School Police Sergeant

The San Diego Unified School District is currently accepting applications for the position of School Police Sergeant.

This Promotional Opportunity is open only to current classified monthly-salaried employees (not hourly) of the San Diego Unified School District.

OVERVIEW:

San Diego Unified School District the second largest district in California and one of the top largest urban school districts in the United States is looking forprofessionals who care deeply for students and are committed to the communities in which they serve.

The San Diego Unified School District Police Department is recognized as a leader in school-based community our primary role is to maintain order and security on and near school facilities school police officers provide farmore than standard law enforcement efforts. We also take a leading role in creating the positive learning environment inwhich superb education is not only possible but also probable.
School police personnel are encouraged to spend quality time in developing positive interpersonal relationships withthose in our schools and in our community. Personnel engage in daily contact with students teachers staff andmembers of the community to help promote a positive learning environment with the schools and to build ever-growingcooperative partnerships among the schools and the surrounding communities. As a result students benefit most of allby being better able to concentrate their time and attention on what matters most: learning and growing.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just educated society San Diego Unified employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives and being accountable for ones actions and the resulting impact.

BASIC FUNCTION:

As a peace officer of the State of California as authorized by Section 830.32 of the California Penal Codeand Education Code Sections 38000 et. seq. protect life and property and supervise assigned School PoliceOfficers and non-sworn staff in providing security and protective services throughout the District;coordinate emergency operations center activities and department-wide training mandates andrequirements.

POSITION SPECIFICS:

• Working Location:School Police Department4100 Normal Street San Diego CA 92103
• Work schedule:Full-time.12 months
• The position is paid on the AASD Classified Management Salary Schedule School Police SergeantsSalary Plan 0631 Grade 027.
• Qualifies for District Paid health and wellness benefits for employee and dependents

Examples of Duties:

An incumbent may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties knowledge or abilities associated with this classification but is intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements.
E Essential Functions

• Serve as a peace officer of the State of California as authorized by Section 830.32 of the California PenalCode. E

• Supervise coordinate assign train and evaluate the work of assigned staff engaged in providing policeservices for the District. E

• Review and approve reports generated by assigned staff and make recommendations. E

• Conduct and/or lead criminal investigations and arrests occurring within District jurisdiction. E

• Respond to police radio calls for service as directed; operate District emergency vehicles safely andeffectively during routine and emergency responses. E

• Attend and participate in hearings and trials. E

• Coordinate activities with school administrators and others. E

• Interpret policies and procedures for District staff and the public. E

• Develop and implement mandated Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) programs. E

• Schedule and participate in specialized training for sworn and non-sworn personnel. E

• Complete paperwork and reports for reimbursement. E

• Maintain files and records suitable for auditing. E

• Maintain liaison with the court system and local law enforcement agencies in matters concerning theDistrict. E

• Recommend appropriate safety and security measures for new construction and remodeling. E

• Attend meetings and represent the department and District in matters related to security. E

• Work with other public safety agencies in emergency and non-emergency situations. E

• Act as liaison with other District departments. E

• Advise parents and pupils in school police-related situations. E

• Participate in the screening and hiring of regular staff and temporary employees. E

• Assist in preparing department budget and monitoring expenditures. E

• Wear a standard issue school police uniform including protective vest and carry standard police equipment. E

• Perform related duties as assigned.
  
  

To view the detailed position descriptionfor School Police Sergeant click here.

This position description revision is contingent upon Board of Education approval at the March 24 2026 San Diego Unified School District Board of Education meeting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training experience and/or education equivalent to graduation from a recognizedcollege with an Associates degree in police science criminal justice / law enforcement publicadministration criminology or related field; completion of a municipal law enforcement training academy;and five (5) years of recent full-time paid directly related law enforcement experience.

Licenses and Other Requirements:

Valid California drivers license.
Valid California Intermediate P.O.S.T. certificate.
State law requires the successful passing of a thorough background check including polygraph chemicalsubstance and medical testing and psychological testing prior to position appointment. (Required for allexternal candidates. Does not apply to current qualified San Diego Unified School District PoliceDepartment employees).
Must maintain firearms qualification.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Application Process

To be eligible for consideration interested candidates must submit the following items.Yourapplication will be considered incomplete if you do not includeallrequired information including completion of the Work Experience and Education Sectionsof the online application required attachments and responses to all application questions.

• Online employment application
• A completed online employment application must be submitted/received electronically by the closing date.This application MUST include all required attachments current and previous employment history and education to evaluate your qualifications and all other requirements identified in the recruitment and application questions.It is important to note that a resume does not substitute for completing the Work Experience and Education sections.Your application will be considered incomplete if you do not include all relevant details and attachments.
• Paper applications are not accepted.

• Answer all application questions
• Theapplication questions should be answered thoroughly clearly and concisely as the responses provided (along with the entire application package) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process.

• Valid California Intermediate P.O.S.T. certificate. (Required)Incumbents will be required to work towards obtaining an Advanced P.O.S.T. Certificate during employment in position.

• Cover Letter/Letter of Intent(Required)

• Resume(Required)
• Resume must reflect current and past work and accomplishments.
• A resumedoes NOT substitute for completing work history education sections or the supplemental questions of the employment application.

• Contact information for three references must be listed in the Reference section of the application.References should be from a current or previous supervisor.Reference email requests may be sent at any time during the application screening process of this recruitment.These reference requests are not an indication of progression in the recruitment process or an interview reference letters dated within the last year are also accepted and may be attached to your online application in the Reference Section.

• Additional documents(Optional)
• Letters of Recommendation and/or additional documents if any must be attached to the online employment application.

For questions regarding this job announcement including priority consideration please contact Personnel Analyst Carolyn Gonzalez at

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

If you have questions about your application please email.

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San Diego Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination harassment intimidation and bullying by reason of the following actual or perceived characteristics: age ancestry color mental or physical disability ethnicity ethnic group identification gender gender expression gender identity genetic information immigration status marital or parental status medical condition nationality national origin actual or perceived sex sexual orientation race religion or on the basis of a persons association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

For more information about equity in employment contact:

Title II Coordinator & Uniform Complaint Compliance OfficerEric Rico: /Title IX CoordinatorAnna Ward: /504 CoordinatorEri Nall: