HKMS Campus Security Specialist

Sylvania; Killingworth (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Haddam-Killingworth Middle School is seeking a Campus Security Specialist to oversee safety and security of its facilities and grounds. The role includes patrolling, enforcing policies, and responding to emergencies while maintaining a professional presence on campus.

The position requires a high school diploma, willingness to work after-school events, and experience in safety or law enforcement environments. Collaboration with staff and administration is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; school setting experience preferred.
• Prior experience in law enforcement, corrections or military background preferred.
• Ability to be available for after-school events and activities.

Responsibilities

• Patrol interior and exterior to ensure safety of students, staff and visitors.
• Establish a visible, professional presence to deter incidents and assist when needed.
• Identify behavioral issues and apply de-escalation techniques to resolve them.
• Provide assistance to visitors and guide or escort them as needed.
• Control access to facilities and monitor for unauthorized entry.

Skills

Report writing

Moral character

On-call availability

Public safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Position Summary

There is a vacancy for Campus Security Specialist at Haddam-Killingworth Middle School.

Under the direction of administration, the Campus Security Specialist (10-month position) is responsible for overall safety and security of RSD 17 facilities and grounds, maintaining order, enforcing RSD17 policies and procedures, and understanding and identifying student behavioral issues and using appropriate techniques to resolve issues.

Essential Functions

The job description is illustrative and not a complete itemization of all duties and responsibilities of the position.

The Campus Security Specialist will:

• Patrol and monitor interior and exterior of buildings to ensure the safety and well-being of students, staff and visitors and to ensure the security of the facility.
• Establish a visible and professional presence in school facilities and grounds to deter incidents and to detect situations requiring assistance.
• Identify and understand student behavioral issues through training and use appropriate techniques to resolve issues.
• Provide assistance to visitors and direct or escort them as needed.
• Prevent unauthorized access to school property and buildings by providing a visible presence, ensuring access control measures are enforced, and providing diligent patrols of school property and facilities.
• Identify suspicious or unauthorized individuals to determine reasons for being on school property. Guide, escort or control individuals suspected of illegal or prohibited activity.
• Respond to calls for assistance and emergency situations including but not limited to disruptive and or disorderly incidents, medical emergencies and fires in an attempt to protect life and property and restore and maintain order.
• Use de-escalation and behavioral management techniques to attempt to resolve issues.
• Encourage and ensure that all staff and visitors are displaying proper identification badges at all times.
• Assist staff and first responders in handling emergency or disruptive situations.
• Work closely with school staff to promote student responsibility for behavior and attitude by serving as a role model and providing positive interactions with students.
• Investigate and document incidents and accidents.
• Assist building administrators and central office staff with planning and carrying out required monthly crisis drills.
• Operate and monitor building CCTV systems to identify possible issues and investigate incidents.
• Report to building administrator or supervisor any condition or practices that interferes with the safety of students, staff or visitors.
• Provide traffic direction and control as required.
• Attend training and meetings as required.
• Take daily direction from school building administrators.
• Travel between sites for routine or emergency purposes.
• Be available for voluntarily and forced overtime assignments as needed.
• Report discipline matters, suspected physical, mental and/or substance abuse to proper authorities immediately.
• Adhere to federal, state, and local laws and regulations in relation to the physical control and restraint of students and staff to include those governed by the Connecticut State Department of Education.
• Maintain the strictest confidence concerning personnel, students and operational concerns of the district.
• Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation.
• Report all cases of suspected child abuse to appropriate school personnel and proper school authority.

The Campus Security Specialist must be able to:

• Maintain a stationary position for extended periods of time to operate computer, printer, telephone and other desktop equipment.
• Move about the building and grounds routinely throughout the school day.
• Communicate with staff, parents, and students in a professional manner.
• Have after-school availability to work athletic, music, art events, and dances.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Prepare and present clear and concise reports in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate exceptional moral character and sound judgment.
• On-call availability for emergencies.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, regulatory codes, and professional standards applicable to RSD 17.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time.
• Ability to make independent judgments within areas of responsibility.
• Maintain a level or approachability with administration and staff.
• Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, and parents.
• Establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma.
• Experience in a school setting preferred.
• Prior experience in law enforcement, corrections or military background preferred.