Campus Security Associate 190/235

Category: Safety and SecurityJob Function: SecurityDepartment: Riverwood HighSummaryThe Campus Security Associate may be a school-based or administrative office position. The incumbent in this position supports and facilitates the educational process within the Fulton County School System by providing a safe and secure environment through monitoring of activity and patrolling of assigned location. The Campus Security Associate must maintain visibility and vigilance while establishing a rapport with students and staff and must be able to make sound decisions in emergency and non-emergency situations. The incumbent in this position may work rotational shifts to include days, nights, overnights, and/or weekends.Essential DutiesPatrols assigned areas and ensures safety of school campus, administrative buildings and grounds; Patrols campus/building and checks for unauthorized personnel; Checks for visitor and employee badgesWorks closely and cooperatively with the School Police Department in relationship to campus security issuesServes as a visible and active security presence on campus dealing with students who present challenges as these students may require supervision and direction to make positive choices to further their educational opportunitiesAssists with monitoring and regulates student behavior on campus, in cafeterias, restrooms, parking lots and other open areas; Assists the Administrative team with student disciplinary issuesAssists with controlling disturbances or acts of defiance and requests assistance from school administration and/or school police when necessaryParticipates in risk identification and provides preventive options to the Administrative team; Assists the School Police Department and local law enforcement on crime prevention implementationServes as a member of the campus safety team assisting with emergency preparedness drills, maintaining an emergency evacuation kit, providing input on the site-based safety plan, and providing school safety training, etcAssists the School Police Department in providing crowd control at extra-curricular activities and special eventsAssists with security equipment, school safety assessments and metal detection equipment, etcServes as watch officer in the Emergency Operations Center; Virtually patrols all facilities in the District using Avigilon and GETru Nav video system; The use of this system requires a high level of technical awareness with computers and CATV systems Provides administrative security functions at our administrative center(s); including greeting our visitors and assisting them with signing inAssists visitors to our facilities with information, collects information and paperwork, provides overall customer service in support of the District administrative functions in our officesProvides visible and active security presence at District schools dealing with students, faculty, and staff; Assists with making positive decisions, provides supervision and supports the overall goal of education as assignedServes as a member of the safety / audit team in assisting with safety / risk management audits under direction of District safety specialist or leadershipMaintains paperwork related to activitiesPerforms other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator Required EducationHigh School Diploma or GED equivalentCertification/LicensureMust hold or be able to obtain within 12 months of employment date: National Incident Management System Certification Levels 100, 200 and 700, CPR & AED CertifiedExperience QualificationsMinimum 3 years of related work experience required; A combination of experience and college degree may be considered in lieu of 3 years of experience; Previous law enforcement or military experience preferredKnowledge/Skills/AbilitiesKnowledge of Fulton County Schools Board Policies, Student Code of Conduct and School Safety PlansKnowledge of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)Excellent customer service skills are critical to the success of this roleDemonstrated knowledge of technical and computer skillsAbility to work with youth and adultsAbility to diffuse differences through conflict resolutionMust be able to effectively communicate with both public and school personnelMust be able to pass a criminal history and background investigationWorking ConditionsWorks rotational shifts to include days, nights, overnightsSome travel between schools and administrative buildingsMust be available to work at all District facilities as neededMay require work in inclement weatherMay involve assignments in hostile environmentsPhysical DemandsMust be able to walk, run, climb, crawl, or sit for extended periods of timeGood hearing and vision neededPosting ID: 34305It is the policy of the Fulton County School System not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service. If you wish to make a complaint or request accommodation or modification due to discrimination in any program, activity, or service, contact Compliance Coordinator Gonzalo LaCava, 6201 Powers Ferry Rd, NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, or phone 470-254-4585.TTY 1-800-255-0135.Campus Security Associate 190/235Req ID: Fulton County SchoolsNearest Major Market: Atlanta