Safety Officer I [12 Month], 2026-2027

Nimble; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Nimble is seeking a Safety Officer to help maintain a secure learning environment across district locations. You will perform duties to ensure safety for students and staff, enforce policies, and support incident response.

Responsibilities include inspecting site security, operating detectors, writing reports, and collaborating with police and emergency personnel. A HS diploma and firearms training are expected; one year of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Minimum of one-year job related experience.
• Successful completion of a firearms training course.
• Specialized training in security procedures and the use of security equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect on-site safety officers for adherence to duties, policies and procedures.
• Tour buildings and properties to ensure doors and windows are secure.
• Operate walk-through and handheld metal detectors following protocol.
• Write comprehensive investigative reports documenting events.
• Assist during emergencies and with security at extracurricular activities.
• Transport money to bank or accompany personnel on security-related travel.

Skills

Analyze facts

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Position Title: Safety Officer

Payroll/Personnel Type:12 Month

Job #:521

Reports to: Safety Officer III

Shift Length:8 Hour Day

Union Eligibility:Eligible

Position Summary

Perform the duties required to ensure an environment in all district locations and properties that is safe and conducive for learning and teaching.

Essential Functions

• Inspect on-site safety officers for the adherence to their duties, policies and procedures
• Tour buildings and properties, examining doors, windows, gates, etc. to ensure they are secure
• Scan the facilities for security weaknesses and fire hazards, correcting immediately if possible or reporting appropriately
• Maintain a visible and accessible presence to students and faculty
• Survey immediate vicinity of school property and neighborhood to ensure safety of the students and personnel
• Investigate violations of law that occur on school property, assist the victim, as appropriate, and provide information to police when needed
• Operate the walk-through and hand-held metal detectors to scan students, employees and visitors, following appropriate protocol for any alarms or problems encountered
• Detain persons who have allegedly committed a crime against school property or personnel for the proper authorities
• Assist school personnel during emergency situations; assist police officers and other emergency personnel as needed
• Provide security at extracurricular activities as scheduled
• Inspect on-site safety officers for adherence to their duties, policies, and procedures
• Write comprehensive, concise investigative reports to document events
• Transport money to bank or accompany personnel on other travel requiring security
• Perform related duties or special projects as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to analyze facts and determine action using a range of procedures within limits of standard practice
• Ability to effectively work and interact with others

Experience

• Specialized training in security procedures and the use of security equipment
• Minimum of one-year job related experience
• Successful completion of a firearms training course

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (required)

Physical Requirements

• Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle
• Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body
• Frequent sitting, standing and walking, which may be required for long periods of time, and may involve climbing stairs
• Occasional reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling and must be able to pull up to 30 pounds with no assistance
• On occasion may be required to perform stressful and physical activity

Working Conditions and Environment

• Work is routinely performed in a typical interior/school environment
• Site assignments are subject to change with short notice to ensure district needs.
• Must be able to perform his/her duties in inclement weather conditions
• May be exposed to or required to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Must be able to work any shift assigned.
• Shift work may be rotational.
• Must be willing to work other duties as assigned.

Disclaimer

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.