Safety & Security Officer

Bullis School; Potomac (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Basic life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Paid leave

Job summary

Bullis School in Potomac, MD is seeking a Safety & Security Officer to join our security team. This essential role protects students, staff, and visitors, maintains a visible campus presence, and supports traffic control and facilities monitoring.

The position features rotating day and evening shifts, a standard 40-hour work week, and competitive pay with benefits. You will collaborate with Athletics and Facilities to keep the campus safe and orderly throughout the year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent observational skills and attention to detail.
• Authoritative verbal communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to obtain Maryland Guard Card.
• Willingness to work rotating day/evening shifts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain campus access control.
• Monitor traffic and parking throughout the day.
• Assist with building access and guard booth duty.
• Provide security during athletic games and after-school events.
• Promote lawful behavior and be a visible security presence on campus.
• Enforce traffic and parking regulations on school grounds.

Skills

Observational skills

Verbal communication

Calm under pressure

Traffic control

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Potomac, MD 20854Position Type: Full TimeJob Category: Non-Instructional FacultyBullis school has an opportunity for aSafety & Security Officerto join our amazing security team! This position is responsible for the safety of students, staff, and visitors on campus, as well as monitoring the school’s facilities and equipment. This individual will maintain a visible campus presence to ensure a safe and orderly learning environment, deter potential security issues, and assist with traffic control and direction. This position is also responsible for monitoring the school’s facilities and equipment, working closely with Athletics and Facilities.

This position is classified as Essential Personnel and involves rotating shift work that includes a day shift and an evening shift throughout the calendar year (including holidays, snow days, and weekends). Campus is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, and Easter Sunday). The standard schedule is 40 hours per work week.

Working at Bullismeans being a part of a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development.

We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits that make it an ideal place to build a thriving career!

Duties & Qualifications Essential Functions

Campus access control

• Assist with traffic control and direction before and after school
• Monitor traffic and parking throughout the day
• Assist with building access
• Guard booth duty

Building and grounds security

• Promote lawful behavior and protect the welfare of students, faculty, parents, and visitors as a visual presence on campus
• Monitor school facilities (e.g., grounds, buildings, adjacent areas, athletic fields) to provide visibility, maintain security, and deter crime
• Enforce traffic and parking regulations

After-school event security and athletics

• Provide security as needed for athletic games and other after-school events as needed to maintain order and prevent crime.
• Assist with traffic control, direction, and parking lot duties.
• Assist with keeping roadways and parking lot ingress and egress clear for emergency equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to patrol the property and access areas quickly
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time
• Prolonged periodsof sitting, standing, and/or walking
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time with or without reasonable accommodation

Education and Experience

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent observational skills and attention to detail
• Authoritative verbal communication skills
• Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations
• Ability to learn the layout of the property and buildings
• Ability to obtain Maryland Guard Card

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field
• Experience as a security officer and traffic control
• Prior experience in school settings
• Experience in law enforcement and criminal investigations

Compensation and benefits are competitive, with an hourly rate of $25 - $30

Benefits include

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-provided basic life insurance
• Employer-provided short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) employer match and safe harbor contribution,up to 7% of annual compensation
• Paid leave