School Safety Advisor- BHS

Position Title: School Safety Advisor

Reports To: School Principal

Classification: Non-Exempt / Classified

Position Type: Full-Time- 187 day contract 8 hours per day

The School Safety Advisor provides dedicated supervision and a visible approachable safety presence throughout the school day and during school events. Working under the direct supervision of the School Principal the Advisor acts as a proactive deterrent to unsafe behaviors builds positive and trusting relationships with adolescents and responds promptly to safety concerns.

Note: The School Safety Advisor does not replace administrators counselors nurses teachers or law enforcement officers but supplements these roles by providing dedicated non-punitive and supportive campus supervision.

• Campus Presence & Supervision:
• Maintain a visible approachable presence during high-traffic times including arrival dismissal passing periods lunch assemblies athletic events and other extracurricular functions.
• Monitor campus parking lots hallways stairwells entrances exits common areas and other identified areas of concern.
• Monitor the entrances and immediate vicinity of student restrooms and locker rooms while strictly respecting privacy and adhering to district rules regarding entry into gender-specific spaces.
• Assist with campus access control emergency drills reunification procedures and the implementation of the schools emergency operations plan.
• Safety Prevention & Incident Response:
• Help deter and identify vaping alcohol use marijuana use possession of prohibited items bullying physical fights vandalism and other unsafe behaviors.
• Respond promptly to active safety concerns or medical incidents on campus.
• Apply conflict-resolution and de-escalation practices whenever appropriate to resolve tensions peacefully.
• Notify school administrators the school nurse counselors parents/guardians emergency medical services or law enforcement as required by district policy or emergency circumstances.
• Student Support & Community Building:
• Build positive respectful relationships with students to foster a culture of trust where students feel comfortable reporting safety concerns and seeking help before a situation escalates.
• Coordinate with teachers administrators counselors school nurses and other support staff to identify recurring safety issues and implement proactive solutions.
• Documentation & Compliance:
• Document all safety incidents accurately thoroughly and in a timely manner.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with district policy state laws and federal regulations (e.g. FERPA).

• Demonstrated Personal Attributes: Sound judgment high integrity strong professionalism emotional calm under pressure and a proven ability to build respectful relationships with adolescent students.
• Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required. Prior experience in school safety youth services security emergency response counseling support or a closely related field is strongly preferred.
• Clearances: Must pass standard criminal background checks and background screenings as required by the district.

Before beginning duties the School Safety Advisor must complete district-approved training in the following areas:

1. Legal & Professional Standards: Student rights privacy confidentiality and professional boundaries.
2. Student Development: Adolescent development and trauma-informed practices.
3. Behavioral Intervention: De-escalation conflict resolution and restorative practices.
4. Substance Use & Medical Awareness: Recognition of vaping alcohol impairment marijuana use overdose symptoms and other medical emergencies.
5. Emergency Response: First Aid CPR Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification lockdown/evacuation procedures reunification strategies and incident reporting.
6. Safety & Prevention Protocols: Bullying harassment discrimination and suicide-prevention protocols.
7. Policy Implementation: Appropriate search guidelines referrals and evidence-handling under district policy.
8. Equity & Inclusion: Cultural awareness disability accommodations and non-discriminatory practices.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority