Security Operations Manager

Job Title: Security Operations Manager Position Type: Non-Exempt, Full-Time Reports To: Vice President for Finance and Operations Typical Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with flexibility to support occasional after-hours events Salary Range: 80,000 to 100,000 Benefits: Medical Dental Vision Retirement Employee Assistance Program Discounted School Lunches Costco Membership Reimbursement Passport Discount Program Professional Development Needs Based Tuition Assistance Location: Redmond, WA Your Role. The Bear Creek School is currently seeking to add a member to our team! The Security Operations Manager role plays a vital part in fostering a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors across campus. The ideal candidate will take a proactive and visible approach to campus safety, support emergency preparedness efforts, and help ensure that policies and procedures are carried out with consistency and professionalism. As a member of The Bear Creek School, you belong to a vibrant preschool - grade 12 community fully committed to the mission of our school. Why you should work at The Bear Creek School. Bear Creek is a vibrant, mission driven community where faculty and staff are deeply invested in both student growth and one another. The school offers a supportive, collaborative environment where adults are encouraged to learn, serve, and grow alongside students. Rooted in a Christian classical tradition, Bear Creek provides a purposeful and enriching setting where your work contributes to something meaningful each day. Joining Bear Creek means becoming part of a caring community that values excellence, fosters strong relationships, and is committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Campus Safety Provide morning and afternoon parking lot supervision to ensure safe and efficient traffic flow Oversee campus access points and visitor check-in procedures Manage and maintain the campus card access system Monitor and support the campus camera system Maintain a visible safety presence across multiple campuses Enforce school safety policies and procedures in a consistent and professional manner Provide safety support for school events, athletic activities, and after-hours functions as assigned Emergency Preparedness Oversee and maintain the school’s emergency operations plan Coordinate and conduct emergency drills and related training for staff and students in accordance with best practices and state standards Manage annual fire safety requirements, including planning and compliance coordination Build and maintain relationships with local emergency management, law enforcement and fire departments Oversee communication systems, including handheld radios, to ensure operational readiness Coordinate inspections and maintenance of fire panels, sprinkler systems, and fire extinguishers Maintain and update the Emergency Operations Plan, including procedures and assigned roles Manage emergency supplies and inventory; provide recommendations for improvements Communicate safety concerns clearly and professionally Proactively identify and address campus safety concerns to mitigate risk Supervisory Responsibilities None Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required Knowledge of Incident Command System preferred Prior Experience in law enforcement, military service, campus security, or private security required Training in emergency response, de-escalation, or crisis management preferred Ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure Strong interpersonal and communication skills Experience in school or youth-centered environment preferred Currently held CPR and First Aid Certification (with Epinephrine Auto Injector supplement included), or arrangements made to obtain certification within 90 days of employment start date) Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer. No sponsorship is available for this position Critical Performance Competencies Positively support the school’s policies and practices and work collaboratively in a professional organization Truthful, positive, and purposeful when communicating with others Able to use strong written and oral communication skills to transfer thoughts and express ideas Flexible and adaptable in dealing with new, different or changing requirements Maintain confidentiality and security of information. Hold self and others accountable to accomplish results Effective in handling multiple concurrent tasks Familiar with Microsoft Word and Outlook, ability to learn and work with the school’s integrated data-based software package as needed Adhere to biblical standards in all areas of conduct Must exercise a high degree of professionalism with sound judgement, awareness, and discretion Demonstrated ability to motivate and interact effectively within a large community Ability to meet deadlines Physical Requirements Ability to stand and walk the campus for extended periods of time Ability to lift up to 50 pounds if necessary Capacity to remain alert and attentive throughout assigned shifts #J-18808-Ljbffr National Association of Independent Schools