Youth Development and Safety Specialist

Job Description:

Youth Development and Safety Specialist

Description

About the Employer
Thank you for your interest in the San Mateo County Office of Education (SMCOE). SMCOE employees share a vision of equity and excellence in education for every student, educator, and school. Children and youth are at the heart of our work, and we pride ourselves on being an inclusive, supportive workplace where staff have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. San Mateo County is home to 23 school districts, serving 85,000 students, and a robust early learning community. SMCOE and its staff have been recognized widely for their innovative and effective approaches to addressing challenging issues facing schools and students. SMCOE welcomes and embraces individuals from all backgrounds, races, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, immigration statuses, and religions. At SMCOE, equity means providing every learner aged 0-22 with the education and support needed to thrive in school, career, and life, and every staff member with opportunities to grow and further deepen their impact. SMCOE is seeking employees who share our vision and commitment to excellence and equity in education for all students. To achieve equity, SMCOE commits to: • Interrupt inequitable practices and replace them with equity-driven, transparent systems; • Improve outcomes for historically and currently underserved student groups, building on the assets, strengths and talents that they and their families possess; • Continue to educate ourselves so we are better able to confront and dismantle systemic inequities; • Center voices of those that have been historically marginalized and underserved, engaging a broad range of educational and community partners, in decision-making, determining priorities.

THE MERIT SYSTEM AND THE PERSONNEL COMMISSION
The San Mateo County Office of Education has utilized the Merit System since 1966 to ensure that classified employees are selected, promoted and retained without favoritism or prejudice. The Personnel Commission oversees a Civil Service (Merit) System of personnel management for San Mateo County Office of Education employees. The Merit System is a method of personnel management which is designed to promote the efficiency and economy of the workforce and the good of the public by providing for the selection and retention of employees, promotional opportunities, in-service training, and other related matters on the basis of merit, fitness, and the principle of “like pay for like work."

Job Summary
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Requirements / Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to: An Associate’s degree in general studies or equivalent, and three (3) years’ experience working in public school security, with youth development programs, providing classroom instructional support or in a related field working with children in a formal educational setting.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Incumbents in this classification are required to complete coursework and receive certification required under SB 390 and SB 1626 prior to commencing employment. Incumbents are also required to maintain this certification throughout their employment with SMCOE. Valid and current First Aid and CPR/AED certification

WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT:
Outdoor environment Possible fights and confrontations Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions Evening or variable hours

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Standing, walking or sitting for extended periods of time Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate school safety and security equipment Walking and running Hearing and speaking to exchange information Seeing to monitor student behavior, to read and to prepare reports Physical agility and stamina to apprehend and restrain individuals

EXAMINATION PROCESS:
The examination process for this classification may consist of:1. An oral board examination conducted virtually (Tentative Date: September 15, 2025).

BENEFITS:
Total Compensation Package: Health and Welfare Benefits are prorated based on FTE

PLEASE ATTACH THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENT(S) IN YOUR APPLICATION:

• Letter of Introduction (Required Document)
• Resume (Required Document)

Closing Date/Time: 2025-09-09

Salary:

$37.37 - $45.42 Hourly