Public Safety Rapid Response Officer

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

The Public Safety Rapid Response Officer will ensure the safety and security of Lansing School District students and staff by responding to emergency and non‑emergency situations, conducting investigations, and maintaining professional conduct. This role requires flexibility, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate effectively in stressful situations. (Only Internal Applicants will be considered)

• Minimum high school diploma; some college coursework in criminal justice or related fields preferred.
• Associate Degree in Criminal Justice, Social Science, or Law Enforcement is preferred.
• MCOLES certification as a police officer or under PA 330 is preferred, or the ability to pass MCOLES certification.

• Prefer experience in law enforcement, school or private security, the military, or related fields.

• Training in first aid, CPR, and other law enforcement‑related areas is preferred.
• Strong communication skills, ability to respond to emergencies, maintain confidentiality, and work under minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of investigation techniques, report writing, and familiarity with Microsoft applications.

• Respond to emergency and non‑emergency calls for service.
• Conduct thorough investigations and report writing.
• Maintain confidentiality and apply law enforcement techniques in stressful situations.
• Promote professional relationships and maintain tactful, courteous interactions.
• Flexibly manage work schedules and assignments, ensuring compliance with department policies and standards.

$20.13 – $24.01 an hour (52‑week position).

External candidates will most likely start at the bottom of the salary skill level unless previous experience can be deemed as equivalent.

At Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives.
As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.

Internal candidates should apply using their SSO email address and submit separate applications for each role of interest. External candidates interested in multiple positions within the same department should apply to only one posting and indicate other roles of interest in the final question.

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District, additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).