School Safety Officer Afternoons - Oakland County MI

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Oakland County, MI

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Fortis Group is hiring an on-call, part-time School Safety Officer for various locations in Oakland County, Michigan. The role protects the rights and property of educational institutions, including facilities, faculty, and students, by enforcing security and safety policies and procedures. The officer provides an armed deterrence, advises the principal on school security and safety matters, investigates criminal activity, and liaises with local law enforcement. Officers work independently and as part of a team. The schedule is Monday through Friday afternoons, with possible evening or weekend events. The position pays $30.00 per hour, with overtime paid after 8 hours. Officers must be available during school hours and for additional hours at school events as needed. The role emphasizes student wellness and care through daily engagement, professional communication with faculty, prevention and reporting of security vulnerabilities, and safe student movement around school grounds. Officers respond to incidents, conduct patrols and checks, monitor access and traffic, maintain incident logs, operate security systems, support emergency procedures and drills, and collaborate with school staff and emergency services. Work may take place indoors and outdoors in varying weather and may involve hazardous or stressful situations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
State-certified active or former law enforcement officer with at least 5 years of experience.
Valid Concealed Pistol License (CPL) and excellent marksmanship skills.
Strong understanding of crisis management and conflict resolution techniques.
Ability to pass a thorough background check.
Proven integrity, professionalism, and dedication to duty.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Professionalism, courtesy, diligence, and care of duty.
Availability during school hours and for additional hours at school events as needed.
Ability to stand or walk for extended periods, including in adverse weather.
Physical capacity to respond swiftly to emergencies.
Good eyesight and hearing to observe, detect, and respond to security threats.
Ability to occasionally lift or carry heavy objects, walk or run long distances, and use stairs.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle with precision.
Ability to use firearms and other weapons.
Ability to think clearly and make quick decisions in stressful situations.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or a related field.
Experience working in a school or youth-focused environment.
CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Respond promptly to security incidents and emergencies, take appropriate action, and report them to relevant authorities and company management.
Assist the principal and faculty with security-related requests.
Patrol school grounds and interior buildings at regular intervals.
Conduct regular door checks to verify interior security.
Monitor student arrival and dismissal, parking lots, bus routes, exits, and school entrances.
Follow school dismissal and school-event entry and dismissal protocols, and help ensure visitor protocols are followed.
Maintain accurate and updated logs of incidents, emergencies, and actions taken.
Follow directions and orders from management and supervision.
Operate and maintain CCTV cameras, alarm systems, and access-control systems.
Engage students daily with an emphasis on student wellness and care, and build rapport with faculty through professional discussion and dialogue.
Monitor school grounds and facilities for student, staff, and visitor safety.
Identify security vulnerabilities, report them promptly to school management, and support mitigation strategies.
Ensure safe student transit on school grounds, particularly during arrival and departure.
Maintain thorough knowledge of school emergency procedures.
Use conflict resolution and de-escalation when necessary.
Collaborate with law enforcement and emergency services.
Facilitate and participate in fire drills, lockdowns, evacuations, and other safety drills.
Train and educate school staff and students on safety procedures and preventive measures.
Assist with traffic and parking management on school premises.
Adhere to company policies and procedures.
Safeguard and secure all equipment, especially firearms, at all times.