Security Officer

Job Description

Collegiate School is seeking a full-time Security Officer to actively provide safety and security protection to the School’s campus, buildings, and assets. This position is a visible presence on campus and will require actively engaging with students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This is not a stationary position. The Security Officer will be part of a team that takes ownership of the security program and has a strong desire to provide high quality customer service. This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be required to report to work when students are not learning on campus and/or when School is closed.

This is a 10-month benefitted position working from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. This position will report directly to the Director of Campus Safety and Security.

General Responsibilities include:

Assist with coordinating off-duty county police and school security personnel responses to mitigate emergency situations

Assist school administration in the prevention of personal injury, property loss, and disruption of educational purpose by vehicular and foot patrol, observation, proactive response, and visible presence on campus

Patrol campus to provide a physical security presence and to identify / prevent safety hazards and issues

Assist with parking for events on campus and monitor venues where events are taking place

Conduct general inspection of buildings and grounds. Check buildings to make sure they are secure to include interior and exterior spaces

Using a mobile device, be able to monitor access control and provide access to buildings as requested

Respond to calls for service to provide customer service

Document calls for service and provide daily activity reports

Successful candidates will possess the following qualifications and competencies:

Must be 21 years of age or older and possess a high school diploma

Must possess a valid Virginia driver’s license and have a clean driving record

Have documented work experience with a positive employment history. Previous police, security or military service experience is preferred

Exhibits solid understanding of emergency procedures and execution of plans during stressful situations

Ability to take initiative and work independently and as part of a team

Adheres to all personnel policies, procedures, and rules continued in the School’s Faculty/Staff handbook

Possesses excellent communication skills with attention to detail and ability to take charge of an emergency situation

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Ability to learn the access and weather monitoring systems used by the School

Positive attitude and desire to be part of the Security team.

Standing for up to 3 hours at a time

Walking for up to 3 miles in a normal work day

Working outdoors in all types of weather conditions

Carrying up to 50 pounds

Providing leadership and direction under periods of high stress

Ability to perform CPR and First Aid

It is critical that candidates demonstrate a commitment to the School’s Core Values and Mission

HONOR

Personal integrity and devotion to the truth, which make one trustworthy, forthright, responsible and fair.

LOVE OF LEARNING

A creative spirit that promotes intellectual and personal growth through exploration, inquiry and openness to change.

EXCELLENCE

A sustained commitment to meeting high standards of character, achievement and personal accountability.

RESPECT

Fundamental regard for the dignity and worth of each individual.

COMMUNITY

A commitment to responsive and compassionate citizenship and service on campus, in the local community and in the broader world.

Required Competencies:

Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate the School’s shared purpose; builds trust among colleagues; is accountable; lives up to commitments.

Proven cross cultural competency skills demonstrating self awareness, awareness of others and the ability to adopt inclusive perspectives, attitudes and behaviors to drive inclusion and belonging in the ongoing development and maintenance of an inclusive campus community.

Demonstrates a strong commitment to a servant leadership model focusing on the growth and development of the team to successfully fulfill shared goals.

Understands the big picture and handles areas of responsibility in a manner consistent with the School’s mission and values. Offers assistance within the office especially during busy times.

Relates to the Collegiate community including faculty, staff, students, parents and applicants in a cooperative manner.

Meets deadlines, demonstrates effective use of time and handles multiple assignments simultaneously.

Understands the need for growth and is receptive to constructive feedback.

Maintains confidentiality at all times.

Who we are

Collegiate School is a co-educational, independent day school located in Henrico County, within 20 minutes of downtown Richmond, Virginia, for students in Junior Kindergarten through 12th grade. For more than 100 years, Collegiate has nurtured inquisitive thinkers, responsible citizens, and compassionate leaders. Grounded in the values that have sustained it over the course of more than a century, Collegiate provides its nearly 1,700 students with an engaging academic environment dedicated to preparing them for a globally connected and changing world.

The essence of Collegiate School is the richness of relationships among students, faculty, parents, administrators, and alumni in a dynamic learning community with high personal and academic expectations. This exceptional educational environment enables students to develop their potential for intellectual growth, leadership, and service.

Why Collegiate?

Collegiate School is well-regarded for developing students into citizens who lead, serve and shape the world. We do so with the help of a caring faculty and staff who also have opportunities to lead, serve and shape the world, through the young lives they touch.

Below are just a few examples of some of the great advantages of working at Collegiate:

Excellent professional development opportunities for faculty and staff

Collaborative working environment

Opportunities for growth and leadership

An environment that fosters creative and innovative instruction

The School is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender (including pregnancy), age, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or military status, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. Employment decisions at the School are based on merit, qualifications and skills.

Full-time