Christ Presbyterian Academy is hiring: Security Officer in Nashville

POSITION PURPOSE: To foster and provide an environment of safety to optimize student learning.

DIRECT REPORT: Director of Security

POSITION OUTCOMES/EXPECTATIONS:

• Assist with traffic control each day requiring the officer to assist vehicles coming into and exiting the Old Hickory Blvd. entrance
• Provide campus patrol (including parking areas)
• Watches for any irregularities requiring assistance and summons administration, nurses, police, fire or first aid personnel as necessary
• Examines doors, windows, and gates to ensure security; uses keys to open and close buildings; monitors closed buildings for unauthorized persons and/or suspicious activities
• Monitors the perimeter of the campus, campus cameras and assists with any needed video retrieval
• Informs and warns violators of any campus rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles
• Have knowledge of fire systems, and respond to alarms and take appropriate corrective action
• Complete and submit reports concerning any incidents, unusual occurrences and violations that might affect the safety and security of persons or property on campus.
• Remains alert for the presence of unauthorized persons and/or security code violators; approaches suspicious persons and/or notifies police as appropriate; may be required to confront and/or detain violators, as needed, until police arrive
• Attend large group assemblies (i.e. lunch, chapels etc.) and stay vigilant for any security concerns
• Investigate issues on campus as needed

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree

Required Experience

• At least 10 years of police or military experience
• Must have or be able to obtain an armed guard license from the State of Tennessee within 60 days of hire
• Must have or be able to complete the most recent active shooter training as required by the Safe School Act in the State of Tennessee within 60 days of hire
• Applicant is required to be eligible to obtain LEOSA certification

Additional Qualifications Desired

• LEOSA Certification
• Emergency Management Experience
• Fire Safety experience
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Experience and knowledge of ICS and NIMS
• Technical experience with physical security systems
• Skills, Abilities and Attributes
• Ability to communicate well with all constituents from students to parents
• Self-motivated to work independently
• Ability to be hospitable to members of our community and guests on campus
• Ability to work well under pressure and make sound decisions as it relates to safety and security

Requirements

All employees must commit to performing their duties in accordance with the stated mission and purpose of the school, Christ Presbyterian Church Policies and Procedures Manual, Christ Presbyterian Church 101, and the Westminster Confession of Faith. All employees must be evangelical Christians and active members of an evangelical Christian church.

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions for which reasonable accommodation will be made. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform he job proficiently. The position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.