School Safety and Security Staff - Afternoon Shift

Campus Safety and Security Officer The primary purpose of this position is to ensure the safety, security, and welfare of all students, faculty, staff, and visitors while under the direction and supervision of the Head of Security. This position will work to foster positive relationships with students while also working in tandem with existing Administrative practices and building procedures to maintain order, prevent crime, and assist the building Administration with operations or at school-sponsored events when necessary and appropriate. Must be available to work games, weekends, and special events. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Help create and maintain a culture of respect and responsibility that promotes personal development and learning in line with our school mission by maintaining discipline, order, and dress code; Ensures the security, safety, and well-being of all personnel, visitors, and the premises Reports to the Principal and/or Head of Security of any behavior infractions (minor and/or major) Always maintain a positive and courteous demeanor; practice open dialogue and understanding, and communicate with others in an honest, professional, and respectful manner Demonstrate a high level of awareness, good judgment, and critical thinking skills in all aspects of the position Logs all observations, occurrences and surveillance activities and ensures to complete daily log/reports Regularly patrols and monitors school perimeter, school grounds, athletic facilities and parking lots; ensuring that access is limited to approved and specified points of entry to deter, detect as well as report and stop violations of the law and/or school policies and procedures; completes security rounds as assigned Responds to critical incidents and investigates to determine cause then takes appropriate action Detects, investigates, and reports unauthorized or suspicious persons, vehicles and activities Monitors surveillance cameras, communicating necessary information to prompt required investigation and facilitating the appropriate emergency response Notifies the administrative staff, police, fire department, or other appropriate authorities of security or emergency situations Assists administrators and staff in crisis and emergency situations Makes rapid and appropriate decisions during stressful situations Assists injured persons and determines appropriate action in a timely manner including contacting emergency medical personnel when necessary Provides crowd control for student, adult, and community events/activities (as assigned) to ensure compliance with school safety and security procedures KNOWLEDGE OF: Conflict resolution strategies Excellent problem solving and people management skills. Computer skills and knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite, electronic monitoring and programming software. Responsible and professional leadership. Ability to review and evaluate operating procedures and recommend improvements. Strong ability to provide a very high level of customer service to school and community. Knowledge in working with technical communications systems, programs and equipment during daily operations and emergency circumstances. Knowledge of current security and safety best practices for school safety (including in technology software) ABILITY TO: Mastery of video surveillance of building cameras, monitors and mobile devices Build positive relationships with students, staff, parents and community members. Facilitate the resolution of conflict Plan, organize and manage time and resources Ability to multitask while working on a computer and monitoring several technology outlets simultaneously. Provide input for ongoing security and safety improvements PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must have the ability to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, climb stairs and walk for extended periods of time, Must have the ability to lift and move weight up to 50 lbs. Must not have any limitations of motion, and vision and hearing should be rated as acceptable to obtain the required driver's license. Have the visual acuity necessary to observe and comprehend student movement. Exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, operate a two-way radio and use lock and key devices. During an emergency, the ability to work in a fast paced and stressful environment while maintaining the ability to articulate and communicate in an effective manner. Ability to operate a motor vehicle. Must have the ability to communicate verbally, in writing, and perform functions from oral and written instructions. Must have the ability to evaluate written materials. The employee frequently must meet multiple demands from several people. Ability to view and monitor video display terminals and mobile devices as required. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Hourly Routinely Monday through Friday with some weekends