Security Officer

Position Summary

The Security Officer plays a key part in the physical safety and security of our campuses, including people and property. In partnership with the Security team and the Security Manager, the Security Officer manages and enforces safety and security policies in accordance with best practices for school security, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of access control, accident prevention, risk management, safety procedures, emergency management, and traffic and parking control.

• Patrol and Observation
  • Continuous monitoring of campus property, including security inspections of all doors, windows, and gates.
  • Patrols campus as part of the security team to ensure adequate coverage, traffic management, safety of students, employees and visitors, and protection of assets.
• Access Control
  • Responds to requests related to safety and security from school administrators, parents, and other visitors.
  • Monitors control panels, alarms and all related security equipment.
  • Frequently checks fire and security systems for proper operation, troubleshoot and correct minor difficulties, and respond to all alarms.
  • Uses and monitors security-related technology, including cameras, building access control, campus access control, and communication equipment (phone systems, phone apps, two‑way radios, intercoms, and emergency broadcast systems).
  • Provides support for the Visitor Management System and periodically directs or escorts visitors to campus locations; responds to all exceptions reported by the VMS.
• Risk Management and Mitigation
  • With direction from the Security Manager, develops and implements improvements to procedures, equipment, and systems appropriate to our school setting and culture.
  • Evaluates trends, best practices, evolving threats, risks, and vulnerabilities and applies tools and procedures to mitigate risks.
• Investigations and Incident Reports
  • Assists in conducting investigations and creates incident reports of all incidents involving the security and safety of students, faculty, staff and visitors—including thefts, threats, break‑ins, property damage and injuries—within 24 hours of the incident.
• Emergency Management
  • Implements appropriate emergency management plans.
  • Works cooperatively with personnel involved in the threat management plan in academic arenas, assisting with safety exercises and drills to enhance awareness and capacity to respond to emergency and crisis situations.
  • Responds appropriately and in compliance with federal, state, and local safety and security regulations by studying existing and new requirements and working with the administration to enforce school‑wide adherence.
  • Maintains contact and is accessible to school administrators during both regular work hours and after hours.

• Proven problem recognition and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including negotiation skills.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• High moral character and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to make decisions quickly and operate independently in an emergency situation.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED); associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Previous law enforcement, military, security, or public safety experience, preferably in a school environment.

• Valid state driver's license.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must be available to work nights and weekends, as needed.
• Certification in First Aid/CPR/AED.

• Workday regularly includes multiple deadlines and time pressures.
• Requires sustained concentration and considerable physical effort or manual dexterity.
• Sufficient vision (with correction) to read and observe more distant objects.
• Ability to walk considerable distances to make rounds of facilities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work outside in inclement weather, when required.

• Competitive annual salary, based on experience.
• Generous PTO—up to 4 weeks vacation + 3 personal days annually.
• Shared cost high‑quality medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• School‑paid short‑term and long‑term…