Commissioned School Security Officer- Crestwood Elementary

North Little Rock School District North Little Rock School District
- Safety Services
- North Little Rock, Arkansas Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Commissioned School Security Officer

Job Status:
Full Time

Reports To:

Security Captain FLSA Status:
Exempt

Classification:
Non-Licensed Amount of Travel: 50% - 75%

Date Created:
February 2021 Level: District Level Position

Salary Range: $29,725-$38,377

Work Schedule:

190 Days

Position Summary: The North Little Rock School District (NLRSD) is seeking exceptional applications for Commissioned School Security Officers (CSSO). The CSSO will provide an armed component to the overall NLRSD Safety and Security Team. In addition, an ideal candidate should be committed to high standards for safety and security procedures.

• Prevent unauthorized visitors from entering school buildings and/or loitering on school grounds.
• Provide armed security for all occupants of school buildings and grounds.
• Oversee and participate in security inspections and assessments of school facilities.
• Monitor a reporting system designed to detect security issues in school facilities.
• Make recommendations to correct identified security issues.
• Inform counselors, parents, teachers and school administrators of student behavior issues.
• Serve as liaison with police, fire and other municipal departments to ensure maximum use of their services in order to provide adequate security and safety.
• Prepare reports and assist in special assignments as directed.
• Use computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software in performing work assignments.
• Assist with fire drills and other emergency building evacuations.
• Read and respond to email communications.
• Abide by district security guidelines, directives, and post orders.
• Attend and successfully complete all staff development training as required by state law or directed by supervisors.
• Assist administrators and staff in crisis and emergency situations.
• Assist with traffic control on school campuses when needed.
• Attends court as necessary when related to school district legal matters.
• Report suspected bullying to building principals or designees as required by Arkansas law and district policies.
• Report to proper authorities any cases of suspected child endangerment, neglect, or abuse.
• Provides on-going training and assistance to site-based staff in matters of safety and security services.
• Abide by all state and federal laws and regulations.
• Adhere to all policies of the District.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the CSSO Sergeant.

Competencies:

• • Comprehensive knowledge of state and local policies and procedures regarding the administration of security/school safety programs.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the safe handling and operation of a semi-automatic handgun and the ability to pass a district-approved firearms qualification course.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the current literature, trends, methods, and developments in the areas of security and school safety.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the ethical guidelines applicable to the position as outlined by professional organizations and/or federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
  • General knowledge of the principles of supervision, organization, and administration.
  • Ability to effectively present information to management, public groups, and/or boards.
  • Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of programs and make recommendations for improvements.
  • Ability to use common office machines and popular computer-driven word processing, spreadsheet, and file maintenance.
  • Ability to maintain complete and accurate records and to develop meaningful reports from them.
  • Ability to effectively express ideas orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• • Three (3) years of experience in law enforcement, security or a related field.
  • An Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice or a related field is preferred or an acceptable level of equivalent experience or job knowledge.
  • Must be 21 years of age
  • Must be willing to submit to and pass a preliminary drug/alcohol screen as well as a post-hire drug/alcohol screen upon request as outlined…