School Safety Officer (Unarmed)

School Safety Officer

Chadwick School

Palos Verdes Peninsula, California

Chadwick School is an independent, K-12, coeducational day school dedicated to academic excellence, the development of exemplary character, and self-discovery through experience. A highly educated faculty and staff bring out the best in the talented student body through active learning, challenging academics, one-on-one mentoring, unparalleled global opportunities, nationally distinguished outdoor education and community service programs, outstanding athletic opportunities, and award-winning visual and performing arts.

The core values of respect, responsibility, honesty, fairness, and compassion are widely shared and fostered daily in classrooms, during co-curricular activities, and through the camaraderie of this close-knit community.

Located on a beautiful, 45-acre hilltop campus on the scenic Palos Verdes Peninsula in Los Angeles County, Chadwick enrolls over 800 students drawn from more than 45 Southern California communities.

Founded in 1935 by visionary educator Margaret Lee Chadwick, Chadwick is one of two schools operated by the Roessler-Chadwick Foundation. In 2010, Chadwick International School (CISS) was formed in Songdo, South Korea, which expanded opportunities for students around the globe to benefit from a world-class Chadwick education.

Job Title: School Safety Officer

Job Status: Full-Time, 12 Months

FLSA Status: Full-time Non-Exempt

Department: Administration    

Reports to: Director of Risk Management

Chadwick School is seeking a dependable, proactive, and community-oriented School Safety Officer to support campus traffic management and parking enforcement, provide general support to Facilities and Maintenance, and contribute to a safe and welcoming school environment.

This position is ideal for someone who excels at multitasking, enjoys engaging with others, and can calmly manage vehicle and pedestrian flow, especially during busy drop-off and pick-up times. In addition to traffic-related responsibilities, this individual will provide hands-on support to the Facilities and Maintenance team and assist in overall campus safety monitoring.

Primary Responsibilities

Traffic & Parking Management

• Direct and monitor daily student drop-off and pick-up to ensure smooth and safe traffic flow.
• Assist with large events by coordinating temporary traffic patterns and parking logistics.
• Actively manage vehicle flow during arrival and dismissal to ensure student and pedestrian safety
• Provide a visible and friendly presence to guide drivers, pedestrians, and visitors during peak hours.
   

Facilities & Maintenance Support

• Assist with minor facilities-related tasks such as unlocking doors, delivering supplies, setting up for events, and reporting maintenance issues.
• Support the Facilities and Maintenance team during emergencies, drills, or special projects.
• Monitor campus conditions and report safety or mainte