Security Officer ; Campus - Colorado Springs School District

Security Officer I (Campus) - Colorado Springs School District 11

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Job : 5740460

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 27, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Profile

Position: Educational Support Professional:
Security Officer I (Campus)

Department/School: Security

Reports To: Director of Security

FTE: 1.0

Days/Year: 192

Salary Grade: A19

Salary

Schedule:

This position is based on the  ESP Salary Schedule, School Based Positions (Group

B)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Position Summary

The Campus Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and orderly environment for students, staff, and visitors across assigned district campuses. This position patrols school property, monitors campus activity, enforces school and district policies, responds to incidents and emergencies, and supports student safety and positive school climate. The position works under established procedures and may be reassigned to other district sites based on operational needs.

Campus Monitoring & Patrol

• Patrol school buildings, grounds, parking lots, athletic areas, and surrounding property.
• Monitor entrances, exits, hallways, and common areas to promote safe movement of students and visitors.
• Identify and address unauthorized access, suspicious activity, vandalism, theft, or safety hazards.
• Ensure students possess required hall or parking passes.
• Secure doors, gates, and restricted access areas.

Access Control & Visitor Management

• Verify identification of visitors and determine purpose of visit.
• Ensure visitors follow district sign-in and check-in procedures.
• Escort unauthorized persons from campus when necessary.
• Provide directions and customer service assistance to visitors.

Safety & Incident Response

• Respond to medical incidents, disturbances, fights, alarms, accidents, and other emergencies.
• De-escalate conflicts and restore order using approved intervention methods.
• Provide first aid within training guidelines and report injuries.
• Assist with lockdowns, evacuations, drills, and emergency operations.
• Prepare accurate incident, discipline, and safety reports.

Student & Staff Support

• Build positive working relationships with students, staff, families, and community members.
• Assist administrators with locating students, escorts, and behavior support.
• Support arrival, dismissal, lunch periods, after-school activities, and athletic events.
• Reinforce Student Conduct and Discipline Code and campus expectations.

Compliance & Collaboration

• Participate in required meetings, drills, and professional development.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and personnel information.
• Work collaboratively with administrators, district staff, and law enforcement as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of school safety practices, campus security procedures, and emergency response protocols.
• Skill in observation, conflict de-escalation, and report writing.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups.
• Ability to remain calm and decisive during emergencies.
• Ability to patrol large campuses and respond quickly to incidents.
• Ability to use security communication equipment and technology.

• REQUIRED: High school diploma or equivalent.
• REQUIRED: Must complete district-required first aid, CPI, and safety training.
• REQUIRED: Must pass required background checks and pre-employment screenings.
• PREFERRED: Prior experience in security, school safety, military, or law enforcement.

Work is performed in and around District school buildings and grounds. The role includes regular interaction with students, staff, and visitors and may involve responding to safety concerns, behavioral incidents, and emergency situations. Exposure to indoor and outdoor environments, including varying weather conditions, may occur.

This position is primarily active and requires frequent walking and standing throughout the workday, with occasional sitting. Employees must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently, and infrequently exert force exceeding 100 pounds in emergency or safety situations. Movements may include bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching overhead and at ground level, and maintaining balance.

The role requires the ability to grasp, hold, and manipulate objects and perform fine motor tasks.

Employees must be able to receive, process, and communicate information effectively through verbal, visual, or auditory means, with or without reasonable accommodation. The position requires maintaining awareness and the ability to respond appropriately in dynamic situations.

• Non-Recurring Pay: 7% of base salary in Non-Recurring Pay…