Position Summary:

As a key member of the Security Team, the Campus Security Specialist will promote and provide proactive professional security services in order to foster a social and physical environment where students, staff and visitors are safe and secure. (i.e. foster a culture that is free from unnatural/unnecessary fear and apprehension) The Campus Security Specialist will also be a positive role model for students and promote positive relationships with students.

Position Requirements:

Monitor visitor access to ensure only authorized persons enter to maintain a safe and secure campus.
Assists Evolv staff and administrators at various entry points throughout campus.
Watch for disturbances, unauthorized visitors or criminal activity, assess danger and call for assistance if necessary (STEM has a designated Law Enforcement Officer); intervene to halt or prevent disturbances or other incidents and diffuse (de-escalate where possible) threatening or confrontational situations between students or others to ensure the order is restored and students are unharmed.
Will perform routine interior and exterior foot patrols and resolve any safety concerns encountered.
Assist law enforcement and District Security with enforcement of school District policies on controlled substances and mitigation strategies to promote a drug-free school environment.
Enforce Student Conduct and Discipline Code and other school rules and regulations; administer warnings to students or refer them to building administrators for disciplinary action as necessary to maintain a peaceful environment.
Monitor and supervise students’ activities at assigned locations in the building and/or on the grounds and enforce parking regulations, issue verbal warnings, written warnings or parking summons as appropriate to promote a safer learning environment.
Be available to respond to incidents that may impact school operations.
If senior leadership assesses the need, the Campus Security Specialist may be required to obtain training in order to respond to crucial or post-critical (consequence phase) incidents within the NIMS Framework and ICS Protocols.
Serve as a member of the Campus Security Team and the Incident Command Team
Ensure that all Emergency Response binders are up-to-date with necessary maps and instructions for Emergency Response Protocols.
Work collaboratively with the Administration Team to perform safety drills and CERT Team requirements.
Assist with monitoring surveillance cameras and the Charter School Service for investigative and preventative purposes.
Establish on-going communication with Administration on the status of security issues, evolving risks, and related recommendations.
Liaison with local law enforcement, first responders and emergency management officials within the assigned jurisdictions.
Demonstrate exceptional customer service by serving students, staff, parents, and community members with professionalism, empathy, and respect. Act as a positive ambassador for STEM School Highlands Ranch, ensuring all interactions support a welcoming, safe, and student-centered environment.
Understand and follow school procedures for responding to student concerns, including determining when students should be referred to counselors, administrators, classroom teachers, nurses, or other support staff.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications Required:

Must have previous safety and security experience
Google Suite and Microsoft program experience
High School Education or equivalent (required)
Have proficiency using computers and navigating various programs and web-based applications
Be able to be on their feet for long periods (foot patrols)

Essential Physical Requirements:

Occasional lifting, five (5) to fifty (50) pounds
Ability to stand/walk for ninety (90) minutes
Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, reaching, and sitting

Schedule:

Day shift with occasional nights and weekends
Requires presence at after-school and evening events

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: July 31, 2026

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