District Employees ONLY District Patrol Officer (Day Shift) at Coachella Valley Unified School District
IN-HOUSE VACANCY - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered.
About the Employer
Coachella Valley Unified School District covers more than 1,200 square miles of mostly rural desert terrain, serving the communities of Coachella, Thermal, Mecca, Oasis, Indio, and the Salton Sea. The district currently operates fourteen elementary schools, three middle schools, three comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, and one adult school. Coachella Valley Unified School District has a growing reputation for innovative programs and outstanding staff. Coachella Valley Unified School District has a large Latino and English Learner population that has made tremendous improvements in student achievement in the past few years. We are proud of the accomplishments of our students, teachers, staff, parents and the community that has made that achievement possible. Our district faces some very tough challenges in educating the children of the Coachella Valley. We remain convinced that we can and will continue to improve our educational outcomes so that more of our students go on to college and become respected and respectful members of our diverse global society. Education is the ticket to the future and we are working diligently to make sure that we provide students with opportunities to excel and to prosper.
Job Summary
Job Summary
General Description of Position Goals Under general supervision from the Director of Security, patrol District sites and adjacent areas to protect students, staff, equipment and property from criminal activity; respond to security alarms and calls for assistance at District sites; report criminal activity.
Requirements / Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required: Knowledge of City, State, and county ordinances related to theft, arson, vandalism, malicious mischief and trespassing in order to evaluate incidents and take appropriate action. Child abuse identification and reporting procedures Awareness and identification of drug/alcohol abuse and gang related activities, behavior and attire. Adolescent behavior and variations, school community, community socioeconomic status and attitudes Insight counseling for troubled youths. See job description for full list of responsibilities and requirements.
Job Requirements/Qualifications 1. Education: High School Diploma or the equivalent 2. Experience: Three (3) years of experience as a security guard or law enforcement officer; preferably in a school district setting. 3. Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing: High School Diploma or equivalent PC 832 SB 390 BSIS (Bureau of Security and Investigative Services of the Department of Consumer Affairs - Education Code 38001.5) 24-hour Campus Security Office course. Bicycle Patrol Certificate as a pre-employment requirement. First Aid/CPR Certification Guard Card, OC (pepper spray) Certificate, Baton Certificate under BSIS. Valid California Driver’s License Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination and thereafter, an annual medical physical examination. Incumbents will be required to work schedules that will include evenings, weekends and graveyard shifts. Incumbents will be required to participate in the District’s random drug testing process.
- Certificate Copy (Guard Card)
- Copy of Transcript (BSIS (Bureau of Security and Investigative Services of Dept. of Consumer Affairs) 24 Hour Campus Security Officer Course)
- CPR/First Aid Certification (Obtain within thirty days of hire)
- Driver's License Copy (Copy of Motor Vehicle Driving Record required at initial appointment to position)
- Other (Bicycle Patrol Certificate as Pre-Employment requirement)
Requirements / Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required: Knowledge of City, State, and county ordinances related to theft, arson, vandalism, malicious mischief and trespassing in order to evaluate incidents and take appropriate action. Child abuse identification and reporting procedures Awareness and identification of drug/alcohol abuse and gang related activities, behavior and attire. Adolescent behavior and variations, school community, community socioeconomic status and attitudes Insight counseling for troubled youths. See job description for full list of responsibilities and requirements.
Job Requirements/Qualifications 1. Education: High School Diploma or the equivalent 2. Experience: Three (3) years of experience as a security guard or law enforcement officer; preferably in a school district setting. 3. Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing: High School Diploma or equivalent PC 832 SB 390 BSIS (Bureau of Security and Investigative Services of the Department of Consumer Affairs - Education Code 38001.5) 24-hour Campus Security Office course. Bicycle Patrol Certificate as a pre-employment requirement. First Aid/CPR Certification Guard Card, OC (pepper spray) Certificate, Baton Certificate under BSIS. Valid California Driver’s License Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination and thereafter, an annual medical physical examination. Incumbents will be required to work schedules that will include evenings, weekends and graveyard shifts. Incumbents will be required to participate in the District’s random drug testing process.
- Certificate Copy (Guard Card)
- Copy of Transcript (BSIS (Bureau of Security and Investigative Services of Dept. of Consumer Affairs) 24 Hour Campus Security Officer Course)
- CPR/First Aid Certification (Obtain within thirty days of hire)
- Driver's License Copy (Copy of Motor Vehicle Driving Record required at initial appointment to position)
- Other (Bicycle Patrol Certificate as Pre-Employment requirement)
Application Deadline
10/1/2025 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
9/23/2025
Contact
Jasmine Persaud
7608481083
7608481083
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$5,181 - $8,041 Monthly
$5,181 - $8,041 Monthly
Add'l Salary Info
$5,181 - $8,041 Monthly (Step 40 A-J)
Length of Work Year
12 months / 12 hours (includes night and weekend shifts)
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Security Department