School Safety & Transportation Coordinator

Atlas Schools•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a tuition-free, open enrollment, K-12 charter school in Colorado Springs dedicated to preparing students for success through educational excellence, character development, and community engagement. The school is committed to student proficiency, academic rigor, and robust family support, as well as staff development and a competitive total rewards package. The school serves a diverse student population, with 92% socioeconomically disadvantaged and 86% Hispanic students.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Two years of experience working with adolescents in a school, youth services, security, transportation, law enforcement, or related setting.
Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with students while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
Strong conflict de-escalation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to recognize safety concerns, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate records.
Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and web-based information systems.
Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, families, and community partners.
Valid driver's license and successful completion of all required background checks.
Ability to walk extensively throughout campus during arrival, dismissal, lunch periods, and security patrols.
Ability to stand for extended periods while monitoring student activity, traffic flow, parking areas, and athletic events.
Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, and precipitation.
Ability to climb stairs and navigate uneven surfaces across campus facilities and grounds.
Ability to observe and respond to student, visitor, and vehicle activity across multiple locations.
Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and safety concerns.
Ability to maintain visual and auditory awareness sufficient to monitor campus safety and security.
Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings for athletic events and coverage during Security Manager absences.

Nice To Haves

Builds trust and rapport with students while maintaining clear expectations and professional boundaries.
Maintains a calm, confident presence during difficult situations.
Is approachable, visible, and relationship-focused.
Notices details and proactively addresses safety concerns before they escalate.
Uses good judgment when making decisions with limited supervision.
Is dependable, flexible, and willing to adjust priorities based on the needs of the school day.
Communicates respectfully with students, families, and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrates integrity, discretion, and professionalism in all interactions.

Responsibilities

Serve as the point person for middle school camera footage and coverage during peak times (arrival, recess, dismissal).
Support parking permit walks and issue tickets as needed.
Monitor the elementary school parking lot during student dismissal.
Cover responsibilities of the Security Manager during absences.
Rotate athletic home game coverage with the Security Manager.
Maintain a visible presence on campus to promote a safe and positive environment.
Respond promptly to student behavior concerns and safety incidents.
Assist administrators with student investigations by reviewing surveillance footage and documenting findings.
Identify areas needing increased supervision and recommend proactive safety measures.
Monitor campus entrances, visitor access, and parking areas.
Support emergency drills and assist during emergency response situations.
Document incidents accurately and prepare reports.
Develop positive relationships with students to encourage accountability, trust, and respect.
Communicate safety concerns to school leadership in a timely manner.
Maintain accurate transportation rosters and student rider information.
Track vehicle mileage, usage, and maintenance documentation.
Maintain transportation behavior records and assist with follow-up communication.
Assist with transportation planning during school events and field trips.
Provide operational support to the Transportation Manager during schedule changes and daily problem-solving.
Assist families with transportation registration and rider updates.