2026 Campus Safety Officer

THADEN SCHOOL•Bentonville, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Campus Safety Officer is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the School's safety and security policies. This role involves assisting with student drop-off and pick-up, conducting regular safety assessments and risk analyses, and coordinating emergency preparedness drills. The officer serves as the primary contact for safety concerns, trains staff and students on safety procedures, and collaborates with law enforcement, emergency responders, and school administration. Key duties also include monitoring security systems, investigating incidents, and assisting with facility needs for school events and deliveries as directed by the Director of Safety and Security.

Requirements

Minimum of five years’ experience in campus security, law enforcement, or a related field.
Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of students, parents, staff, faculty, and other constituents.
Ability to prioritize effectively and work in a self-directed manner.
Excellent judgment, poise, and discretion.
Ability to positively represent the school in all settings and circumstances.
Appreciation for the educational mission and culture of the school.
A founding spirit that embraces new challenges.

Nice To Haves

Current CSSO certified with Arkansas State Police or a reserve officer with a local department.
Fluency in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Developing, implementing, and maintaining the School's safety and security policies.
Assisting with morning drop-off, afternoon pick-up, and bus loading and unloading.
Conducting regular safety assessments and risk analyses.
Coordinating emergency preparedness drills (fire drills, lockdown drills, evacuation procedures, etc.).
Serving as the contact for safety concerns and incidents.
Training staff and students on safety procedures and protocols.
Collaborating with law enforcement, emergency responders, and school administration.
Monitoring security systems, including cameras, alarms, and access controls.
Investigating and documenting safety incidents.
Assisting facility needs as time and duties allow with the set-up of school events, delivery of goods, and other related duties as determined by the Director of Safety and Security.