Department of School Security
School board officers also act as first responders to medical emergencies within the school building. All board officers are trained in CPR and 1st Responder medical procedures. School Patrol Division:The Paterson School Safety Department operates a Patrol Squad which is in operation from 11pm until 7am daily. This patrol squad is also known as the Rapid Response Team. The Rapid Response Team is responsible for the patrol of Paterson school buildings and grounds. This unit handles alarm response, vandalism, burgularies, and other school related emergencies. Members of this unit are on call 24 hours a day / 7 days a week for all school related emergencies. Paterson Police Department:Paterson police officers also work in city schools. Police officers are stationed in city high schools and some larger elementary schools. Police officers are mainly stationed in city schools to assist school security personnel in their daily tasks. Captain James Smith
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The
Paterson Public School System employs over 30 uniformed
school officers. These officers are rigorously selected
and trained through the School Safety Department of the
Paterson Public Schools. Paterson Public School Officers
are assigned to many of Paterson's grammar schools, high
schools, and academies. Public school officers play a vital
role in our school system. School officers are responsible
for patrolling school grounds, maintaining order, monitoring
visitors coming into their building, intervening in student
problems, and the protection of staff and students. 