School Security Officer; Tulsa

School Security Officer (Tulsa)

Location: Epic Charter School Tulsa Office – Tulsa, Oklahoma

Position Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $23.95 per hour (estimated $50,000 annually)

Classification: Non‑exempt

Reports To: Chief Officer of School Safety and Security

Job : 5678990

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Starting Date: Immediately

Summary: School Security Officers (SSO) are responsible for ensuring the safety of staff and students at all Epic Charter School sites. SSOs keep schools safe, educate staff and students about safety policies, liaise with law enforcement and community resources, and serve as role models for students.

• Ensures compliance with the comprehensive security/school safety program, including assisting with the development and implementation of security plans for special events involving any facilities under the jurisdiction of Epic Charter Schools.
• Assists in providing training and assistance to site‑based administrators and other employees in matters of security and safety.
• Responds to routine safety requests, inquiries, complaints, alarms, and emergency messages, identifying and recognizing criminal acts.
• Conducts interior and exterior foot patrols of Epic Charter Schools owned, leased, and partner properties to mitigate criminal activity and protect students, employees, vendors, and community partners.
• Investigates suspicious activity on Epic Charter School property.
• Maintains a positive working relationship with staff members regarding issues related to school safety, security, and traffic on school property.
• Works closely with members of the Facilities Department to prevent issues from becoming security problems.
• Monitors school security cameras periodically and responds to safety concerns; performs minor repairs on surveillance equipment as needed.
• Monitors and evaluates site safety drills, making recommendations for improvement to principals or site supervisors.
• Remains active and visible at all times, especially during high‑activity periods such as morning arrivals, lunch periods, and the evening pick‑up period.
• Checks and identifies unknown persons and intruders observed on school property.
• Maintains a positive and helpful attitude when assisting students and families.
• Assists with any and all emergencies occurring on assigned properties.
• Checks unknown vehicles found on school property.
• Maintains a positive working relationship with local law enforcement and fire officials.
• Prepares and submits written reports regarding violence, drug activity, smoking/vapes, criminal activity on school property, etc., to site and district administrators, and law enforcement when applicable, in a timely manner.
• Works with committees designed to optimize school safety; works with the community and local law enforcement on safety initiatives.
• May assist with training and teaching opportunities involving staff and students.
• Responds to any potential threats on school premises during working hours.
• Retrieves security footage requested by authorities or EPIC leadership. Builds relationships between Epic and local responders.
• Assigns and distributes door access cards. Pulls access reports as requested.
• Assists Epic Charter School vendors and community partners as needed.
• Checks to ensure doors are secured and locked during operating hours and at the end of the day.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Support the Level 1 threat assessment process by gathering information and participating in threat assessment meetings.
• Provide school staff with guidance on threat reporting protocols and act as a liaison to BTAM specialist and Chief Officer with related incidents.
• Participate in grant‑related training and help deliver staff and student safety education.
• Conduct site security checks and report risks or breaches.
• Support execution by helping staff and students follow procedures and ensuring safety equipment is functional.

• No supervisory responsibilities

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in security in a school setting…