Experience in security or a security-related field.
A desire to work with adolescents and contribute to an environment that lives out Blake’s mission daily.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Empathy and good listening skills.
Attention to detail and good observation skills.
Ability to be discreet.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to remain calm during emergencies and implement emergency procedures.
Strong troubleshooting skills.
Ability to work flexible hours.
Ability to run short distances.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
Ability to perform duties in extreme weather conditions.
Ability to evacuate school children and adults in emergency situations.
Visual and auditory observation capabilities.
Ability to pass a physical fitness test.
Responsibilities
Interact with students both in and out of the classroom.
Collaborate with Blake administrative staff on issues related to student and staff well-being.
Monitor entrances, gates, exterior doors, and prohibit entry of unauthorized personnel on campus.
Greet and welcome visitors and guests to the campus in a professional, welcoming manner.
Observe arrival and departure of students, faculty, and staff.
Ensure only authorized visitors and vendors obtain access to campus.
Ensure visitors are properly cleared to enter.
Secure the campus, students, and staff by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and entry access points.
Complete reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities; interview witnesses.
Observe for signs of disturbances or other security incidents and investigate.
Implement all emergency procedures.
Schedule, coordinate, and monitor evacuation, ALICE, and severe weather drills.
Provide training to staff as necessary.
Control traffic at the beginning and end of the school day.
Conduct safety checks.
Monitor crowds during athletic events and other large gatherings to ensure orderly behavior and a safe environment.
Coordinate with law enforcement as needed.
Demonstrate good teamwork.
Provide input for ways to improve procedures and policies.
Pitch in where needed.
Maintain records.
Input information into a database of incidents or violations through the online incident reporting process.
Liaise with local first responders.
Administer first aid.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in law enforcement and/or as a first responder.
In-depth knowledge of security systems.
Experience in conflict resolution.
Advanced security and/or first responder training.
Professional certifications.
Description
The Blake School places great emphasis on ensuring a welcoming and safe environment for all students, staff, community members and visitors. The Security Officer will often be the first impression of the school and therefore must always be professional, diplomatic, authoritative and dress appropriately for the role. This role covers a wide range of tasks including implementing and acting on emergency and safety procedures, car park/traffic control management and the implementation of safety and security tasks. This position provides security for students, faculty, staff and visitors within the campus area and is responsible for surveilling the school to protect campus property, controlling entry to campus areas, providing information to visitors and guests, assisting in maintaining and enforcing security regulations and performing other related duties. Candidates should have a strong interest in working in a community committed to pluralism and be inquisitive, self-directed and team-oriented.
Blake is particularly interested in candidates who will enrich the diversity of identity, lived experience and thinking that makes our community strong and empowers students to engage across differences.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Security Advisor
Interact with students both in and out of the classroom
Collaborate with Blake administrative staff on issues related to student and staff well-being
Security Access
Monitor entrances, gates, exterior doors and prohibit entry of unauthorized personnel on campus
Greet and welcome visitors and guests to the campus in a professional welcoming manner
Observe arrival and departure of students, faculty and staff
Ensure only authorized visitors/vendors obtain access to campus
Ensure visitors are properly cleared to enter
Secure campus, students and staff by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment and entry access points
Complete reports by recording observations, information, occurrences and surveillance activities; interview witnesses
Security Services
Observe for signs of disturbances or other security incidents and investigate
Responsible for the implementation of all emergency procedures
Schedule, coordinate and monitor evacuation, ALICE and severe weather drills
Provide training to staff as necessary
Control traffic at the beginning and end of school day
Conduct safety checks
Special Event Activity
Monitors crowds during athletic events and other large gatherings to ensure orderly behavior and a safe environment
Coordinate with law enforcement as needed
Team Participation
Demonstrate good teamwork
Provide input for ways to improve procedures and policies
Demonstrate a willingness to pitch in where needed
General Duties:
Record keeping
Inputting information into a database of all incidents or violations via the online incident reporting process
Liaison with local first responders
Administer first aid
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience in security or a security related field
A desire to work with adolescents and contribute to an environment that lives out Blake’s mission daily
Good verbal and written communication skills
Empathy and good listening skills
Attention to detail and good observation skills
Ability to be discreet
Basic computer skills
Ability to remain calm during emergencies and implement emergency procedures
Strong troubleshooting skills
Ability to work flexible hours
Desired:
Experience in law enforcement and/or first responder
In-depth knowledge of security systems
Experience in conflict resolution
Advanced security and/or first responder training
Professional certifications
Essential Physical Requirements:
Ability to run short distances
Ability to stand for long period of time
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
Ability to perform duties in extreme weather conditions.
Ability to evacuate school children and adults in emergency situations.
Visual and auditory observation capabilities
Ability to pass a physical fitness test
Disclaimer:
The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.