Security Officer (Defined Term)

Kamehameha Schools Trustees of the Estate of Bernice Pauahi Bishop dba Kamehameha Schools; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kamehameha Schools seeks a full-time Security Officer to support operations at the Kahaluu Makai location. This defined-term appointment ranges from 1 to 3 years, with responsibilities including CCTV monitoring, patrols, traffic and crowd control, and incident reporting.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 1 year of related experience, and a valid Hawaii driver’s license. CCTA guard license and First Aid/CPR/AED certification or the ability to obtain within deadlines are

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 year related work experience.
• Valid Hawaii Driver's license and driving abstract.
• Current DCCA Guard Employee License or ability to obtain within 60 days.
• Current standard First Aid, CPR and AED certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Ability to work independently with a flexible rotating schedule including 24/7 availability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills for interaction with KS staff, students, parents, and the public.
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, email; ability to learn and operate CCTV systems.
• Typing and computer use for detailed incident reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provides security services including monitoring CCTV cameras and patrols of campus properties.
• Enforces traffic and parking regulations and manages crowd control at events.
• Responds to emergencies and uses de-escalation techniques when needed.
• Maintains safety through adherence to security protocols and procedures.
• Performs access control by restricting entry of unauthorized persons or vehicles and records entries/exits.
• Investigates and documents incidents with thorough written reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer proficiency

Typing and reporting

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Tools

CCTV systems

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Email

Job description

Job Posting Title Security Officer (Defined Term)

Employee Type Defined Term (Fixed Term)

Recruiting Start Date 04-17-2026

Job Exempt? No

Recruiting End Date Open Until Filled

Aloha mai! Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools. If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana!

Kamehameha Schools is seeking a full-time Security Officer to support operations at the Kahaluu Makai location. This opportunity is a defined-term appointment ranging from 1 to 3 years.

Job Summary

Provides security services for students, faculty, staff, visitors and facilities for Kamehameha Schools. These services include but are not limited to: monitoring CCTV cameras, vehicle and foot patrols of all campus property; enforcing traffic and parking regulations; providing safety and security inspection services; investigating and recording traffic, criminal and non-criminal incidents; parking and crowd supervision; monitoring and restricting access to sacred sites, monitoring vendors and general public access and restricting entry of unauthorized persons or vehicles, directing visitors and delivery vehicles and keeping records on specified vehicles entering or leaving campus.

Essential Responsibilities

Physical Security and Patrols

• Maintains a safe and secure environment by adhering strictly to security protocols and procedures.
• Maintains the safety of facilities, property, and individuals on campus through regular vehicle and foot patrols, remaining alert to unusual conditions or unauthorized personnel.
• Monitors CCTV cameras, consistently ensuring a vigilant stance toward potential risks or incidents.
• Identifies potential safety and/or criminal problems and safety hazards and promptly reports and monitors to minimize risk.
• Oversees traffic flow, parking regulations, and crowd control at both regular school events and special functions on and off-campus, ensuring safety and order.

First Response

• Responds promptly to emergencies, such as workplace violence, intrusions, violence, natural disasters, fires, assaults, or other crisis situations.
• When necessary, pursues, apprehends, and detains individuals within jurisdictional limits, using de-escalation techniques and defensive training to manage situations.

Compliance and Safety

• Makes sound decisions in potentially high-stakes situations, understanding that errors in judgment or lapses in duty could result in significant legal implications for KS.
• Exercises precision and consistency to minimize risks and maintain a legally compliant and safe environment.

Access Control and Records Management

• Enforces entry restrictions for unauthorized persons or vehicles, manages visitor and delivery access, and keeps detailed records of campus entries and exits.
• Conducts safety inspections to ensure compliance with KS security standards.

Investigation and Reporting

• Investigates and documents traffic, on-campus criminal, and non-criminal incidents, providing thorough written reports to assist in further actions and ensure transparency in all security activities.

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the requirements listed.

• High School Diploma/Equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year of related work experience.
• Valid Hawaii Driver's license and current driving abstract.
• Current DCCA Guard Employee License or ability to obtain certification within 60 days from date of hire.
• Current standard First Aid, CPR and AED certification or ability to obtain certification within 6 months from date of hire.
• Ability to work independently and flexibility to accommodate a rotational schedule, including 24/7 availability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills, allowing effective interaction with KS staff, students, parents, and the public.
• Proficient in computer applications for word processing, spreadsheets, and email, and able to learn, operate , and monitor CCTV systems for recording and review purposes.
• Competence in typing and computer use for detailed incident reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a security, police, or emergency response role.
• Security experience within a K-12 school environment.
• Knowledge of security-related software and applications customarily used in the field.
• Specialized training in Crisis Intervention, drone operation, defensive tactics, or similar programs.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Frequently writes by hand, stands, walks and lift/and/carry, push and/or pull objects that weigh up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally sits, performs desk-based computer tasks and requires ability to grasp using light or fine manipulation
• Frequently twists, bends, stoops, squat, kneel, crawl, climb, reach or work above shoulder, or grasp firmly.