Security Operations Manager

The Bear Creek School•Redmond, WA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The Bear Creek School is currently seeking to add a member to our team! The Security Operations Manager role plays a vital part in fostering a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors across campus. The ideal candidate will take a proactive and visible approach to campus safety, support emergency preparedness efforts, and help ensure that policies and procedures are carried out with consistency and professionalism. As a member of The Bear Creek School, you belong to a vibrant preschool - grade 12 community fully committed to the mission of our school. Bear Creek is a vibrant, mission driven community where faculty and staff are deeply invested in both student growth and one another. The school offers a supportive, collaborative environment where adults are encouraged to learn, serve, and grow alongside students. Rooted in a Christian classical tradition, Bear Creek provides a purposeful and enriching setting where your work contributes to something meaningful each day. Joining Bear Creek means becoming part of a caring community that values excellence, fosters strong relationships, and is committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Prior Experience in law enforcement, military service, campus security, or private security required
Currently held CPR and First Aid Certification (with Epinephrine Auto Injector supplement included), or arrangements made to obtain certification within 90 days of employment start date)
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer. No sponsorship is available for this position
Truthful, positive, and purposeful when communicating with others
Able to use strong written and oral communication skills to transfer thoughts and express ideas
Flexible and adaptable in dealing with new, different or changing requirements
Maintain confidentiality and security of information.
Hold self and others accountable to accomplish results
Effective in handling multiple concurrent tasks
Familiar with Microsoft Word and Outlook, ability to learn and work with the school’s integrated data-based software package as needed
Adhere to biblical standards in all areas of conduct
Must exercise a high degree of professionalism with sound judgement, awareness, and discretion
Demonstrated ability to motivate and interact effectively within a large community
Ability to meet deadlines
Ability to stand and walk the campus for extended periods of time
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds if necessary
Capacity to remain alert and attentive throughout assigned shifts

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Incident Command System preferred
Training in emergency response, de-escalation, or crisis management preferred
Ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Experience in school or youth-centered environment preferred

Responsibilities

Provide morning and afternoon parking lot supervision to ensure safe and efficient traffic flow
Oversee campus access points and visitor check-in procedures
Manage and maintain the campus card access system
Monitor and support the campus camera system
Maintain a visible safety presence across multiple campuses
Enforce school safety policies and procedures in a consistent and professional manner
Provide safety support for school events, athletic activities, and after-hours functions as assigned
Oversee and maintain the school’s emergency operations plan
Coordinate and conduct emergency drills and related training for staff and students in accordance with best practices and state standards
Manage annual fire safety requirements, including planning and compliance coordination
Build and maintain relationships with local emergency management, law enforcement and fire departments
Oversee communication systems, including handheld radios, to ensure operational readiness
Coordinate inspections and maintenance of fire panels, sprinkler systems, and fire extinguishers
Maintain and update the Emergency Operations Plan, including procedures and assigned roles
Manage emergency supplies and inventory; provide recommendations for improvements
Communicate safety concerns clearly and professionally
Proactively identify and address campus safety concerns to mitigate risk