Substitute Security Officer

Position Summary: Legacy Christian Academy is seeking "as needed" support for our Security Team. The ideal candidate must be a Level III Commissioned Security Officer to provide additional security personnel when needed, ensuring the safety and security of students and staff.

Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following:

• Communications - Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form. Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Student/Staff Support - Displays courtesy and sensitivity. Manages difficult or emotional situations. Meets commitments.
• Dependability - Commits to doing the best job possible. Follows instruction. Keeps commitments. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines. Responds to requests for service and assistance. Takes responsibility for own actions.
• Planning & Organization - Integrates changes smoothly. Plans for additional resources. Prioritizes and plans work activities. Sets goals and objectives. Uses time efficiently. Works in an organized manner.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Level III Security Officer Certification required. Level IV preferred. Must have a valid Texas driver's license and be able to pass a criminal background and reference check.
• Highly proficient in the use of handguns
• Working knowledge of Texas DPS private security board rules and regulations.
• Working knowledge of DPS PSB Force Continuum.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Ability to read and follow instructions and operate independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written.
• Basic computer skills.
• Accuracy, integrity, trustworthiness and professionalism
• Ability to work under stressful circumstances.
• Ability to exhibit prompt, reliable and sustainable attendance.
• Flexibility

Education/Experience:

High School Diploma, Police Academy or Military training preferred. Five to seven years' experience.

Language Ability:

Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, handbooks, and procedure manuals. Write routine reports and correspondence.

Reasoning Ability:

Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate a reasonable level of computer literacy.

Expectations:

• acknowledge Christ as Savior and support the school's Statement of Faith and Philosophy Statement;
• be a Christian role model in attitude, speech, and actions towards others. This includes being committed to God's Biblical standards for sexual conduct (Luke 6:40).
• possess evidence of competence in area of instruction, or other adequate preparation, background, or experience as determined by the school administrator;
• have a working knowledge of and follow LCA's Employee Handbook, Parent & Student Handbook.
• sign and live by the school's Lifestyle Statement and Moral Integrity Statement as a condition for employment and continued employment in this ministry;
• maintain confidentiality in the operation of the classroom and the school;
• refrain from unwholesome talk, including profanity, slang (language widely used and accepted, but not appropriate for godliness) or jokes that may be offensive;
• place his/her school ministry ahead of other jobs or volunteer activities; and
• maintain a personal appearance that models cleanliness, modesty, and good taste consistent with school policy.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed in an athletic/field environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job requires employee to be moderately active during job time frame, job is performed outside for the majority of the time. Must have the ability to stand for extended periods of time; walk, run, jump, stretch, sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. Exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal levels, outdoors and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly; physical agility to lift up to 50 - 100 pounds; and to bend, to stoop, to sit on the floor, to climb stairs, to walk and to reach overhead. Employee must have the ability to demonstrate proper techniques and skills needed for athletic participation.

CORE VALUES:

Legacy Christian Academy affirms these essential beliefs and strives to honor and uphold them in all aspects of school life.

• Pursuit of Truth. We affirm "all truth is God's truth" through a liberal arts education that fosters a love for learning and a desire for wisdom. (John 8:32: and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free)
• Primacy of Scripture. We teach all subjects from a biblical worldview and we apply the truth and authority of biblical principles in all situations. (2 Timothy 3:16-17: All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.)
• Imago Dei. We respect all people as individuals created in the image of God and we celebrate the diversity of gifts and callings. (Genesis 1:26: Then God said, "Let us make man in our image, after our likeness.)
• Covenant relationships. We build relationships that foster mutual support, respect, and a commitment to promote the welfare of others. (Philippians 2:3-4: Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others
• Discipleship. We, as Christ-followers, are committed to a life of virtue and acting as agents in God's plan of restoration. (Matthew 16:24: Then Jesus told his disciples, if anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me.)
• Servant-leadership. We provide opportunities to serve one another, our community, and our world. (Matthew 20:26-28: But whoever would be great among you must be your servant, and whoever would be first among you must be your slave, even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.)

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.