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Lansing School District
Public Safety Officer
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What they do
A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.
$67,568 / year median in Michigan
+5% projected growth
Job Description
The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District's team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment. The Public Safety Officer will maintain the safety and security of their building by responding to emergency and non-emergency situations. The position involves maintaining confidentiality, conducting investigations, and ensuring proper communication with staff. This is a full-time role, requiring flexibility and strong decision-making skills. Qualifications
- Education & Certification Minimum high school diploma plus some college coursework Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice or related field preferred. Qualifications
- Experience MCOLES certification preferred, or ability to obtain certification. Previous law enforcement or security experience preferred. Qualifications
- Skills/Knowledge Strong communication, investigation, and report-writing skills.