Campus Security Specialist

Jeffco Public Schools; Colorado; Sur place; USD 34 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Jeffco Public Schools is seeking a Campus Security Specialist to protect students and staff at a high school campus in Jefferson County, Colorado. You'll monitor grounds, control access, coordinate with School Resource Officers, and respond to safety incidents while maintaining documentation and reporting per district policies.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in safety roles, CPR/First Aid certification, and the ability to communicate with students and law enforcement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in safety, security, supervision, or rule compliance.
• Preference for experience working with adolescents in a school setting.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• CPR/First Aid certifications recommended.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and communicate with law enforcement.

Responsabilités

• Monitor school grounds, entrances, and parking areas to maintain a safe environment.
• Control access and verify visitors; secure building during school hours.
• Respond to safety incidents and drills, following established protocols.
• De-escalate disturbances and support a secure learning environment.
• Document incidents and observations in district systems and communicate with supervisors and law enforcement.

Connaissances

Safety procedures

Emergency response

Visitor management

Incident reporting

Communication

De-escalation

Situational awareness

Formation

High School diploma/GED

Criminal justice/related coursework

Description du poste

Jeffco Public Schools (Jeffco) is located in Jefferson County, Colorado. It is the second largest school district in Colorado serving 69,000 students across 155 schools. With 14,000 employees, the district is the largest employer in Jefferson County and has provided educational excellence for more than 70 years.

Jeffco embraces the spirit of the West and the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountain region with the county spanning more than 770 square miles running the length of the western edge of the Denver metropolitan area. The district is diverse in both population and geography, from urban to rural, including the mountain communities in the foothills west of Denver.

Overall, Jeffco has 31% of students that qualify for free and reduced lunch, an indicator of poverty, and 34% minority (25% Hispanic) student population. The district is implementing a new strategic plan, Jeffco Thrives 2025 that is focused on providing a world-class education that prepares all Jeffco students for bright and successful futures as local and global citizens. Come join us!

Jeffco Public Schools is a Single-State Employer. All candidates hired by Jeffco Public Schools must reside within the state of Colorado.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

ABOUT THE JOB

HOURS AND DAYS WORKED

Desired Start Date: 10/26/2026
Campus Security Specialist
Annual Position
FLSA: Nonexempt
FTE: 1.00000 , Hours/Day: 8.000 , Days/Year: 180
Salary Plan, Grade, Step: CSE - 180 Days , C17, 1
Pay Range: $23.50 - $28.87 Effective as of: 08-16-2025

Compensation schedules for Jeffco Schools can be found here. Starting salary for non-licensed roles is based on the candidate's relevant work experience and education. Additional considerations may be given for job-specific certifications and skills. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application. Starting Salary for licensed educators is based on the step and lane schedule found here.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENT

The successful new hire or rehired candidate will be responsible to complete and incur the fingerprinting and processing fee of $57.50 through an appropriate fingerprinting vendor and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, within 48 hours of offer acceptance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

SUMMARY Ensures a safe and secure learning environment at the high school by monitoring campus grounds, controlling access, and responding immediately to safety or security incidents, including lockdown and active threat situations. Works collaboratively with School Resource Officers, Armed Patrol, and other members of the large School Safety team. Enforces school rules, addresses disturbances, and documents incidents, all to protect students, staff, and visitors.

• Monitor school buildings, grounds, parking lots, and surrounding areas through foot patrols, vehicle patrols, assigned security posts, and video surveillance to ensure a safe and secure environment.
• Control and monitor access to school property by supervising designated entrances, verifying visitors, restricting unauthorized access, and maintaining a secured building during school hours.
• Respond immediately during safety and security emergencies and drills (Hold, Secure, Lockdown, Evacuate, Shelter) by following established protocols, securing assigned areas, directing students and staff to safety, and maintaining communication with school administration and law enforcement.
• Intervene to prevent or stop disturbances, de-escalate confrontational situations, and support a safe environment for students, staff, and visitors.
• Observe student behavior and assist school staff in enforcing school rules and the code of conduct; document incidents and behavioral concerns in district-approved systems.
• Maintain awareness of students with identified safety, behavioral, or health plans and respond appropriately when concerns arise.
• Communicate incidents, concerns, and safety issues to supervisors and, when necessary, law enforcement using radio, telephone, and written reports.
• Regulate access to school parking lots by monitoring parking activity, issuing permits and citations in accordance with school guidelines, and maintaining related records.
• Issue and maintain records for school identification badges, keys, lockers, and other security-related equipment and access items.
• Provide assistance to law enforcement and school administrators as requested and provide statements or testimony when required.
• Attend required training and professional development related to school safety, security procedures, emergency response, and student supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 2 years of experience working in an environment responsible for monitoring people, facilities, or activities for safety, security, supervision, or rule compliance. Experience that included directly working with adolescents in a similar capacity preferred.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

High School diploma/GED required. A minimum of one year of course work in the area(s) of criminal justice, sociology, psychology, communications, education, and/or child/youth development preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS

Juvenile Mental Health CPR/First Aid and CPR/First Aid AED certification highly recommended.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of school safety and security practices including emergency response protocols, access control, campus monitoring, and visitor management. Knowledge of applicable school rules, District policies, and laws related to campus safety. Knowledge of basic report writing, radio communication, and incident documentation procedures. Skilled in observing surroundings and recognizing potential safety or security concerns. Skilled in de-escalating confrontational or emotionally charged situations. Skilled in communicating clearly and effectively with students, staff, visitors, and law enforcement. Ability to remain calm, think clearly, and take appropriate action during emotionally charged situations. Ability to follow established safety protocols precisely. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and visitors. Ability to exercise sound judgment when addressing safety concerns, student behavior, and access control issues.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Requires frequent walking and standing for extended periods while conducting foot patrols and monitoring assigned areas of the campus. Requires the ability to move quickly across school buildings and grounds, including stairs and uneven surfaces, during routine duties and emergency situations. Requires sufficient strength and mobility to escort individuals and assist with securing areas as needed. Requires adequate vision, hearing, and manual dexterity to observe surroundings, monitor surveillance equipment, communicate effectively, and complete written documentation.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS

Requires sustained situational awareness and the ability to continuously monitor the environment for potential safety and security concerns. Requires the ability to remain calm, think clearly, and make sound decisions during emergencies. Requires attention to detail and the ability to assess rapidly changing circumstances and respond in accordance with established protocols. Requires the ability to manage multiple stimuli and interruptions while maintaining focus on safety priorities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Primarily working inside and around a high school. Typical secondary school building may also contain classrooms, special education classrooms, offices, libraries, computer labs, science labs, specialized shops, gymnasiums, bathrooms, storage areas, and kitchens. Outside areas include athletic fields, blacktop/concrete areas, parking lots (including student parking), grassy areas, and may have access to open space. Will have access to areas typically secured from most staff and students (e.g. roof tops, boiler rooms, elevator rooms). May need to work additional hours or adjusted schedule to account for athletics & activities events held on campus.

The Jefferson County School District does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, pregnancy, or gender.