you will help ensure our campuses remain safe, secure, and welcoming by providing essential coverage when regular staff are unavailable. Your vigilance, professionalism, and ability to respond to changing needs will support the daily operation, security, and appropriate use of district facilities, helping create an environment where students can learn, staff can teach, and our community can thrive.
Who you are: You are a dependable and observant professional who is committed to maintaining safe, secure, and welcoming school environments. You remain calm under pressure, communicate effectively with students, staff, and visitors, and take pride in responding quickly and professionally to support the daily operations and security of San José Unified campuses.
As a Substitute Property Monitor, you will be assisting with the leading and managing of property oversight and be responsible for (but not limited to):
- Monitoring the use of district properties, ensuring spaces are used appropriately, safely, and in accordance with district policies.
- Ensuring the security of buildings, grounds, and facilities, including locking/unlocking buildings and responding to safety concerns.
- Inspecting facilities, grounds, and equipment to identify maintenance, safety, or security issues and reporting them promptly.
- Coordinating with custodial, maintenance, and site staff to support daily operations and resolve property-related concerns.
- Assisting with event support, including verifying permits, monitoring site use, and helping ensure smooth setup and cleanup.
- Documenting incidents, property issues, and site usage, maintaining accurate records and reports.
- Responding to inquiries from staff, families, and community members in a professional and customer-service–oriented manner.
- Ensuring compliance with safety procedures, district regulations, and emergency protocols across all assigned properties.
- Supporting the enforcement of district rules, addressing misuse of facilities, and escalating concerns as needed.
- Representing the district with professionalism, maintaining a visible and helpful presence at school sites and district properties.
What you need for this position:
- Completion of 12th grade or equivalent
- Resume and Letter of Introduction outlining desire and qualifications for this position
SB 848 Child Safety & Employment Disclosure Requirement
Effective January 1, 2026, in accordance with California Senate Bill 848 (School Employee Misconduct/Child Abuse Prevention Act), applicants for employment with San José Unified are subject to enhanced child safety, training, and employment disclosure requirements.
Under SB 848, schools are required to strengthen background vetting procedures and obtain employment history information related to allegations of egregious misconduct involving students. Former employers may be contacted to release records regarding substantiated findings of misconduct as permitted by law. Failure to provide complete and accurate information regarding prior educational employment or relevant misconduct findings may result in disqualification from the hiring process or withdrawal of an offer of employment.
SB 848 also expands mandated reporter requirements and requires annual child abuse prevention training for employees and certain volunteers by July 1, 2026. All employees must comply with district-adopted child safety policies, including procedures for supervising and protecting students.
San José Unified is committed to maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and will review all disclosures and employment records in accordance with state law.
When will you hear back from us: Within a short period of applying, we will inform you if you will be moving forward in our hiring process and share next steps. If there is a delayed response, feel free to reach out to subsupport@sjusd.org.