Campus Security Officer

The Campus Security Officer will provide safety and security for the school campus through proactive patrol of the school property, including monitoring traffic control before and after school as well as during school sanctioned events. The Campus Security Officer will also assist with safety plans/drills and will respond to emergency situations to address immediate security concerns.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Serves as the Campus Security Officer for the assigned campus
• Coordinates with and reports to the Director of Security regarding all school safety/emergency procedures
• Provides security when school is in session, normally between the hours of 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Conducts traffic control before school and after school
• Assists with lock down drills, fire drills, school safety procedures, and executes plans to ensure a safe environment
• Patrols school property to maintain safety and security, enforce school policies, monitor passing periods, provide visibility, and deter crime
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of addressing immediate security/safety concerns
• Maintains confidentiality and follows all school guidelines regarding student, staff and parent interactions
• Provides traffic control, parking directions, and security for crowd control at mutually agreed upon school events and activities
• Adheres to Valley Christian policies, procedures/processes, and codes
• Performs other related assigned duties

Qualifications and Skills:

• Have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ that is a consistent testimony among others
• Agree to uphold Valley Christian’s Mission & Beliefs which can be found at http://valleychristianaz.org/about/philosophy/
• Faithfully attend and financially support a local church whose beliefs are in agreement with our school’s Mission & Beliefs.
• Must have and maintain a valid level one IVP fingerprint card
• Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license
• Must be VCS certified to conceal carry on a school campus
• Must have excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Must be self-motivated and willing to learn new tasks or skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Ability to multi-task with organizational skills
• Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment and to react with discretion under varying conditions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and appropriate relationships with employees, students and outside vendors and businesses

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent and experience in the security field; or
• Bachelor's degree in a related field

Preferred Skills and Knowledge:

• Prior school security experience
• Law enforcement experience
• Knowledge of security patrol and emergency techniques/procedures

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings
• Must be able to work during prolong periods of standing and walking at events
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
• Must be able to travel locally to other school campuses if required

Background Check Statement:

VCS conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

About Valley Christian Schools:

Valley Christian Schools offers students in Kindergarten through 12th Grade big school opportunities in a small school environment. Established in 1982, VCS provides 1100 students a distinctly Christian education with excellent academics, championship athletics, award-winning fine arts and a supporting community that encourages spiritual growth and the success of our students in and out of the classroom across our two East Valley campuses. Valley Christian is ranked as one of the Top 50 Christian high schools in the U.S., the #1 Christian High School in Arizona, and as one of the Top 125 Places to Work in Arizona. For more information visit, www.valleychristianaz.org.