Assistant Campus Safety & Security Coordinator

University Academy; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

University Academy is seeking an active Security Officer to support the Coordinator of Safety and Security in maintaining a secure and welcoming environment. The role acts as the secondary department lead, guiding security staff and ensuring compliance with safety plans and drills.

Responsibilities include patrols, monitoring access control, coordinating drills, and serving as on-scene liaison with police and EMS during critical incidents.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years of relevant security or safety experience.
• Experience responding to safety, security or crisis situations.
• Experience with security procedures, incident reporting, access control and surveillance systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required safety training and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine patrols and maintain visible security presence across all campus buildings, grounds, and parking areas.
• Monitor entrances, exits, visitor access procedures, cameras, alarms, and access-control systems.
• Support daily arrival/dismissal, traffic flow and events security coverage.
• Coordinate safety training for staff and maintain records and certifications.
• Act as secondary safety coordinator, lead operational tasks when needed, and liaise with authorities during incidents.

Skills

Effective Communication

Safe Practices

Technical Acumen

Adaptability

Responsiveness

Emergency Preparedness & Safety

Problem Solving & Judgment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree (Desirable)

Tools

Surveillance systems

Access control

Security cameras/alarms

Radio/communication equipment

Job description

University Academy is seeking an active Security Officer to support the Coordinator of Safety and Security in maintaining a secure and welcoming environment. The role acts as the secondary department lead, guiding security staff and ensuring compliance with safety plans and drills.

Responsibilities include patrols, monitoring access control, coordinating drills, and serving as on-scene liaison with police and EMS during critical incidents.