Safety and Security Officer

Safety and Security Officer

12-month position

We’re looking for someone who:

• is a highly prepared and visible presence on campus
• has a friendly and calm, yet assertive, disposition
• is observant, detail-oriented, and proactive
• will commit to a school mission of seeking truth, building character, and nurturing all

Who we are:

At Randolph School, PK-12 students become lifelong thinkers, creative problem solvers, and fearless leaders as they learn to embrace their full potential, prepare for a purposeful future and create epic possibilities for success. Randolph School is situated on two campuses within a mile of each other in Jones Valley on the southeastern side of Huntsville, Alabama, which was named in the U.S. News & World Report’s list of best cities in the United States to live. The 17-acre Drake campus houses pre-kindergarten through grade eight, while the Upper School is located at the 76-acre Garth campus. Through a commitment to excellence in academics, the arts, and athletics, the school’s program and its faculty demand diligence and discipline while encouraging creativity and discovery. Above all, the school emphasizes honor, integrity, and character so that all in partnership with Randolph are elevated and inspired to enrich their families, communities, the nation, and the world.

Randolph School is seeking a Safety and Security Officer. Under the direction of the Safety and Security Manager, the successful candidate will foster a secure and prepared environment for all students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The Safety Officer will have excellent communication skills and an ability to work independently and as part of a team, with adaptability, dependability, and forward thinking.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Interact with faculty, staff, and administration with superior verbal and written communication skills
• Assist in daily safety and security protocols
• Monitor the physical campus via regular rounds
• Respond promptly to safety and security incidents and assist with corrective actions as needed
• Assist in scheduling, conducting, and documenting safety drills
• Provide security coverage at school events, including athletic competitions, graduation, and other large gatherings
• Enforce campus safety and security policies consistently and respectfully
• Assist with training and educating staff, students, and visitors on safety and security expectations
• Assist with visitor check-in and verification processes and in communication with reception areas
• Support coordination with local emergency services during drills or actual incidents

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-5 years of safety and security experience in an educational or non-profit setting
• Physical ability to conduct regular patrols and respond quickly in emergency situations
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Current drivers license and personal vehicle insurance                                                                                                        

As a member institution, Randolph School is committed to the principles of diversity as stated by the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS). In that spirit, Randolph School does not discriminate in violation of the law on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge, nation of origin, gender, or any other characteristic.