Salary : $0.00 AnnuallyLocation : Montebello, CAJob Type: VolunteerJob Number: 2025-07-RSPO-RSDepartment: Pupil and Community ServicesOpening Date: 07/25/2025Closing Date: 12/31/2025 4:00 PM Pacific DescriptionGENERAL PURPOSEUnder direction from a supervising peace officer, provides law enforcement and protection to students, personnel, equipment, and property of the District; patrols District grounds, facilities, parking lots, and specified off-site locations to enforce District rules and regulations, applicable laws and traffic regulations, and to protect property and persons; observes and controls behavior of students and non-students, provides assistance to District officials, staff, students, parents, citizens, and public safety agencies as appropriate; investigates crimes, accidents, vandalism, and detains persons suspected of criminal behavior; and, as assigned, performs related duties.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSA Reserve Police Officer differs from a Police Officer in that Reserve Officers serve in a volunteer capacity and do not receive monetary compensation. They perform law enforcement duties related to the protection of District property and assets, the apprehension of suspects, and the prevention, control, and investigation of crimes involving District facilities, personnel, and students.Reserve Police Officers are appointed in accordance with the standards established by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) and are classified into one of three levels:
- Level I- Authorized to work in a solo capacity and perform general law enforcement duties equivalent to those of a full-time peace officer, upon completion of the POST-certified Regular Basic Course.
- Level II- May perform general law enforcement duties while under the immediate supervision of a peace officer; requires completion of a POST-certified Modular Level II training program.
- Level III- Assigned limited support duties (e.g., traffic control, security patrols, authorized non-hazardous tasks); requires completion of POST-certified Level III training.
All Reserve Police Officers serve as unpaid volunteers and are required to meet the training and service requirements as defined by POST and the District. They operate under the direction and supervision of sworn Police Officers and command staff. DutiesESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe duties listed below are intended to illustrate the types of responsibilities typically performed within this classification. Specific assignments may vary depending on the Reserve Officer's designated Level (I, II, or III) and their corresponding POST certification. Incumbents may perform other related duties at a similar level of responsibility as required. The omission of specific statements of duties does not preclude the assignment of related responsibilities that are consistent with the classification.
Patrols, stakes out, and responds to intrusion alarm reports at District schools, offices and other facilities. Maintains law and order at District facilities, including prevention and control of incidents of violence directed against District facilities, personnel, or students. Enforces violations of California vehicle codes and penal codes, and all other violations of City, County, State, and federal law and statutes as necessary. Cooperates with local law-enforcement agencies in the prevention, control, and investigation of anti-social or illegal activities by persons or groups directed against District facilities, personnel or students. Apprehends and interrogates those suspected of committing or attempting to commit crimes affecting District facilities, personnel, or students. Investigates crimes affecting District facilities, personnel, and students. Performs special protective duties as directed. Observes, collects, preserves, and records physical and oral evidence of crimes, including finger prints. Determines class of crime; modus operandi' and the extent of loss, damage, or injury; and analyzes information in order to solve or reduce the incidence of criminal acts involving District facilities, personnel or students. Responds to, by telephone or radio, communications with Police Officers in mobile units and Campus Security Officers. Identifies, locates, and interviews witnesses; and attempts to locate and recover stolen property. Checks police files and records for modus operandi and possible suspects. Prepares reports about crimes against District property and offenses against District personnel and students. Serves civil process for the District; attends and participates in hearings and trials of defendants.May make public appearances as a speaker on matters relating to the School Police Department and District security measures.Performs other related duties as assigned.QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of:
California Penal Code, the California State Education Code, and City and County ordinances relating to theft, burglary, arson, malicious mischief, trespass, other criminal matters, and law enforcement activities. Methods, techniques, procedures, and equipment used in law enforcement, security, safety, and patrol operations. Legal provisions pertaining to arrest, search and seizure, property damage, theft, and trespassing. Sections of the California Welfare and Institutions Code that pertain to juvenile court law. Conflict resolution skills and excellent interpersonal communication skills. Report writing procedures. Police equipment including communication and firearms. First aid, including CPR methods, procedures and techniques. Rules and regulations pertaining to the protection of buildings and grounds. Disaster preparedness.Ability to:
Think clearly and logically, use good judgment, and make quick and appropriate decisions in emergencies. Read, interpret, apply, and explain laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Perform services on evenings, holidays and weekends. Speak clearly and logically. Work effectively in a multi-ethnic setting. Adapt to work assignments, additional priorities and new procedures. Keep complete and accurate records and prepare concise reports. Deal effectively with juveniles and maintain good relations with school personnel, police officers and the public. Effectively mediate disputes and create collaboration for problem solving. Provide armed and unarmed defense. Operate a District Police emergency vehicle safely and efficiently. Perform high speed emergency driving. Provide life-saving techniques.Maintain cultural sensitivity and good judgment.Education, Training, and Experience:1. Graduation from high school, G.E.D. equivalent or higher education; and,2. All appointees must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment.3. Must meet and maintain the minimum training standards for the designated Level (I, II, or III) as defined by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).4. Experience in public safety, security, or law enforcement (volunteer or paid) is desirable but not required. Ability to speak in a designated second language is desirable; experience in a K-12 public school setting is desirable.Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:Candidates must meet the following POST requirements based on the Level at which they serve:
- Level I- Completion of the POST-certified Regular Basic Course (Academy). Must possess a valid POST Level I Reserve Officer certificate and be eligible for solo duty assignments.
- Level II- Completion of the POST-certified Level II Modular Training Course. Must possess a valid POST Level II Reserve Officer certificate and serve under the direct supervision of a full-time peace officer.
- Level III- Completion of the POST-certified Level III Modular Training Course.
1. A valid California class 'C' Driver License and proof of automobile liability insurance. All appointees must be citizens of the United States or permanent resident aliens who are eligible for and have applied for citizenship. 2. Qualify periodically with a revolver or a semi-automatic pistol. 4. Certification of completion of a specialized course of instruction for the training of school peace officers, as defined in Penal Code Section 830.32, to meet the unique safety needs of a school environment developed by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training in accordance with Penal Code Section 832.3(g).5. A valid First Aid and CPR certificate issued by a provider whose course complies with the standards adopted by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross, pursuant to California Civil Code 1714.2(a).Must maintain all POST-required certifications and complete ongoing in-service training as required by law and department policy. Appointment is subject to fingerprinting, a review of conviction records, and a background investigation, including a medical examination and psychological evaluation, pursuant to Government Code Sections 1029-1031.Disclaimer:Since police officers are essential employees, any applicant who is currently employed with another public agency shall be required to submit a letter of authorization for concurrent employment as a peace officer or a no objection certification for concurrent employment as a peace officer.PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDSThe physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions.
- Good visual field and depth, color, and hue perception.
- Hear normal voice-range frequencies.
- Agility and strength to make apprehensions and to protect self from attack.
- Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
- Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching.
- Seeing to monitor student activities.
Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the selection authority to accommodate the limitation.Please contact our office regarding benefits for this classification.Thank you.01 Question 1ACTIVE
Advisement to Candidates Regarding False StatementsThe overall purpose of the pre-employment background investigation is to verify that your application and any statements you have made to the District concerning your qualifications are true. The California courts have held that an employer has a legal duty to know the persons whom it employs. In some cases, California law may mandate a background investigation before employment, while in other cases it is merely a case of public policy or prudence before placing someone in a position of public trust. For police officers, a pre-employment background investigation is required under Government Code section 1031.1.Both State and Federal courts have also held that there is an absolute necessity for public employees to be truthful. You must understand that a lack of truthfulness or deception of any type on your part will automatically and irrevocably result in your application being rejected from further consideration.For some people, there may be one or more incidents or occurrences in their background which they regret or over which they may feel some embarrassment. The District will not make inquiries into areas of an applicant's background that have no legitimate bearing on his or her qualifications for the job. You should understand that the mere presence of so-called negative information in your background is not automatically disqualifying. For example, an applicant may have engaged in petty thievery as a child, used illegal drugs, been fired from a job, or been convicted of a crime as an adult. While these things in and of them-selves may not automatically remove that person from consideration for a job, lying about them will.A pre-employment background investigation is not intended to be an intimidating experience or an unwarranted invasion into your privacy. Your background investigator will contact persons who know you, including present and/or former employers, and will examine offofficial documents and records concerning you to assure that you have been honest in your application and to fulfill the legal mandates imposed by the courts and legislature. The more forthright you have been, the greater the likelihood that your background can be completed in a timely and successful manner.
CERTIFICATIONI understand that any false statement and/or deliberate misrepresentations, whether by omission or commission, will result in my application being automatically and irrevocably rejected from further consideration. I certify that I have read the above statement and understand its contents. Please Type your full name below. 02 All appointees to the Reserve School Police Officer position must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment. The selection process generally takes two months or longer from the time that you submit your application and complete all relevant test parts up through the conditional job offer phase.Are you at least 21 years of age (or within two months of this age) at the time of submitting your application?
03 Do you have a high school diploma, G.E.D., or higher education?Please SCAN and ATTACH your high school diploma/official school transcripts or G.E.D. certificate, along with proof of any higher education (if applicable) to your online application profile.
04 A Reserve School Police Officer is required to have a valid California driver's license.Do you currently possess a valid California driver's license?You must SCAN and ATTACH a copy of your driver's license to your online application. Failure to do so will result in disqualification from the recruitment.
05 A Reserve School Police Officer is required to have current valid automobile insurance.Do you possess current valid automobile insurance?You must SCAN and ATTACH a copy of your automobile insurance to your online application. Failure to do so will result in disqualification from the recruitment.
06 A Reserve School Police Officer must meet and maintain the minimum training standards for the designated Level (I, II, or III) as defined by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). Do you meet the P.O.S.T requirements stated above?If yes, please SCAN and ATTACH a copy of your active P.O.S.T. Certifications to your online application. Failure to do so will result in disqualification from the recruitment.
07 This classification requires a valid First Aid and CPR certificate issued by a provider whose course complies with the standards adopted by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross, pursuant to California Civil Code 1714.2(a).Do you have a valid First Aid/CPR Certificate meeting these conditions?If yes, please attach proof of your First Aid/CPR Certification to your application.
08 Appointment into this position is subject to fingerprinting, a review of conviction records, and a background investigation, including a medical examination and psychological evaluation, pursuant to Government Code Sections 1029-1031.Do you consent to information stated above?
09 Did you attach all the required documents to your application? This includes proof of the following required documents to your application?1. High school diploma, G.E.D., or higher2. A valid California class 'C' Driver License and proof of automobile liability insurance.3. A valid First Aid and CPR certificate issued by a provider whose course complies with the standards adopted by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross, pursuant to California Civil Code 1714.2(a).4. A P.O.S.T. certification, with completion of Modules I, II or III
Failure to attach any of the required documents will result in an automatic disqualification. 10 A Reserve Police Officer differs from a full-time Police Officer in that Reserve Officers serve on a voluntary basis and do not receive financial compensation for their service.
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