Armed School Safety Officer
Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and vigilant Armed School Safety Officer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for responding to emergencies on school campus, checking for security violations, documenting incidents as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as a first responder to violent, disruptive, or other emergency incidents on school property. Take appropriate action to safeguard life, property and order and to provide necessary aid and assistance. Coordinate with and assist law enforcement or other first responders upon their arrival.
Patrol assigned buildings, parking lots, and grounds for illegal activities, suspicious activity or behavior, or dangerous situations. Report matters of concern to school administration and/or law enforcement. Respond appropriately within the authorities granted by law, district policy and company directives.
Confront trespassers and unauthorized visitors to ascertain their business on campus and to prevent unlawful entry onto campus. Escort unauthorized visitors to the main office or off campus, as appropriate and in coordination with school administration.
Monitor student activity and movement in school buildings and throughout the school.
Notify school personnel of serious rule violations, disorderly student behavior or otherwise unsafe conditions.
Check exterior and interior doors to ensure all doors are secured (locked and closed) and all door locks and card readers are operational and functioning properly. Notify school administration of malfunctioning doors/locks and request maintenance for necessary repairs. Maintain a record of unsecured doors.
Operate security systems, including video surveillance systems and two-way radios, to maximize security coverage and protection of people, property and the peaceful conduct of school business. Ensure security systems are operational and properly functioning each day; requests maintenance when needed.
In coordination with school officials, assist with traffic control, traffic and pedestrian management, and parking within the work hours prescribed above. Check vehicles on campus for proper parking authorization and determine if vehicles are parked in restricted areas.
Assist with developing emergency response procedures, as requested. Assist with conducting and participate in fire drills, lockdown drills, and other safety drills. As requested, assist with emergency management, safety, and security training of school personnel.
Participate in safety and security inspections and assessments of assigned schools. Advise school administration of hazardous conditions, unsafe procedures, and other serious security matters. Recommend and assist with implementing mitigation measures.
Communicate with the security supervisor in a timely manner regarding on-going concerns, problems or unresolved issues that jeopardize safety and/or security, violate district policy or protocol, or otherwise hinder the orderly conduct of school business.
Immediately document and report to the appropriate officials any evidence of criminal activity. Cooperate fully with administrative and criminal investigations. Testify in criminal and administrative proceedings as necessary.
Provide security support and assistance at school functions and sporting events occurring on campus within the workdays and work hours described above. Duties include but are not limited to walking among event spectators and other attendees to promote order and to provide a visible presence that promotes safety.
Perform other security-related functions as assigned.
Armed security guards shall report infractions to a school administrator. Armed security guards may not impose discipline on a student but shall, upon request, provide any requested assistance in terms of supplying witness statements, testimony, etc.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand, walk and patrol for extended periods of time
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Good physical condition with the ability to respond to emergencies quickly
Work Schedule:
This is a full time or part time position. Shifts are 8 hours in length and typically between 7:00am and 3:00pm.
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Experience:
Armed Security: 5 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Armed SLED Card (Preferred)
Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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