Security Specialist - Cherry Creek High School

Cherry Creek Schools•CO, CO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Specialist provides a safe and secure school environment and supports an optimal learning environment by deterring unsafe or poor behavior. The role patrols campus and parking areas, monitors student behavior and security cameras, checks visitors, enforces school and District policies, intervenes in verbal and physical encounters, reports unsafe conditions, and assists administrators, staff, students, first responders, and public officials during emergencies or investigations. This is a district-wide assignment: employees are hired by the District Security Department and assigned to sites, with possible relocation at the District’s discretion. This is a one-year position primarily focused on parking patrol in off-campus lots. Work may include varying hours and days, evenings, weekends, occasional nights, shift work, and special events.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Security, law enforcement, or military experience.
At least 21 years of age.
Wear the uniform designated by the Director of Safety and Security.
Maintain regular, predictable attendance and punctuality.
Demonstrate racial consciousness and cultural competence, including the skill, will, capacity, and knowledge to support continuous improvement.
Basic knowledge of office equipment, Microsoft Office, software applications, and common radio communication procedures.
Basic organizational, interpersonal relations, and public relations skills.
Intermediate verbal and written communication skills, including timely, clear communication and professional radio etiquette.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-stress environment, follow direction, and prioritize safety.
Ability to interact professionally with employees and constructively with supervisors, staff, students, community members, District stakeholders, and first responders.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, including with HIPAA, HITECH, FERPA, medical information, and student accommodations.
Prioritize student safety and customer service.
Recognize workplace safety requirements, follow safety rules, use appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions.
Pass a criminal background check and fingerprinting.
Valid Colorado driver’s license and motor vehicle insurance.
Obtain CPR/First Aid certification within one year after hire.
Obtain Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification within one year after hire.
Obtain FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) 100 certification within six months after hire.
Pass a pre-employment physical that includes jogging, weight lifting, and endurance.
Meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting over 50 pounds; prolonged standing and walking; frequent bending, reaching, squatting, climbing, lifting, pulling, and pushing; and rapid reaction to physical changes.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree.
Experience working in a public school district.
Experience with emergency response.
Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
CPR/First Aid certification.
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification.
FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) 100 certification.
Bilingual in English and an additional language.
Basic knowledge of Raptor® Visitor Management.

Responsibilities

Patrol hallways, common areas, grounds, and parking lots to maintain student and campus safety and provide a visible deterrent to unsafe behavior.
Intervene in verbal and physical encounters, diffuse hostile situations, and enforce safe-school policies concerning weapons, tobacco, illegal substances, traffic rules, and dress code.
Assist visitors and check for visitor passes.
Monitor students during lunch, off-hours, study hall, in-school suspension, and before- or after-school detention as needed.
Assist site administrators with investigations of illegal activity, including using security cameras and conducting searches for dangerous substances, weapons, and drugs.
Assist staff and students during crisis situations.
Discuss and mediate student infractions, document unacceptable behavior and incidents for administrators, and assist with disciplinary measures as needed.
Report unsafe conditions and potential health and safety hazards to administrators.
Provide security at sporting events and other extracurricular activities, including events outside school hours.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.