Safety & Security Officer

Responsibilities

• Patrol school grounds/buildings multiple times each day; maintain an obvious daily presence in all key areas of campus (hallways, parking lots, cafeteria, etc.)
• Develop healthy and helpful relationships with students, staff, parents, and visitors
• Assure visitors report to school offices for Raptor Visitor Management registration; accompany visitors as necessary while on campus
• Address improper behavior with students and attempt to obtain voluntary compliance with school policies, detaining students if necessary
• Monitor security cameras and research recorded data when needed
• Report violations of school policies to the building principal
• Attend major school events, after school and evening events as requested, all home football games (typically Saturdays), major sports events and tournaments, and other events/activities at the discretion of the Business & Operations Director
• Available to consult after school hours for emergency school-related security issues
• Note and report any safety concerns/violations/observations to appropriate administrators
• Maintain records of contacts made with outside safety/security vendors
• Ensure safety & security-related school equipment is in good working order
• Issue keys, security badges, radios, and other equipment and maintain record of issuance and collection
• Pursue updated training and knowledge of new safety & security procedures

Requirements

• Committed Christian with a close personal walk with the Lord and the Christian character qualities to serve as a role model for young people
• Regular in attendance at an evangelical Protestant church
• Strong commitment to Christian Education
• Former Law Enforcement Officer in good standing or retired
• Experience must be within the previous 10 years
• Knowledge of state and local laws pertaining to the role of School Security Officer
• Maintain (or obtain within 180 days of employment) appropriate certifications such as: School Security Officer Special Conservator of the Peace Security Officer Handgun, if appropriate (pass semi-annual qualification with 85%)
• Pass a background check and drug screening at any time requested
• Experience with safety and/or security responsibilities
• Understands the basic needs and behaviors of students at all levels
• Ability to communicate effectively and relate well with students, staff, and visitors
• Able to remain calm in stressful and dangerous situations
• Maintains confidentiality
• Able to stand/walk for long periods
• Approachable, compassionate, fair, and firm when needed
• Teachable, servant spirit