Campus Safety Officer

Miss Porter's School; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Miss Porter’s School in Farmington, CT is seeking a dependable Campus Safety Officer to help maintain a safe and welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors. The role involves patrols, screening visitors, crosswalk duty, parking oversight, incident reporting, and responding to emergencies with professionalism.

The ideal candidate will have security training, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle high‑stress situations calmly.

Qualifications

• Connecticut Guard Card is required.
• Post-secondary education or training in security, customer service, or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office.
• Current driver's license with clean driving record.
• First Aid/AED/CPR certified.
• Past law enforcement experience preferred.
• Ability to relate well to diverse populations.
• Ability to walk, run, climb stairs, bend and lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Conduct foot and vehicle patrols of campus grounds and buildings to promote safety and security.
• Screen campus visitors and vendors through the visitor management system per safety protocols.
• Perform crosswalk duty at designated locations to support pedestrian safety.
• Monitor parking areas and assist with parking management as needed.
• Identify and report maintenance concerns, safety hazards and facilities issues.
• Assist with lockdown procedures and safe operations during emergencies.
• Respond promptly to emergency and non-emergency calls for assistance across campus.
• Provide first aid and emergency assistance within training scope.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Observational skills

Emergency response

Education

Security training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

REPORTS TO: Director of Facilities Services

Position Summary :

Miss Porter’s School is seeking a dependable, proactive, and service-oriented Campus Safety Officer to support the safety and security of our school community. This full-time position is responsible for conducting routine campus patrols, monitoring school grounds and facilities, assisting students, faculty, staff, and visitors, and helping maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong observational skills, sound judgment, professionalism, and a commitment to fostering a positive school culture through proactive safety practices and exceptional customer service. Schedule flexibility is essential, as the position requires the ability to assist with shift coverage as needed.

Essential Functions

• Conduct foot and vehicle patrols of campus grounds and buildings to promote safety and security.
• Process and screen campus visitors and vendors through the school’s visitor management system, ensuring compliance with established visitor screening and campus safety protocols.
• Perform crosswalk duty at designated campus locations and major intersections to support pedestrian safety.
• Monitor parking areas and assist with parking management as needed.
• Identify and report maintenance concerns, safety hazards and facilities issues to appropriate personnel.
• Help maintain a safe, secure and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, families and visitors.
• Coordinate campus deliveries, including monitoring delivery arrivals and receiving packages and materials as needed.
• Assist with implementing lockdown procedures and security campus buildings during emergencies or security incidents.
• Respond promptly to emergency and non-emergency calls for assistance throughout campus.
• Provide first aid and emergency assistance within the scope of training and certification.
• Monitor fire and burglar alarms, investigate activations and coordinate appropriate response.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Campus Safety or other campus administrators.

Requirements

• Connecticut Guard Card is required
• Post-secondary education or training in security, customer service, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to prepare reports
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, evidenced by demeanor & previous training
• Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office suite and other industry‑driven software
• Current driver’s license with good driving record
• First Aid/AED/CPR certified
• Past law enforcement experience preferred
• Ability to relate well to the diverse populations of the school
• Ability to walk, run, climb multiple staircases, bend, stoop, and carry a minimum of 40 pounds
• Ability to perform foot portals and crosswalk duties in all types of weather conditions
• Ability to respond to high‑stress situations in a calm and efficient manner
• Flexibility to work varying hours and shifts, including nights and weekends

The physical requirements described above reflect the general demands of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

About the Role

The essential responsibilities and basic skills have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.