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Campus Liaison

Mesa County Valley School District 51

Grand Junction, CO

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About the role

Job Title:    Campus Liaison

Pay Program:    Salary Schedule, Non-Exempt

Pay Range:    Range 8 ($19.68 - $21.96)

Work Year:     176 days / 8 hours per day

Reports to:     Building Administrator (Director of Safety and Security)

Summary

Operating under the direction of the Building Administrator, the Campus Liaison supports a safe and secure school environment in alignment with District safety and security protocols and under the functional guidance of the Director of Safety and Security.  This position maintains a highly visible presence throughout the school day, assists with student movement and attendance, monitors campus activity, and supports the implementation of school-wide parking and safety procedures. The Campus Liaison serves as a welcoming point of contact for visitors and vendors, provides assistance and directions, and collaborates with school administration and law enforcement as needed to address safety concerns and maintain a secure campus environment. 

Job Responsibility Description

Campus Safety & Security

  • Monitor assigned school buildings, grounds, parking areas, and other designated locations for unauthorized individuals, suspicious activity, safety hazards, unsecured doors, and other security concerns.
  • Respond or report concerns in accordance with school and District procedures.
  • Support implementation of established school and District safety, security, and emergency procedures .
  • Maintain accurate records and incident reports and communicate information to appropriate personnel.
  • Assist school administration, District safety personnel, law enforcement, and emergency responders with safety and security-related matters as directed.

Student & Visitor Support

  • Provide a visible and supportive presence throughout the school campus and assist with the safe movement of students. 
  • Encourage students to report to assigned classes and activities and address or report loitering, trespassing, and other concerns in accordance with school procedures. 
  • Greet and assist visitors, vendors, and community members and support established visitor and campus access procedures. 

Parking, Traffic, and Campus Operations

  • Monitor school parking areas and support implementation of site parking procedures, including verifying parking authorization and issuing parking notices or citations as assigned. 
  • Assist with traffic flow, parking, and pedestrian safety during arrival, dismissal, school activities, and after-hours events. 
  • Provide campus safety and security coverage for school activities and after-hours events as assigned.
  • Support school administration with supervision, safety, security, and other operational needs as assigned.

Other Duties

  • Additional tasks, duties, and responsibilities may be assigned as needed/requested.

 

Education and Experience 

Acceptable demonstration of acceptable education and/or experience will be at the sole discretion of the District.

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Previous experience working in a school, security, safety, customer service, youth supervision, or related environment preferred. 

 

Licenses, Registrations or Certifications

  • Criminal background check required for hire
  • Valid Colorado driver's license or valid Colorado identification required
  • Must successfully pass a post-offer, pre-employment Functional Capacity (physical) Evaluation, including the ability to safely lift up to 35 pounds.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of basic safety, security, and emergency response practices.
  • Ability to monitor school buildings and grounds, identify potential safety or security concerns, and respond appropriately within established procedures.
  • Ability to establish and maintain positive, professional relationships with students, staff, families, visitors, vendors, law enforcement, and community members.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to provide clear directions and communicate effectively in challenging or sensitive situations.
  • Ability to remain calm, exercise sound judgment, and respond appropriately in stressful, unpredictable, or emergency situations. 
  • Ability to observe, document, and communicate incidents and concerns accurately and objectively.
  • Ability to understand and consistently follow District and school safety, security, visitor, parking, and operational procedures.
  • Ability to be adaptable and flexible with collaborative critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations 
  • Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong customer service skills, with the ability to provide support in a professional and approachable manner.
  • Commitment to handling sensitive and confidential information with the highest ethical standards.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with staff and various stakeholders.
  • Ability to lead, communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
  • Ability to follow applicable federal, state, local laws and Board of Education policies, in addition to building and department procedures.
  • Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
  • Basic computer skills and ability to use District technology and systems necessary for communication, documentation, and reporting. 

     

Salary & Benefits:
View all salary schedules for the current school year at: https://www.d51schools.org/departments111/human-resources/salary-schedules
Information regarding D51 Benefits can be found here: https://www.d51schools.org/departments111/human-resources/employee-benefits