School Security Officer - 3 Positions

TITLE:          School Security Officer

QUALIFICATIONS

• Hold a High School Diploma or its equivalent
• Associates Degree or higher preferred
• Previous security experience preferred
• Provide evidence that health is adequate to fulfill the job functions and responsibilities, with reasonable accommodation pursuant to Illinois School Code.
• Pass the State required Tuberculosis Test as required by Illinois School Code.
• Meet such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

SKILLS

• Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Functions as a team member
• Exhibits knowledge of Crisis Prevention Intervention techniques
• Proposes, develops, and implements conflict resolution strategies

CHARACTERISTICS

• Exhibits a personality that demonstrates interpersonal skills to relate well with Students, Staff, Administration, Parents and the Community.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.

REPORTS TO:      
Safety and Security Administrator

Building Administration

MAINTAINS LIAISON WITH:

Central Administration
Building Administration
Teachers and Staff
Parents and Students
School Liaison Officers

SUPERVISES:       
Students, under the authority of the Principal.


JOB GOAL:
To help facilitate a safe and welcoming school environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(The following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.)

• Interacts with the students and faculty to promote an atmosphere of safety within the school.
• Ensures a smooth traffic flow of students through the hallways, assists students with on-time arrival to class and to assigned locations.
• Monitors the interior/exterior of school buildings using multiple security cameras or on foot.
• Produces and disseminates surveillance footage as necessary.
• Removes disruptive students from classes when needed.
• Demonstrates patience and emotional detachment in stress filled situations and displays a commanding presence that allows the officer to attain control of stress filled situations.
• Provides crowd control at public gatherings.
• Keeps the Administration advised on all matters dealing with security measures.
• Watches for disturbances, fights, unauthorized visitors, or criminal activity.  Assesses danger and calls for assistance if necessary.
• Intervenes in disturbances, utilizing verbal and physical skills to obtain and maintain control of situations, as appropriate, and evaluates the situation to determine proper disposition of the situation.
• Identifies and reports hazardous situations and maintains control of scene while notifying appropriate authorities.
• Participates in yearly training such as, but not limited to:
  1. CPI de-escalation
  2. Mandatory online District Training
  3. Professional Development associated with the job or District
• Participates in other appropriate in-service and workshop programs.
• Utilizes investigative techniques, as appropriate, in preparation of reports to Administration.
• Displays ethical and professional behavior in working with Students, Parents, School Personnel, and Outside Agencies associated with the school.
• Promotes a positive image and acts as a role model for students.
• Acts as a resource to Students, Parents, and Faculty Members, meeting with them on an as needed basis.
• Other job-related duties assigned by Administration.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary is based upon qualifications and the established salary schedule. Work year is set in accordance with the attendance days of students.
Non-Exempt

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will b