Job Description

The Security Specialist provides for the safety and welfare of facilities and occupants during non-classroom activities; minimizes the frequency and/or severity of harmful incidents; and communicates observations and/or incidents that have a potential impact on the general well-being of students, school personnel, and/or visitors.

Qualifications

Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Certificates & Licenses: Valid Driver's License and copy of driving record.

Experience: Job related experience is desired.

Essential Functions

• Communicates when necessary with police and fire departments to address immediate safety concerns and emergency situations.
• Communicates school policies and enforcement procedures to students, personnel and visitors to ensure their understanding and the potential consequences of violation.
• Intervenes in potential conflicts to minimize disruptions of campus property.
• Keeps detailed logs of all events, calls, and radio contacts.
• Operates and monitors electronic devices including both audio and visual alarms, and other surveillance devices.
• Operates the communications systems, radios and leased lines.
• Patrols Board property when and as assigned to provide for the safety and welfare of facilities, school personnel, and visitors.
• Prepares documentation (e.g. incident and activity reports, security logs, etc.).
• Refers incidents to appropriate site personnel (e.g. injuries, altercations, suspicious activities, etc.) to ensure follow-up in accordance with administrative guidelines.
• Reports observations and incidents relating to specific incidents (e.g. accidents, fights, inappropriate social behavior, violations of rules, etc.) to appropriate instructional and/or administrative personnel for follow-up action.
• Responds to emergency situations to address immediate safety concerns.
• Works a flexible schedule to accommodate job requirements including emergencies, nighttime, weekend, and holiday duties.

Clearances

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
• Tuberculosis Skin Test.

Public Health Compliance

• Proof of COVID vaccination. Exemptions for religious/medical will be reviewed.
• Must follow safety and health protocols.

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