(Pooled) Security Operations Liaison (ARMED)

Texans Can! Academies•Houston, TX

About The Position

Primary Purpose : To ensure the safety , security , and welfare of all students , faculty , staff , and visitors at Texans Can Academies while under the direction and supervision of the Executive Director of Safety and Security or Designee . This position will work to foster positive relationships with students and the learning community while also working in tandem with existing Administrative practices and building procedures to maintain order , prevent crime , and assist the building Administration with the operations of the school on school property or at school - sponsored events when necessary and appropriate . CAMPUS ASSIGNMENT WILL BE IN DFW

Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred or Qualifying Prior military , law enforcement or security experience
Texas Level III or Level IV Security certification , Texas License to Carry
Valid Texas Driver's License
Strong people and process management skills
Successfully pass a fingerprint criminal background investigation , drug / alcohol screening and mental health evaluation
Excellent problem solving and people management skills
Above average computer skills and knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite , electronic monitoring and programming software
Responsible and professional leadership
Ability to review and evaluate operating procedures and recommend improvements
Strong ability to provide a very high level of customer service to schools and community
Ability to prepare and brief high level and sensitive information reports as required
Knowledge in working with technical communications systems , programs and equipment during daily operations and emergency circumstances
Ability to multitask while working on a computer and monitoring several technology outlets simultaneously
Must have the ability to sit , stand , kneel , stoop , climb stairs and walk for extended periods of time , and run for short periods of time .
Must have the ability to lift and move weight up to 50 lbs .
Must not have any limitations of motion , and vision and hearing should be rated as acceptable to obtain the required driver's license
Exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone , key a two - way radio microphone , operate a keyboard , and use a lock and key devices d uring an emergency , the ability to work in a fast paced and stressful environment while maintaining the ability to articulate and communicate in an effective manner

Nice To Haves

BILINGUAL PREFERRED

Responsibilities

Ensures the security , safety , and well - being of all personnel , visitors and the premises
Patrols and monitors assigned areas of the school building , grounds and parking lots to deter , detect , report and stop violations of the law and / or school board policies
Secures premises and personnel by controlling entry and screening all visitors per district policy
Detects , investigates , and reports unauthorized or suspicious persons , vehicles and activities
Monitors surveillance and security panel alarm systems , communicating necessary information to prompt required investigation and facilitating the appropriate emergency response
Notifies the administrative staff , police , fire department , or other appropriate authorities of security of emergency situations .
Assists administrators and staff in crisis and emergency situations
Assist with planning , coordinating and working special events and projects
Assists the building Administration with the operations of the school
Assists with investigations as needed ( for example , crimes on school property )
Works closely with law enforcement agencies to conduct and participate in any and all training as determined appropriate
Makes rapid and appropriate decisions during stressful situations
Responds to incoming security calls according to established procedures
Responds to critical incidents and investigates to determine cause then takes appropriate action
Assists injured persons and determines appropriate action in a timely manner including contacting emergency medical personnel when necessary
Regularly patrols school perimeter and facilities, including security checks of school sites including the school buildings, ensuring that access is limited to approved and specified points of entry, as well as school grounds, athletic facilities, and parking areas
Supervises or provides crowd control for student, adult, and community events/activities (as assigned) to ensure compliance with school safety and security procedures and Board Policy
Maintains instructor CPR and first aid certification, Stop the Bleed, CPI
Must be willing and able to carry and use all security weapons, including a firearm, in accordance with District protocols
Must qualify with a firearm according to the approved district firearms and ammunition list
Satisfies annual firearms training/certification requirements designated by the Board, such as those available to retired and separated law enforcement officers or school resource officers pursuant to the federal Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act (18 U.S.C. 926B, 926C) and Texas Occupations Code 1702.161; 1702.206