2026 Campus Safety Officer

## Description

Role and Responsibilities

• Developing, implementing, and maintaining the School's safety and security policies.
• Assisting with morning drop-off, afternoon pick-up, and bus loading and unloading.
• Conducting regular safety assessments and risk analyses.
• Coordinating emergency preparedness drills (fire drills, lockdown drills, evacuation procedures, etc.)
• Serving as the contact for safety concerns and incidents.
• Training staff and students on safety procedures and protocols.
• Collaborating with law enforcement, emergency responders, and school administration.
• Monitoring security systems, including cameras, alarms, and access controls.
• Investigating and documenting safety incidents.
• Assisting facility needs as time and duties allow with the set-up of school events, delivery of goods, and other related duties as determined by the Director of Safety and Security.

## Qualifications

Skills, Qualifications, and Attributes

• Minimum of five years’ experience in campus security, law enforcement, or a related field.
• Current CSSO certified with Arkansas State Police or a reserve officer with a local department (preferred).
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of students, parents, staff, faculty, and other constituents (fluency in Spanish a plus).
• Ability to prioritize effectively and work in a self-directed manner.
• Excellent judgment, poise, and discretion.
• Ability to positively represent the school in all settings and circumstances.
• Appreciation for the educational mission and culture of the school.
• A founding spirit that embraces new challenges.

Physical Requirements

• Job frequently requires standing, walking, and handling objects with hands.
• Some work is performed outside and may require exposure to changing weather conditions.
• Job occasionally requires reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.