Security Officer

Position Requirements

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor’s degree preferred. 
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience as a full-time law enforcement officer, with preference for previous SRO experience. 
• Valid Peace Officer certification (POST or TCOLE) and SRO certification (typically 40 hours). 
• Must pass comprehensive background checks, including fingerprinting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Comprehensive understanding of federal, state, and local laws, juvenile law, and legal procedures regarding school searches, seizures, and arrests. 
• Familiarity with safety assessments, crisis management, emergency response planning (e.g., active shooter/assailant protocols), and Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED). 
• Understanding the adolescent brain, mental health crises, and social-emotional needs of students. 
• Knowledge of social service resources, community agencies, and security technology (surveillance, access control). 
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including active listening, public speaking for classroom instruction, and the ability to interact with students, staff, and parents. 
• Ability to analyze situations quickly, manage conflicts, and use de-escalation techniques as a first resort. 
• Ability to act as an informal counselor, positive role model, and mentor to students. 
• Proficiency with technology, including Google Suite, incident reporting software, and social media platforms. 
• Must maintain physical fitness to perform duties such as running, climbing, and restraining individuals if necessary.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision, making sound decisions under stress. 
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team with school administrators, teachers, and school-based professionals. 
• Flexibility to shift between roles of law enforcer, educator, and counselor.
• Must be able to work in the evenings and some weekends.
• Ability to engage with a diverse student body, staff, and community with sensitivity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Position

• Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry.
• Obtains help by sounding alarms and being an active participant in emergency situations.
• Prevents losses and damage by reporting irregularities; informing violators of policy and procedures; reporting trespassers.
• Controls traffic by directing drivers.
• Completes reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities.
• Maintains environment by monitoring and walking patrols.
• Maintains organization's stability and reputation by complying with policies and procedures.
• Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

We are open to learning more about your unique background that may contribute to meaningful alternatives to the above qualifications.