Safety and Security Officer

QUINCY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Safety and Security Officer

Supervisor: Assistant Superintendent

Salary Range: $60,000-$70,000

Location/Assignment: On Campus

Conditions of work: 200 days

Summary

The Safety and Security Officer (SSO) will provide the necessary leadership, coordination and oversight to develop, implement, and maintain the District safety and security plan and other safety and security related functions within the school district ensuring a safe and secure educational environment to promote academic success. Maintain compliance with State, Federal, local, and District Safety & Security requirements. The SSO will supervise the building-level emergency response programs and provide coordination for school security staff. The SSO will collaborate with District and building administrators and staff to provide the necessary education and training to ensure the general welfare and safety for all students and staff. In conjunction with the supervisor, SSO coordinates the school crisis response programs in cooperation with the community and emergency service providers.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Display ethical and professional behavior and all times
• Provide supervision of parking lots.
• Provide supervision of hallways and campus areas.
• Assist Administrators with discipline related situations.
• Provide supervision of students in a variety of settings.
• Assist with fact-finding for discipline related situations.
• Confront misbehavior on and around campus.
• Maintain records of non-student and other contacts that may be important to campus safety.
• Work with staff when appropriate.
• Ability to interpret as needed if the individual possesses multiple language skills.
• Exhibit excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal, Superintendent, and Asst. Superintendent?
  
  

General Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D equivalent.
• Pass required trainings – WA HB1214 mandated training for school security personnel
• Specialized training in crisis response, active shooter, de-escalation, emergency preparedness, violence prevention, substance abuse, investigation
• Current or the ability to obtain First Aid/CPR/AEDs certifications.
• Completed Training or ability to complete FEMA ICS courses 100-700.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, cooperative, and positive working relationships with students, parents, and fellow staff members.
• Possess a valid Washington State Driver’s License with a demonstrated safe driving record.
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Previous and/or current Law enforcement commission and experience.
• Possess the ability to, and willingness, to carry a weapon at the discretion of the superintendent per WA State Law.
• Knowledge of security procedures.
• Ability to maintain records.
• Ability to apply appropriate discipline in accordance with district policies and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with local law enforcement agencies.
• Willingness and ability to work extra-curricular activities.
  
  

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Ability to deal with students in a positive and confident manner; be fair and consistent when working with a culturally, racially, and economically diverse student population; adapt to change and remain flexible; organize activities; manage student behavior; use good judgment to maintain a safe learning environment; provide instruction and demonstrate techniques.
• Use necessary equipment, computers, tools, or software.
• Set and maintain high expectations of students.
• Ability to gain respect and confidence of students and community through the modeling of
• Appropriate behavior, methods and attire.
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.
  
  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands:

• Ability to regularly walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, and pull.
• Ability to lift upto 50 lbs.
  
  

Procedure

• Application Online at www.qsd.wednet.edu
• Click on “Employment” and “Current Openings TalentEd”
• All applications must be submitted online through the TalentEd system. For questions?regarding the TalentEd system, please contact Velma Flores 509-787-4571.
• Note: Employment contingent upon successful clearance of a Washington State Patrol, FBI fingerprint criminal history background check, and School Board approval.
  
  

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.

Quincy School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Nik Bergman, Superintendent, [email protected], 404 1st Ave SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571. Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Victoria Hodge, Special Programs Director, [email protected], 404 1st Ave SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571. Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: DJ Garza, Assistant Superintendent, [email protected], 404 1st Ave SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571.

Quincy School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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