Safety and Security Officer (12 Month/Second Shift)

Lake Forest School Districts 67 & 115 • Lake Forest, IL

24d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the management and supervision of the Director of Safety and Security, the Safety and Security Officer provides a safe and secure environment for students, staff, and visitors at the East and West Campuses of Lake Forest High School. The position is responsible for patrolling the school and campus facilities, staffing internal and external screening posts, protecting school assets and investigating violations of school board policies on school property, and at school-sponsored events. The position rotates duties among several work stations throughout each day, as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to obtain a valid Non-CDL License for the purpose of transporting students
• Training in a security-related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the noted knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and positive problem solving attitude
• Comfortable and pleasant demeanor in busy environments
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work with speed, attention to detail, consistency, and organization
• Ability to prioritize workflow while working with many individuals
• Ability to work harmoniously, cooperatively, and effectively with all stakeholders
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work effectively in office and school-based management systems
• Ability to apply standard security procedures and best practices
• Ability to respond to provided training and maintain training
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to adhere to Board of Education policies and procedures

Nice To Haves

• Completion of college-level courses in the area of security, psychology, emergency management, or criminal justice
• Security experience in a public school setting
• Experience with office and school-based management systems

Responsibilities

• Patrols and monitors assigned areas, grounds and parking lots to deter, detect, stop, investigate and report unauthorized or suspicious persons, vehicles and activities
• Reports all hazardous and dangerous conditions that may affect the safety and security of students, staff, and visitors
• Maintains the orderly flow of vehicle, bus and pedestrian traffic in the parking lot and during student arrival and departure times
• Assists with the posting of approved signage and notification flags at exterior access points
• Checks lots to ensure vehicles have proper parking authorization and are parked in assigned areas
• Coordinates traffic and parking for extra-curricular activities and events on campus
• Performs a daily walk through inspections of facilities to ensure doors/gates are opened and secured at designated times
• Supports administrators and staff during emergency and crisis situations
• Assists with the implementation of fire drills and other emergency response protocols
• Works with school administrators to identify students violating school board policy
• Monitors surveillance cameras to observe campus activity in designated areas
• Establishes security presence during evening events such as athletic competitions, open houses, dances, graduation ceremonies, etc
• Maintains a professional demeanor at all times and develops positive relationships with students, staff and community members
• Serves as a single point of contact at the Welcome Center and Commons; assigned duties include screening visitors, answering the phone, assisting staff, monitoring Life Safety Systems, directing first responders and supervising student check-in/out
• Maintains security records, logs, and reports
• Makes recommendations to address deficiencies and improve school safety and security
• Attends and successfully completes all staff development training as required by state law or as directed by the Safety and Security Director or School Administration
• Abides by School District policy and Safety and Security Department guidelines and directives
• Collaborates effectively with school administrators, teachers, support staff, facilities, transportation, student services, athletics and other district departments to support safe, secure and efficient school operations.
• Reads and responds to email communications
• Safely operates a vehicle in all traffic conditions
• Protects the confidentiality of records and information about students, staff and school operations
• Serves as a team player and role model for other employees in the organization; demonstrates a commitment to continuous quality improvement; supports and exhibits organizational core values of caring, respect, integrity, professionalism, and responsibility, values diversity and demonstrates sound problem solving and responsible decision-making skills
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times
• Transport students using district vehicle as needed
• Performs other job related duties as assigned by direct supervisor
• Adheres to Board of Education policies, procedures, and student rights and responsibilities

Benefits

• $19.50/hour
• Stipend for Retired Law Enforcement Officers
• Vacation, Personal and Sick Leave provided
• Reimbursement - up to $1300 annually for tuition reimbursement
• Insurance - 100% district paid Single HMO Health (other options are also available)
• Retirement - IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund) - the district pays the full district premium, employees pay the 4.5% employee contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED