School Security Officer (Tulsa)

Job Title: School Security Officer

Department: School Safety & Security

Reports To: Chief Officer of School Safety and Security

Compensation: $23.95 per hour (estimated $50,000 annually)

Classification: Non-exempt

Summary:

School Security Officers (SSO) are responsible for ensuring the safety of staff and students of

all Epic Charter School sites. First and foremost SSOs are security officers whose primary

purpose is to keep schools a safe environment in which to learn. Secondly, SSOs are safety

and security-related educators who instruct students and school staff about the policies and

procedures in place for their protection. Third, SSOs serve as liaisons, working collaboratively

with others to provide links to law enforcement and other community resources and services.

Fourth, SSOs serve as role models for our students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be

assigned.

? Ensures compliance with the comprehensive security/school safety program, including

assisting with the development and implementation of security plans for special events

involving any facilities under the jurisdiction of Epic Charter Schools

? Assists in providing training and assistance to site-based administrators and other

employees in matters of security and safety

? Responds to routine safety requests, inquiries, complaints, alarms, and emergency

messages, identifying and recognizing criminal acts

? Conducts interior and exterior foot patrols of Epic Charter Schools owned, leased, and

partner properties in an effort to mitigate criminal activity and to protect Epic Charter

School students, employees, vendors, and community partners.

? Investigates suspicious activity on Epic Charter School property.

? Maintains a positive working relationship with staff members regarding issues related to

school safety, security, and traffic on school property

? Works closely with members of the Facilities Department to prevent issues from

becoming security problems.

? Monitor school security cameras periodically and respond to safety concerns; maintain

and perform minor repairs on surveillance equipment as needed.

? Monitors and evaluates site safety drills; making recommendations for improvement to

principals or site supervisors

? Remains active and visible at all times, especially during high-activity periods such as

morning arrivals, lunch periods, and the evening pick-up period.

? Checks and identifies unknown persons and intruders observed on school property.

? Maintains a positive and helpful attitude when assisting students and families.

? Assists with any and all emergencies occurring on assigned properties.

? Checks unknown vehicles found on school property.

? Must maintain a positive working relationship with local law enforcement and fire

officials.

? Prepares and submits written reports regarding violence, drug activity, smoking/vapes,

criminal activity on school property, etc., to site and district administrators, and law

enforcement when applicable, in a timely manner

? Works with committees designed to optimize school safety; works with the community

and local law enforcement on safety initiatives

? May assist with training and teaching opportunities involving staff and students.

? Response to any potential threats on school premises during working hours.

? Retrieving security footage requested by authorities or EPIC leadership. Building

relationships between Epic and local responders.

? Assign and distribute door access cards. Pulling access reports as requested.

? Assists Epic Charter School vendors and community partners as needed.

? Checks to ensure doors are secured and locked during operating hours and at the end

of the day.

? Performs other duties as assigned

Project TEAMSS Responsibilities (if applicable)

? Support the Level 1 threat assessment process by gathering information and

participating in threat assessment meetings.

? Provide school staff with guidance on threat reporting protocols and act as a liaison to

BTAM specialist and Chief Officer with related incidents.

? Participate in grant-related training and help deliver staff and student safety education.

? Conduct site security checks and report risks or breaches.

? Support still execution by helping staff and students follow procedures and ensuring

safety equipment is functional.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

? No supervisory responsibilities

Education and/or Experience

? High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelors degree preferred.

? Experience in security in a school setting strongly preferred; Experience in a security at

hospitals, airports, housing complexes, gated communities, malls, and/or other similar

types of establishments, required

? Experience in minor IT setup and breakdown of technological equipment preferred

? Additional experience in over-the-phone instructions to others preferred

Qualifications

? Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills; ability to communicate with and

relate to staff, families and students

? Ability to remain calm under pressure and communicate instructions succinctly and

efficiently

? Knowledge of State and local ordinance, regulations and laws.

? Multitasking abilities.

? Strong computer and technology literacy.

? Good problem-solving and de-escalation skills.

? Ability to learn quickly, understand and comprehend information, work independently

and to be effective in a fast-paced, dynamic, environment

? Must possess a professional and friendly attitude and be able to quickly develop a

rapport with stakeholders over the phone or in person

? Attentive and strong attention to detail, dependability, and follow-through

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports,

and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers,

regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to communicate effectively

with students, families, and coworkers, both verbally and in writing. Ability to effectively present

information to students, families and supervisors.

Mathematical Skills

Basic math skills required

Reasoning Ability

Ability to understand and define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid

conclusions. Ability to determine reasonableness and probable cause in a critical incident, as

required by state law.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have computer proficiency in Windows,

Microsoft Office and Google Suite with the ability to manage multiple computer screens.

Knowledge of web conferencing/meeting tools. Must have a high aptitude to learn new software

as necessary for the business operations of the school.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

? Current driver's license and valid car insurance

Other Qualifications

? Must be able to pass a state-mandated background check after a conditional offer of

employment is made

? Must have favorable employment references

Physical Demands

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

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential

functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear,

to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The

employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 35

pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 65 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by

this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The ability to walk and/or run for

longer periods of time, as well as the ability to stand for long periods of time is required. Ability

to defend self and others physically if required. A physical examination and/or fit for duty test

may be required.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee

encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations

may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position reports to an Epic office or microsite in Tulsa, OK and will be required to travel to

other Epic sites across the state as needed. The noise level is quiet to loud (when students are

present.)

Epic Charter Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For reasonable accommodations of a disability during the hiring process, please email

Epic.hr@epiccharterschools.org. Someone will call you to discuss further.