School Security Monitor

Job Description
Here's what you need to know:
Security Monitors are responsible for the overall safety and security of the school. The security team plays a critical role in the school’s culture  and climate. A calm, structured, and positive learning environment is top priority for the security team. Security personnel actively engage in  supporting students for them to be successful in the classroom and school community. The role of a security officer is physically demanding as  they are the first line of defense to defuse and de-escalate student misconduct and/or serious incidents and must respond urgently.
Here's what you'll be doing:
Fulfill duties associated with the post assigned as part of the campus comprehensive security plan; maintain an  orderly post and remain at the post at all times unless otherwise directed by a supervisor. 
Actively respond to incidents, fights or other issues in the school that threaten the safety of students, staff,  and/or guests utilizing Safety Care skills up to and including momentary physical intervention if warranted by  the safety risk 
Fulfill duties assigned related to Hall Sweeps 
Patrol (foot or mobile) and monitor school property for unauthorized persons. If needed, redirect or escort  from property 
Report unusual activity or suspicions of safety issues to the Lead Dean or administration in a timely fashion • Complete proper documentation related to incident reports and misconduct reports 
Produce and deliver reports to show progress against key metrics 
Monitor school grounds and school entrances to ensure only authorized personnel and authorized visitors  access the school 
Actively participate in professional development training to ensure ongoing growth and to advance skills • As assigned, monitor the student entry, lunches and dismissal process to ensure safety 
Build positive and professional relationships with students and leverage those relationships to establish and  maintain productive and safe learning environments and common areas of the building 
Exercise dignity and respect when interacting with students, staff and families at all times 
Lead efforts to de-escalate inappropriate student behaviors and assist students with maximizing their time on  task in classrooms 
Serve as a primary participant in emergency response during crisis situations including but not limited to fire,  tornado and active shooter incidents
 As job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the position holder may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above essential duties and responsibilities.
SKILLS ABILITIES
High school diploma or GED required 
A minimum of 2-3 years of highly successful related experience 
Actively patrolling school property is critical in securing the building and maintaining a safe environment for  students and staff. Applicants must be able to walk or stand for long periods of time (up to 8 hours) and  quickly ascend/descend stairs. 
Knowledge of basic methods of providing site security and safety 
Solid attendance and punctuality
Ability to work with small children or adolescents in maintaining a positive and safe school culture • Ability to read and adhere to written and oral instructions 
Proficient with teamwork and collaborating with colleagues and administration 
Exhibit passion and the ability to thrive amidst change and challenging conditions while maintaining a positive  outlook and forward looking perspective 
Possess an attuned appreciation for cultural awareness and competency and a staunch commitment to  continuously develop insight and proficiencies related to such matters 
Takes personal responsibility for mistakes and learns from them, while consistently following up with analysis  and corrective action 
Demonstrated ability to keep up with fast paced environments and to multi-task 
Sound judgment and ethical practice 
Commitment to social justice and restorative justice practices 
Strong oral communication skills, human relations, and interpersonal skills 
Ability to write incident reports