Security Officer at Lincoln Community School

Position Summary/Job Goal:

Under the supervision of the Security & Safety Assurance Supervisor, the Security Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the LCS campus and residential units. The Security Officer is responsible for ensuring all laid-down security and safety procedures are adhered to in the course of duties.

Key Responsibilities include:

·       Work to ensure all contracted security officers adhere to laid-down post orders at all times.

·       Ensure the safety and security of the School (students, staff, parents, and other members of the community) while on campus or any other school facility.

·       Conduct day and night security patrols of the school premises and school residential homes as directed by the supervisor.

·       Ensure maximum security and safety of school premises during patrols and surveillance.

·       Observe diligently and report any irregularities or breaches of security through the appropriate laid down channels.

·       Guard the entry to school premises diligently and ensure all visitors to the campus meet all laid-down security checks.

·       Restrain where necessary trespassers using the appropriate laid down procedures.

·       Operate and use the school's CCTV systems as and when required to enhance security of campus.

·       Work side by side with contracted Security officers and ensure the highest standards of security and surveillance are adhered to at all times

·       Control school traffic and parking within laid down procedures. Ensure thehighest standards of health and safety are maintained at all times.

·       To propose and implement appropriate systems under the direction of the Supervisor.

·       Contribute to any investigation of suspicious activities or safety and security violations, accidents, and suspected thefts/losses and ensure appropriate records.

·       Responsible for keeping a log book and activity reports.

·       Carries out security checks of persons on campus and school premises for identification, authorization, information, and movements.

·       Have an understanding of procedures for any type of emergency and respond in a timely manner to emergency events.

·       Any other duties commensurate with the role as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

·       A minimum of three years of previous Security officer experience

·       Proven experience in night guard patrols

·       Proven ability to work effectively with staff, students, parents, school administration, and local law enforcement representatives.

·       Good written and verbal communication

·       Ability to read and write proficiently

·       Skilled driver with a minimum of 5 years experience in driving.

Qualifications:

·       SSS qualification or equivalent

·       Qualification/training in security desirable

·       Clean driving license ( Class C)

Conditions of work

·       You will be required to work outside normal working hours.

·       You will be required to work on a shift system.

·       Tasks are regularly performed with some risk of exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dust, humidity, rain, temperature extremes, traffic hazards, and possible violence.

LCS Believes:

That each employee makes a significant contribution to our success.

That contribution is not limited to the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description outlines primary duties, qualifications, and job scope but does not limit the employee or LCS to only the work identified. It is the expectation of the School that each employee will incorporate the School’s values and mission in the performance of their duties at all times to ensure the school's success.