Role and Responsibilities
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Developing, implementing, and maintaining the School's safety and security policies.
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Conducting regular safety assessments and risk analyses.
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Coordinating emergency preparedness drills (fire drills, lockdown drills, evacuation procedures, etc.)
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Serving as the contact for safety concerns and incidents.
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Training staff and students on safety procedures and protocols.
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Collaborating with law enforcement, emergency responders, and school administration.
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Monitoring security systems, including cameras, alarms, and access controls.
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Investigating and documenting safety incidents.
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Managing the School's electronic access keycard system. This includes issuing cards, monitoring card access, and reissuing cards as needed.
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Assisting with morning drop-off, afternoon pick-up, and bus loading and unloading.
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Assisting facility needs as time and duties allow with the set-up of school events, delivery of goods, and other related duties as determined by the Director of Safety and Security.
Skills, Qualifications, and Attributes
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Minimum of five years’ experience in campus security, law enforcement, or a related field.
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Current CSSO certified with Arkansas State Police or a reserve officer with a local department (preferred).
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Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of students, parents, staff, faculty, and other constituents (fluency in Spanish a plus).
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Ability to prioritize effectively and work in a self-directed manner.
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Excellent judgment, poise, and discretion.
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Ability to positively represent the school in all settings and circumstances.
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Appreciation for the educational mission and culture of the school.
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A founding spirit that embraces new challenges.
Physical Requirements
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Job frequently requires standing, walking, and handling objects with hands.
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Job occasionally requires reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
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Some work is performed outside and may require exposure to changing weather conditions.
