Security Officer (39 weeks)

About the role

The Security Officer is a trusted, responsible professional who works to build relationships within the school community and maintains a regular, visible presence throughout school grounds to protect students, staff and school property.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a constant presence within buildings (during regular school hours and outside school hours, as needed).
• Monitor school entrances, hallways and exterior grounds; respond to and diffuse disruptions and promote safe and orderly conduct.
• Aid in maintaining order on school grounds and buildings.
• Ensure doors and windows are secure and a single point of entry is maintained.
• Conduct wand and/or metal detector searches at entry.
• Build positive relationships with students, school staff, and families and contribute to the development of a healthy, safe, and caring environment for students.
• Proactively monitor surveillance cameras to identify potential disruptions to the learning community.
• Prevent and control incidents of violence directed against school facilities, students or staff.
• Respond to and break up student altercations; notify school administrators and police of potential risks to student safety.
• Remain up-to-date and knowledgeable on the student code of conduct and provide reminders to students about the potential consequences when violating the code of conduct.
• Assist with immediate on-site investigations of crimes or offenses and assist school leaders and police personnel in collecting and securing evidence, providing witness statements and preparing reports.
• Maintain daily logs and reporting (disruptions, visitor logs, infractions, etc.).
• Pursue individuals who commit infractions in and around school grounds if necessary to maintain safety and security.
• Verify student and staff identification and escort unauthorized individuals from the school grounds.
• Use reasonable force to restrain, if needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate preferred.
• Evidence of college credits in Criminal Justice from an accredited college or university is preferred.
• Prior experience working in a K-12 setting or with K-12 age students is preferred.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED certificate, evidence of college credits in Criminal Justice, and prior experience working in a K-12 setting or with K-12 age students.

Skills

Must possess strong interpersonal skills, ability to work independently, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Must also have good communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Benefits eligible.

Pay

$18.80/hr.

Schedule

39 weeks per year.