School Safety Officer

SALARY DETAILS

APPLICATION FILING DATES

January 28, 2026 - February 15, 2026

INFORMATION ABOUT LAUSD

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.

LAUSD EMPLOYEES: Please be advised that all LAUSD employees must sign in to the GlobalProtect Virtual Private Network (VPN) in order to submit an application from an external network outside of an LAUSD location. For assistance with installing the GlobalProtect virtual network, please contact Information Technology Services at (213) 443-1300 or (213) 241-5200 or via their page at https://www.lausd.org/helpdesk

DEPARTMENT OR SCHOOL SITE

The Los Angeles School Police Department (LASPD) was established in August of 1948 to create a safe and tranquil environment for the students, teachers and staff of the Los Angeles Unified School District. The men and women of the LASPD have accepted this duty with an unyielding commitment that has not wavered for over seven decades.

The LASPD provides police services to the second-largest school district in the nation. The department has operational jurisdiction of 710 square miles, 24 hours a day. The members of this vital department are responsible for the safety of all students and staff of this district.

PLEASE NOTE: As a candidate, you must go through a comprehensive background investigation and polygraph examination followed by a medical and psychological evaluation. Please read this complete Job Bulletin before you apply for the position. For more information about the Los Angeles School Police Department, please visit https://achieve.lausd.net/laspd

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

An ideal School Safety Officer is a vigilant professional with a strong sense of responsibility for both campus and public safety. They maintain a constant, observant presence across school buildings and grounds—proactively identifying, reporting, and helping prevent safety hazards, unauthorized access, and potential emergencies before they escalate. Grounded in an “observe and report” approach, they know that early awareness and clear communication are key to keeping a school environment safe.

When issues arise, they respond with confidence and sound judgment, assisting with incidents such as equipment leaks, minor fires, or other safety concerns while promptly notifying the appropriate authorities. Beyond safeguarding property, they serve as a visible, approachable leader—supervising students in hallways and at school events, and providing reassurance through a calm, professional presence.

A successful School Safety Officer is also a strong communicator who works collaboratively with school staff, parents, and public safety partners, leads safety briefings, and manages traffic and campus activity with care and professionalism. Above all, they are reliable team players who take pride in doing whatever is needed—from supporting a student in distress to securing campus perimeters—to protect and strengthen the entire school community.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: 

Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency.

EXPERIENCE: 

Six months of experience as a guard or peace officer is preferable. Courses in criminal justice or police administration are preferable.

SPECIAL:

A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California.

Appointment is subject to fingerprinting, a review of conviction record, and a thorough background investigation. 

Completion of a State-approved School Security Certificate Program is required by the end of the probationary period. 

SPECIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Walk and stand for the assigned period

Normal hearing in normal voice-range frequencies

Agility and strength to protect self from attack 

BENEFITS

Insurance: Paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).

Vacation: Full-time employees earn up to two weeks of paid vacation to start. Three weeks after five years of year-round paid service.

Paid Holidays: Up to 13 days.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

A School Safety Officer performs non-sworn duties including protecting District property, assisting District personnel in observance of rules and procedures by students and others, and participating in community-based policing. 

The typical duties of a School Safety Officer are as follows: 

• Guarding a school or other District property and protecting property and staff by making prescribed rounds of inspection.
• Patroling school corridors, locker rooms, restrooms, assembly and athletic facilities, gymnasiums, busloading areas, and other campus locations in order to observe student behavior and prevent violations or unsafe activities.
• Preventing entry or reporting the presence of unauthorized persons on grounds or in buildings who are in violation of laws and ordinances affecting the District.
• Remaining alert for and reporting fire hazards and combustible and waste materials, extinguishing small blazes, and identifying non-working alarms.
• Investigating unusual conditions, notifiying proper persons or agencies, and taking immediate emergency action when leaks or malfunctions in plumbing, electrical, heating, or other equipment are detected to reduce danger and prevent possible damage.
• May assist school administrators in contacting parents regarding students with behavior problems and in discussing campus security with parent and community groups.
• May control the parking location and the safe movement of vehicles in a parking area, issue warning notices and parking tickets.
• May assist with on-campus supervision of students including special events.
• May assist appropriate school personnel in counseling individual students or groups of students or in assisting student clubs.
• May operate a District vehicle.
• May deliver, set up, or collect equipment and other materials.
• May be assigned to the special assignment function of Parking Enforcement, which includes but is not limited to responding to and making radio dispatch calls regarding parking violations and complaints, and traffic control issues.
• May make safety presentations to students, staff, and the school community.
• Performing related duties as assigned. 

Note: This class description is not a complete statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. Entrance requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skill, and/or abilities. To the extent permitted by law, management retains the discretion to add or change typical duties of a position at any time, as long as such addition or change is reasonably related to existing duties.

**To view the complete class description, visit bit.ly/4qMAdeX  

EMPLOYMENT SELECTION PROCESS

We anticipate receiving a number of well qualified applicants for this position; therefore, there will be a competitive process. The hiring departments have requested that we proceed with the selection process in an expeditious and timely manner. To honor this request, we will be adhering to a pre-planned employment assessment schedule. For more information about the LAUSD employment assessment process, visit the hiring process section of our website at https://careers.lausd.org/pc.

The assessment process for this position TENTATIVELY consists of a Written Test followed by a Writing Project/Interview.

Application materials (your candidate profile, resume, and supplemental questionnaire) will be evaluated in relation to the background, experience, and competencies identified for successful performance in this job. For this reason, it is highly recommended that your application materials clearly show all of your relevant background and specialized skills, knowledge, and abilities.

The testing may be conducted remotely and/or in-person, and all applicants will be required to submit a Candidate Confidentiality Form prior to testing. Failure to submit these forms before the given deadline will result in the withdrawal of your application from the selection process. Candidates who receive a failing score on any test module will NOT be eligible to move forward in the selection process.

If you have questions regarding the employment selection process, please contact Vartan Nakashyan at vartan.nakashyan@lausd.net.

APPLICATION PROCESS

IMPORTANT NOTE: Once you submit your application, you should receive an email message confirming that you successfully submitted your application. If you DO NOT receive this message on the same day you apply, it is likely that you did not submit your application.

DO YOU NEED TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WITH THE ON-LINE APPLICATION?

Email us at helpmeapply@lausd.net. 

To find out whether the application deadline has been extended, visit the website at: https://careers.lausd.org/pc. The Los Angeles Unified School District intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and promotion. Reasonable accommodations in completing an application and testing are available to individuals with disabilities. Please call (213) 241-3455 for more information.

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ADDITIONAL POSTING INFORMATION

The Los Angeles Unified School District is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, abusive conduct, or bullying. The District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, abusive conduct or bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding/lactation status and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license issued under Vehicle Code), ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental disability (including clinical depression and bipolar disorder, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, epilepsy, seizure disorder, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and heart disease), medical condition (cancer related and genetic characteristics), military and veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (unless union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance. For inquiries or complaints contact our Equal Opportunity Section, (213) 241-7685.

Selection and promotion are based on a competitive employment assessment process. Candidates who pass all parts of the assessment process are placed on a hiring (eligibility) list based on their assessment score. Hiring departments may make job offers to candidates on the top three ranks of the hiring list. Eligibility typically lasts for 12 months. The hiring list resulting from this assessment process may be used to fill open positions in related job classifications.

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