Security Officer (Temporary)

Kamehameha Schools•Kurtistown, HI

4d•$26 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Aloha mai! Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools. If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana! Kamehameha Schools' Kea'au Campus is currently looking for Temporary, On-Call Security Officers who are available to work 8+ hours/week. Flexibility is important, as you may be called in for any shift, 24/7. Our ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of security experience, and a valid Drivers License with acceptable traffic abstract. DCCA Guard Card (or the ability to get one within 60 days) and 1st Aid/CPR certification (or the ability to get on within 6 months) is also required. This position may require some travel, both on and off-island. Job Summary Provides security services for students, faculty, staff, visitors and facilities for Kamehameha Schools. These services include but are not limited to: monitoring CCTV cameras, vehicle and foot patrols of all campus property; enforcing traffic and parking regulations; providing safety and security inspection services; investigating and recording traffic, criminal and non-criminal incidents; parking and crowd supervision; monitoring and restricting access to sacred sites, monitoring vendors and general public access and restricting entry of unauthorized persons or vehicles, directing visitors and delivery vehicles and keeping records on specified vehicles entering or leaving campus.

Requirements

High School Diploma/Equivalent
Minimum of 1 year of related work experience.
Valid Hawaii Driver's license and current driving abstract.
Current DCCA Guard Employee License or ability to obtain certification within 60 days from date of hire.
Current standard First Aid, CPR and AED certification or ability to obtain certification within 6 months from date of hire.
Ability to work independently and flexibility to accommodate a rotational schedule, including 24/7 availability.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Good interpersonal skills, allowing effective interaction with KS staff, students, parents, and the public.
Proficient in computer applications for word processing, spreadsheets, and email, and able to learn, operate, and monitor CCTV systems for recording and review purposes.
Competence in typing and computer use for detailed incident reporting.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 1 year of experience in a security, police, or emergency response role.
Security experience within a K-12 school environment.
Knowledge of security-related software and applications customarily used in the field.
Specialized training in Crisis Intervention, drone operation, defensive tactics, or similar programs.

Responsibilities

Maintains a safe and secure environment by adhering strictly to security protocols and procedures.
Maintains the safety of facilities, property, and individuals on campus through regular vehicle and foot patrols, remaining alert to unusual conditions or unauthorized personnel.
Monitors CCTV cameras, consistently ensuring a vigilant stance toward potential risks or incidents.
Identifies potential safety and/or criminal problems and safety hazards and promptly reports and monitors to minimize risk.
Oversees traffic flow, parking regulations, and crowd control at both regular school events and special functions on and off-campus, ensuring safety and order.
Responds promptly to emergencies, such as workplace violence, intrusions, violence, natural disasters, fires, assaults, or other crisis situations.
When necessary, pursues, apprehends, and detains individuals within jurisdictional limits, using de-escalation techniques and defensive training to manage situations.
Makes sound decisions in potentially high-stakes situations, understanding that errors in judgment or lapses in duty could result in significant legal implications for KS.
Exercises precision and consistency to minimize risks and maintain a legally compliant and safe environment.
Enforces entry restrictions for unauthorized persons or vehicles, manages visitor and delivery access, and keeps detailed records of campus entries and exits.
Conducts safety inspections to ensure compliance with KS security standards.
Investigates and documents traffic, on-campus criminal, and non-criminal incidents, providing thorough written reports to assist in further actions and ensure transparency in all security activities.