Campus Safety & Security Specialist

Focus School Software, LLC; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Volusia County Schools is seeking a Security Officer to protect students, staff, visitors, and properties. The role includes surveillance, access control, incident reporting, and responding to emergencies with basic first aid and de-escalation techniques.

You will coordinate with administrators and law enforcement and participate in safety drills and threat assessments. Requirements include 21+ years old, a high school diploma or GED, valid Florida concealed weapons permit, and successful

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma or higher.
• Law enforcement, security or military experience, experience and safe use of firearms or any equivalent combination.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida (s 790.06 Florida Statutes) concealed weapons permit and must maintain the permit throughout employment in this position.
• Must pass Volusia Sheriff Office background check and Volusia County Schools background and drug screening requirements in addition to Volusia County School policy/procedures.
• Must submit to and pass subsequent random drug tests in accordance with the requirements of Florida Statute Section 112.0455.
• Ability to pass a psychological evaluation.
• Successful completion of initial and ongoing training provided by the Volusia Sheriff’s Office (VSO).
• Must obtain and maintain compliance with on-going training and firearm proficiency tests as identified by the VSO.
• Satisfactory completion of American Red Cross First Aid and CPR course within one year of employment.
• Possess a valid Florida Driver’s License; if a holder of any other valid US state-issued Driver’s License, agree to acquire a Florida Driver’s License within thirty days of employment.
• Ability to pass FHCP physical prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide security and surveillance to school campus and district properties.
• Provide security to school and district functions, including after-school and extra-curricular activities.
• Investigate, monitor, and report suspicious activity to administration and law enforcement.
• Communicate with administrators, students, parents, staff, and community members regarding security concerns.
• Respond to emergency situations and provide basic first aid as needed.
• Observe and manage students in halls, at lunch, and during non-classroom activities.
• Manage school access by monitoring gates and entry points; observe unauthorized persons on campus.
• Build relationships with students and stakeholders and assist with character education.
• Assist administration in performing searches of students and school property.
• Respond to disturbances and security incidents per guidelines.
• De-escalate confrontations and coordinate with law enforcement and district personnel.
• Assist with threat assessments and safety drills.
• Serve as liaison to School Resource Officers and participate in safety committees.
• Prepare incident reports and assist with campus safety evaluations.

Skills

Law enforcement principles

De-escalation techniques

Firearms safety

Emergency response

Observation & interviewing

Time management

Basic computer skills

Active listening

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Volusia County Schools is seeking a Security Officer to protect students, staff, visitors, and properties. The role includes surveillance, access control, incident reporting, and responding to emergencies with basic first aid and de-escalation techniques.

You will coordinate with administrators and law enforcement and participate in safety drills and threat assessments. Requirements include 21+ years old, a high school diploma or GED, valid Florida concealed weapons permit, and successful