Security Specialist - System

Position: Security Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Scope

The Security Specialist promotes a secure and safe environment for all students, employees, and visitors, helping Christian Academy live up to our biblical mandate: “Now it’s up to you. Be on your toes—both for yourselves and your congregation of sheep. The Holy Spirit has put you in charge of these people—God’s people they are—to guard and protect them.” Acts 20:28 (The Message). The Security Specialist promotes compliance with local, state, and federal K-12 school security regulations. This role emphasizes collaborating with law enforcement, leading safety operations, and developing strategies to safeguard lives and assets. This position requires occasional evenings, weekends, and rare holiday work to respond to emergencies.

Qualifications

The candidate shall possess characteristics that reflect:

A strong and clear Christian testimony with a mature and godly spirit

A daily example of the highest Christian virtue both in and out of school

A commitment to faithful attendance and support of a church whose beliefs are in agreement with the Christian Academy School System Statement of Faith

Agreement and belief that The Bible is the final authority concerning truth, morality, and proper conduct of mankind

The ideal candidate shall possess:

At least three years in law enforcement or emergency management

Understanding of integrating safety with organizational goals

Experience working effectively with diverse groups

Proven ability to plan and deliver training to varied audiences

Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

History of gathering information through observation during interview settings

Accountabilities / Responsibilities

Investigate security incidents impacting students, employees, or visitors

Coordinate and implement emergency training (tabletop, functional, full-scale)

Maintain records of drills, training, and participant involvement

Participate in high-risk event security

Evaluate and implement security policies and practices

Build partnerships with law enforcement and private security agencies

Collaborate with school counselors to conduct threat assessments

Develop abuse prevention and detection programs

Oversee emergency supply distribution and inventory

Assist visitors, check for passes, and manage unauthorized access

Specific Abilities

Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the role

Perform under stress for extended periods

Communicate efficiently and effectively during crises

Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

Travel as needed across all school system locations

Engage effectively with diverse student populations

Deliver presentations to various audience

Operate security systems and manage emergency situations

Additional Requirements

Earn ALICE and Red Cross Instructor certifications within 60 days

Complete ICS 100, 200, and NIMS 700 within 90 days

Demonstrate security camera proficiency within 10 days

Outcomes

Timely, accurate resolution of security-related incidents

Timely, thorough investigations into security-related matters

Increase in frequency and depth of security-related training and exercises

Deployed program to prevent, detect, or respond to physical, emotional, verbal, or sexual abuse

Regular assessment and improvement of security efforts

Positive collaboration with the team to provide efficient/optimum operating levels

Reporting Relationship

Reports to the Security Manager.