Job OverviewThe School Security Officer works directly with the Division of Safety and Security and the local school Principal to help provide a safe environment for all students, staff and visitors. The School Security Officer assists the Principal in all things safety andsecurity including school regulations regarding conduct. An employee in this position will respond to complaints of losses of personal and school property, develop procedures to deter trespassers from school property, and assist in the establishment and formal audit of local security and safety procedures, including the emergency response plan. The School Security Officer relates well and communicates with students, school staff, and the school community.Roles and ResponsibilitiesThe following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; work may differ and other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate.
- Assists in general supervision of maintaining order within the school grounds and buildings; assists with administrative enforcement of school regulations regarding conduct, and safety and security protocols; responds to complaints of losses of personal and school property; assists in the investigation of violations of the student code of conduct; develops procedures to deter trespassers from school property.
- Acts as a mentor and positive adult role-model to students.
- Serves on the school-based threat assessment team.
- Provides student safety and supervisory assistance on school premises.
- Oversees and coordinates parking and bus regulations on school grounds and reports accidents on school property.
- Assists in the establishment and formal audit of local security and safety procedures including the emergency response plan.
- Assists with and coordinates safety and security training for school-based personnel.
- Assists with developing effective school-community relations and in maintaining a human relations climate which promotes a positive school environment.
- Serves as liaison between law enforcement, fire safety officials, and school administrators.
- Represents the school in court, as needed.
QualificationsBelow are the minimum qualifications for this job. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are also acceptable. Education Bachelor's degree in Law Enforcement or related field Experience Experience supervising school-age children or young adults in any of the following or similar areas: law enforcement, security, juvenile justice system, teaching, teacher's assistant, coaching, counseling, tutoring Licenses and Certifications Valid driver's license Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to enforce regulations regarding student safety and conduct
- Ability to relate to, communicate with, mentor, and supervise students
- Ability to supervise and assist in implementing intervention programs for students displaying unacceptable behavior
- Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions, and to prepare clear and comprehensive oral and written reports
- Ability to monitor student behavior and deter inappropriate behavior on school grounds and property
Physical RequirementsThe following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this job:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly talking, expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. The employee must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. The employee must possess normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn, recall and apply certain practices and policies. Frequently sitting and/or remaining in a stationary position for long periods of time. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.FLSA status: Non-ExemptMonths/Days/Hours: 10 months, 194 days, 8 hours per day Reports to: Supervisor, Safety and SecuritySalary Level: Universal 11Salary Scale: Salary Range: $32.51 - $41.96Additional Details:This is the SWING SHIFT hours between 10AM-6:30 PM