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Job Title: Security Officer

Position Function: The security services officer will be directly responsible to the building principal and/or the Supervisor of Security, Safety Services. The officer will monitor the conduct of all persons in and around the boundaries of the designated facility.

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

• Provide maximum security for individuals within the buildings and grounds of USD 259 and at school sponsored events
• Knowledgeable of all routine security and emergency crisis procedures
• Knowledgeable of all BOE policies pertaining to USD 259 properties, personnel and students
• Patrols, in a vehicle and on foot, the parking area, grounds and buildings of assigned site and reports to the building principal and/or designee any violations which impair the safety of persons and/or property
• Prepares accurate and complete security incident reports in a timely manner
• Responds to requests of the building principal and/or designee in dealing with individuals disruptive to school operations
• As required, assists in all routine and emergency situations pertaining to USD 259 properties, personnel and students
• Possesses the appropriate communication and people skills in working with high risk behavioral students
• Provides after hour duties as may be requested by the building principal and/or designee
• Attends certified training and mandatory inservice training
• Attends mandatory law enforcement training courses

Additional Duties: Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Equipment: This position may require the ability to use SMART boards and iPads in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with USD 259's guidelines for equipment use.

Travel: Limited travel between schools and central offices may be required

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs and freely and quickly move around the building and grounds

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be skilled and communicate effectively in dealing with students, personnel, and staff
• Must be able to multi-task and remain calm during stressful situations
• Basic computer proficiency and the ability to effectively use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, which may be determined and validated by testing
• Ability to work effectively with students, parents and staff
• Must be able to work as a team member and respond to volatile situations while remaining calm
• Must be able to attend and pass required security training
• Ability to communicate both verbally and written in order to communicate with others inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining information
• Ability to communicate effectively with a Supervisor when their discretion is needed
• Ability to perform as an effective team player
• Ability to plan, organize, make decisions and prioritize work to meet the daily demands of the building
• Exhibit a professional manner and a positive attitude
• Use good judgment to make decisions on recurring assignments
• Display a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
• Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
• Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them

Interrelations:

• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service

Employee Punctuality and Appearance:

• In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position

Qualification Profile:

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED
• Previous law enforcement and/or security related experience preferred
• Must possess good ethical and professional behavior
• Must possess a valid Kansas Driver's License

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt