Security Specialist

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Security Specialist
• Date Posted: 2/9/2026
• Date Available:
  
  ASAP
• Closing Date: 02/27/2026

Under the supervision of the Director of Security or designee the Security Specialist assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for students, employees and visitors through security policies, access control procedures, emergency management, procedures and asset protection.

• Assist the Director of Security with safety and security training related to emergency preparedness to include fire and crisis drills
• Serve as a liaison with local first responder agencies and may assist officials during all critical incidents which impact school operations
• Attend organizational meetings as necessary
• Assist the facilities director/manager to address school security infrastructure matters at the discretion of the Director of Security
• Participate in trainings related to school laws, policies and procedures regarding school safety and security
• Assist in updating and implementing the "All Hazard Plans" and maintain compliance relative to the required annual updates under the Director of Security
• Assist in compiling and recording data related to school safety and security reports and Fire & Crisis information as required by the State of CT
• Communicate with school administrators to discuss building security related issues regarding alarms, all hazards plan, visitor management, access control, video and other security issues
• Work closely with the Director of Security relative to all aspects of school security
• Provide input in the development of in-service programs for security guards
• Assist the Director of Security with overseeing security guard operations as needed
• Assist with updating the Alarm codes for all sites on a regular basis
• Issue IDs to staff and new employees as required
• Enter Access Card credentials for authorized staff
• Assist the Security Maintenance Technician with Access Cards and video systems
• Support the Fingerprint Office's safety and security protocols by coordinating criminal background and Department of Children and Families (DCF) checks, as needed
• Assist with Visitor Management System implementation and maintenance under the direction of the Director of Security

• Assist and perform the duties of the Fingerprinting Specialist in their absence
• Perform any other related duties as assigned

Note:

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and responsibility.

• Live Scan Fingerprint System
• Visitor Management Hardware & Software
• Video System Hardware & Software

Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers, scanners and copiers.

Travel between CREC central offices, schools and programs as required.

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers, visitor management hardware, video cameras and access control systems and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel)
• Ability to problem solve job-related issues
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
• Ability to process paperwork accurately and in a timely manner according to standardized procedures
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to the Director of Security as required
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of CREC policies and procedures, principles, guidelines, and best practices

• Work in a standard office
• Sit and stand for periods of time
• Assist customers with rolling of fingers for prints
• Drive between CREC locations

• Bachelor's degree, preferred, and a minimum of 2 years of experience in a professional safety and security position. Law enforcement background preferred
• The ability to complete or assist persons in scheduling appointments, addressing questions and the completion of forms, needed for fingerprinting services
• Experience with methods and techniques of customer service and proper phone etiquette
• Computer skills and knowledge of electronic equipment, hardware, software, including applications and data entry
• Flexibility to deal with changing work environment and problem solve with issues related to fingerprints and identification
• Follow oral and written instructions, gain and maintain productive working relationships
• Able to work under minimal supervision
• Knowledge of Fingerprint concepts and terminology, equipment functions and terminology would be a plus
• Prior Customer Service experience preferred
• Effective customer service and skills