Armed School Officer

Location

Cape Coral, FL | United States

Job description

As a Security Officer for Cambridge Security Services, whether armed or unarmed, you will be a member of the most respected security firm in Florida. We secure some the most prestigious properties and schools in the world. Cambridge Security Services is the benchmark of American security has an immediate job opportunity for a Armed School Security Officer, you will conduct armed foot and/or vehicle patrol (interior and/or exterior), control access and egress, monitor CCTV and alarm systems, compose reports, deter criminal activity and misconduct and perform other duties as specified in post orders.

Job Description
Armed School Officer is a position that requires a law enforcement or military background of experience. The position will be assigned to work at a school in collaboration with a Principal and faculty staff within the Southwest Florida area. The primary objective is to provide a safe campus environment, while building positive relationships in the school community. The School Officer plays a crucial role in the safety of others and must be able to respond and assist local law enforcement, fire department, and medical services.

The School Safety Security Officer is expected to protect and secure the school site and its occupants, to include school activities that occur on or off campus before or after normally scheduled hours, while ensuring adherence to safety rules and procedures.

JOB DUTIES / ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Ensures the security, safety, and well-being of all personnel, visitors and the premises.

2. Patrols and monitors assigned areas of the school buildings, grounds and parking lots to deter, detect, report and stop violations of the law and/or school board policies.

3. Secures premises and personnel by controlling entry and screening all visitors per district policy.

4. Detect, investigate, and report unauthorized or suspicious person(s), vehicles and activities.

5. Monitors surveillance and security panel alarm systems, communicating necessary information to prompt required investigation and facilitating the appropriate emergency response.

6. Notifies the administrative staff, police, fire department, or other appropriate authorities of security or emergency situations.

7. Assists administrators and staff in crisis and emergency situations.

8. Assists with planning, coordinating and working special events and projects.

9. Assists the building Administration with the operations of the school.

10.Assist with investigations as needed and assigned.

11.Makes rapid and appropriate decisions during stressful situations.

12.Responds to incoming security calls according to established procedures.

13.Responds to critical incidents and investigates to determine cause then takes appropriate action.

14.Assists injured person(s) and determine appropriate action in a timely manner including contacting emergency medical personnel when necessary.

15.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.

16.Supervise or provide crowd control for student, adult, and community events/activities (as assigned) to ensure compliance with school safety and security procedures and Policies. 17.Maintains CPR and first aid certification.

18.Must be willing and able to carry and use all security weapons, including a firearm, in accordance with State protocols.

19.Must qualify with a firearm according to the approved State firearms and ammunition list.

EXPERIENCE / KNOWLEDGE:

1. Excellent problem solving and people management skills.

2. Above average computer skills and knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite, electronic monitoring and programming software.

3. Responsible and professional leadership.

4. Ability to review and evaluate operating procedures and recommend improvements.

5. Strong ability to provide a very high level of customer service to assigned schools and community.

6. Ability to prepare and brief high level and sensitive information reports as required.

7. Ability to multitask while working on a computer and monitoring several technology outlets simultaneously.

QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION:

1. Minimum of 5 years' experience in Security.

2. Possess a valid driver's license, FL State D and G license.

3. College degree (preferred).

4. Strong people and process management skills

5. Successfully pass a drug/alcohol screening and mental health evaluation.

6. 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.

7. Exhibit the ability to key a two-way radio microphone, operate a keyboard, and use a lock and key devices.

8. During 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.

9. Have the visual acuity necessary to observe and comprehend student movement.

10. Must have the ability to communicate verbally and in writing, comprehend, and perform functions from oral and written instructions, and from observing others.

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. However, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience, which provide an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position, may be acceptable.

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