The Mount Vernon School (Andrea Medford) - DE
Security
The Mount Vernon School (Andrea Medford) - DE, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Description
Founded in 1972, The Mount Vernon School is a leading private school of inquiry, innovation, and impact. Anchored in Christian values love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control relationships at Mount Vernon are foundational to learning. Preparing students to be college ready, globally competitive, and engaged citizen leaders call us to lean in to inclusion, diversity, equity, and action.Creating and cultivating connections between all people, ideas, and sectors, the School welcomes all learners to wrestle with voices and perspectives that challenge our assumptions, biases, stereotypes, and privileges. Not allowing our differences to divide us requires each of us to engage in honest, vulnerable, and courageous conversations through empathy, reflection, examination, and action. Being real agents of change is a continuous journey.Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, our trust in each other strengthens our sense of identity, autonomy, and interdependence. As a school of inquiry, innovation, and impact, we are committed to creating and sustaining a school culture where all members feel valued and safe, sharing their authentic selves to design a better worldtogether.SummaryThe Mount Vernon School is in search of a Security officer who will be responsible for ensuring the safety and protection of The Mount Vernon School students, employees, visitors, and associated property. This individual is tasked with patrolling the campus, responding to safety and security threats, and establishing a security presence when needed. Hours of the position will be from 1:30p.m.-10:00p.m.Role & ResponsibilitiesWatch and patrol grounds and buildings, on foot and in vehicle, to protect against damage, theft, or harm caused by intrudersEnsure building and grounds securityAssist with any and all carpoolsRegulate vehicle traffic, place traffic cones, and maintain orderly flow and controlEnsure pedestrian safety at school crosswaysComplete all jobs in a timely mannerBe aware of noise in and around classrooms and buildingExamine doors, windows, and gates to determine they are secureRespond quickly and effectively to security violations and reports of security violationsRespond quickly to emergency situations by safely directing people and coordinating with the emergency response teamConduct and/or assist in security investigationsInvestigate and report on-campus incidentsComplete a minimum of three security tours per shiftMaintain attendance and punctuality expectationsBe aware of vendors schedules and escort vendors/contractors when necessarySecurity at Special EventsProvide a visible presence at all special events and functionsCheck logbook/calendar for events dailySecure doors in school buildings and gates as necessaryProvide traffic direction and parking controlOperation of School VehiclesCheck the condition of the vehicle prior to drivingReport mechanical problems or damage to DirectorFuel and maintain vehicles as neededRequirements
Minimum of two years of security experienceExperience with emergency response procedures and protocolsTechnical proficiency in utilizing online platforms, Google apps such as email, calendar, and docsStrong interpersonal and communication skills with community stakeholders of all agesAble to work overtime for after-hour events, when necessaryPossess the cognitive skills necessary to perform job dutiesPossess proficient oral and written communication skillsMust be able to maintain a positive and helpful attitude in stressful situationsPhysical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is often required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently walk up to 5 miles per day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Must be physically able to complete all job duties.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.The faculty and staff of The Mount Vernon School believe the fair and equitable treatment of employees is critical to fulfilling its mission and purpose. It is the policy of The Mount Vernon School is to conduct business and provide equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Founded in 1972, The Mount Vernon School is a leading private school of inquiry, innovation, and impact. Anchored in Christian values love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control relationships at Mount Vernon are foundational to learning. Preparing students to be college ready, globally competitive, and engaged citizen leaders call us to lean in to inclusion, diversity, equity, and action.Creating and cultivating connections between all people, ideas, and sectors, the School welcomes all learners to wrestle with voices and perspectives that challenge our assumptions, biases, stereotypes, and privileges. Not allowing our differences to divide us requires each of us to engage in honest, vulnerable, and courageous conversations through empathy, reflection, examination, and action. Being real agents of change is a continuous journey.Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, our trust in each other strengthens our sense of identity, autonomy, and interdependence. As a school of inquiry, innovation, and impact, we are committed to creating and sustaining a school culture where all members feel valued and safe, sharing their authentic selves to design a better worldtogether.SummaryThe Mount Vernon School is in search of a Security officer who will be responsible for ensuring the safety and protection of The Mount Vernon School students, employees, visitors, and associated property. This individual is tasked with patrolling the campus, responding to safety and security threats, and establishing a security presence when needed. Hours of the position will be from 1:30p.m.-10:00p.m.Role & ResponsibilitiesWatch and patrol grounds and buildings, on foot and in vehicle, to protect against damage, theft, or harm caused by intrudersEnsure building and grounds securityAssist with any and all carpoolsRegulate vehicle traffic, place traffic cones, and maintain orderly flow and controlEnsure pedestrian safety at school crosswaysComplete all jobs in a timely mannerBe aware of noise in and around classrooms and buildingExamine doors, windows, and gates to determine they are secureRespond quickly and effectively to security violations and reports of security violationsRespond quickly to emergency situations by safely directing people and coordinating with the emergency response teamConduct and/or assist in security investigationsInvestigate and report on-campus incidentsComplete a minimum of three security tours per shiftMaintain attendance and punctuality expectationsBe aware of vendors schedules and escort vendors/contractors when necessarySecurity at Special EventsProvide a visible presence at all special events and functionsCheck logbook/calendar for events dailySecure doors in school buildings and gates as necessaryProvide traffic direction and parking controlOperation of School VehiclesCheck the condition of the vehicle prior to drivingReport mechanical problems or damage to DirectorFuel and maintain vehicles as neededRequirements
Minimum of two years of security experienceExperience with emergency response procedures and protocolsTechnical proficiency in utilizing online platforms, Google apps such as email, calendar, and docsStrong interpersonal and communication skills with community stakeholders of all agesAble to work overtime for after-hour events, when necessaryPossess the cognitive skills necessary to perform job dutiesPossess proficient oral and written communication skillsMust be able to maintain a positive and helpful attitude in stressful situationsPhysical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is often required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently walk up to 5 miles per day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Must be physically able to complete all job duties.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.The faculty and staff of The Mount Vernon School believe the fair and equitable treatment of employees is critical to fulfilling its mission and purpose. It is the policy of The Mount Vernon School is to conduct business and provide equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.