Security Armed Supervisor in Plantation, Florida at American Heritage School- Broward Campus

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Security Armed Supervisor ensures the premises, personnel, and students are secure at all times. This position oversees and monitors Security personnel and reports directly to the Director of Security. This position patrols the campus and monitors the surveillance equipment to prevent any breaches of security.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Know all of the duties and procedures specified in the American Heritage “Safety & Security Procedures” manual and perform duties as assigned to security personnel as specified in the manual.

• Maintain a secure environment by patrolling assigned posts on foot or by golf cart.

  • Must be at post at all times until relieved by a Security personnel.

• Assisting and participating in interviews of security candidates with the Director of Security

• Directly supervising Security personnel during scheduled times

• Assist the Director of Security in communications to parents, visitors, and school employees regarding complaints, concerns, or other various issues

• Enforce any disciplinary action as deemed necessary

• Protect, secure, and provide assistance to the personnel, students, guests, visitors, and/or property of the school.

• Directs traffic

  • Perform traffic control to enforce speed limits on campus

• Limit access to the property by vehicles and personnel traffic

• Screen employees, guests, and visitors to the school facilities by closely reviewing ID badges and other means of identification.

  • Scanning and logging visitor information into the Visitor Management System

  • Monitor the visitor sign-in log; record the visitor’s name, address, and place visited and direct them to the appropriate office or arrange for escorts when needed.

• Monitor security alarms and fire systems

• Assist Principals with students during a fire evacuation, fire drills, evacuations, lockdowns, or other emergency situations.

• Protect property from the danger of vandalism and/or intrusion.

• Detect and observe any unusual or abnormal conditions; assess the situation and institute emergency procedures via radio or telephone.

• Act to prevent further destruction or loss of property, protect people, or overcome and apprehend persons who precipitated the emergency.

  • Respond to alarms and/or telephone/radio calls by determining and taking appropriate action.

• Maintain radio communication with other Security Specialists and the Director of Security.

• Ensuring daily maintenance of items pertinent to the position

SECONDARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Required to assist and supervise large-scale calendar events including but not limited to:

  • Spring Fling

  • Athletic Events

  • Etc.

• Conduct roving patrols and fixed posts

• Provide additional documentation regarding reports to the Director of Security

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Previous military or law enforcement experience is required

• Must be able to pass Psychological Evaluation

• Must have valid license (D&G)

• Must be able to successfully complete firearms qualifications and participate in quarterly trainings while meeting minimum qualifications set by the school.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Possess good interpersonal skills

• Vigilant

• Attention to detail

• Excellent problem-solving skills

• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Surveillance office

• Work in various/extreme weather conditions

• Various posts outside across campus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Present a neat and professional appearance at all times

• Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, or walking

• Ability to bend, stoop, climb, and reach

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs

• Bullet-proof vest is required and to be carried at all times

OTHER

• School-issued cell phone provided