Security Specialist Job at American Heritage Schools - Broward Campus in Fort La
American Heritage Schools - Broward Campus, Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States
Job Description
American Heritage Schools - Broward Campus are accepting applications for Security Specialist.
Benefits Include:
100% free tuition for one of the employees’ eligible children *
50% discount for Summer Education for employees’ eligible children
Free Day Summer Camp for employees’ eligible children while working over the summer.
Free early care & after-care for employees’ eligible children while working
Yearly cash bonuses
401K with partial employer match after a year of employment
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Supplemental Insurance plans available through Lincoln Financial
Pet Insurance options
Short-term & Long-term Disability options
Life Insurance at no cost to the employee
Affordable Company housing when available
Free Continuing Education available
* This benefit is based on space availability and child acceptance to the school.
AMERICAN LEARNING SYSTEMS
JOB TITLE
Security Specialist
DIVISION/ DEPARTMENT
Security
LOCATION
Broward/ Palm Beach
REPORTS TO
Director of Security
EXEMPTION STATUS
Non-Exempt
DATE
Rev. August 2023
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Security Specialist ensures the premises, personnel, and students are secure at all times. This position patrols the campus and monitors the surveillance equipment to prevent any breaches of security.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Know all of the duties and procedures specified in the American Heritage “Safety & Security Procedures” manual and perform duties as assigned to security personnel as specified in the manual.
Maintain a secure environment by patrolling assigned posts on foot or by golfcart.
Must be at post at all times until relieved by a Security personnel.
Protect, secure, and provide assistance to the personnel, students, guests, visitors, and/or property of the school.
Direct traffic
Perform traffic control to enforce speed limits.
Limit access to the property by vehicles and personnel traffic.
Screen employees, guests, and visitors to the school facilities by closely reviewing ID badges and other means of identification.
Scanning and logging visitor information into the Vistor Management System
Monitor the visitor sign-in log; record the visitor’s name, address, and place visited and direct them to the appropriate office or arrange for escorts when needed.
Monitor security alarms and fire systems.
Assist Principals with students during a fire evacuation, fire drills, evacuations, lockdowns, or other emergency situations.
Protect property from the danger of sabotage, espionage, and intrusion.
Detect and observe any unusual or abnormal conditions; assess the situation and institute emergency procedures via radio or telephone.
Act to prevent further destruction or loss of property, protect people, or overcome and apprehend persons who precipitated the emergency.
Respond to alarms and/or telephone/radio calls by determining and taking appropriate action.
Maintain radio communication with other Security Specialists and the Director of Security.
SECONDARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct roving patrols and fixed posts
Provide additional documentation regarding reports to the Director of Security
QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or equivalent
Previous military or law enforcement experience is required
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Possess good interpersonal skills
Vigilant
Attention to detail
Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Surveillance office
Work in various/extreme weather conditions
Various posts outside across campus
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Present a neat and professional appearance at all times
Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, or walking
Ability to bend, stoop, climb, and reach
BENEFITS
100% free tuition for one of the employees’ eligible children *
50% discount for Summer Education for employees’ eligible children
Free Day Summer Camp for employees’ eligible children while working over the summer.
Free early care & after-care for employees’ eligible children while working
Yearly cash bonuses
401K with partial employer match after a year of employment
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Supplemental Insurance plans available through Lincoln Financial
Pet Insurance options
Short-term & Long-term Disability options
Life Insurance at no cost to the employee
Affordable Company housing when available
Free Continuing Education available
* This benefit is based on space availability and child acceptance to the school.
OTHER
Employee understands that other tasks or duties may be added or assigned from time to time, in the discretion of the administration. The School reserves the right to modify, change, or amend this job description at any time. This is not a contract of employment. If you are employed under a contract with the School, you should refer to your contract regarding specific terms outlined therein concerning the duration of your employment. This job description supplements your duties and responsibilities. This job description does not alter your “at-will” status.
AHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.