Security Officer

Security Officer – Campus Safety and Security

Greenwich Academy seeks an experienced and mission-driven Security Officer to help protect a vibrant school community and foster a campus environment where students can learn, grow, and thrive. This is an opportunity for a skilled security professional to bring sound judgment, operational expertise, and a service-oriented approach to a highly collaborative educational setting.

Reporting to the Director of Safety and Security, the Security Officer will serve as a trusted and visible presence across campus, balancing proactive security practices with respectful, positive engagement with students, faculty, staff, families, and visitors. The officer will patrol buildings and grounds, monitor access points and security systems, respond decisively to emergencies, support school events and daily operations, and help implement the Academy's emergency preparedness and response procedures.

The successful candidate will work closely with school leadership, colleagues, and local police, fire, and emergency medical personnel to identify and address potential risks, maintain a secure campus, and support the well-being of the entire Greenwich Academy community. This role is well suited to a professional who takes pride in prevention, preparedness, calm decision-making, and the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution in a school environment.

Security Officers are expected to demonstrate professionalism, integrity, sound judgment, and discretion. Officers must maintain an effective security presence while building positive relationships with students, faculty, staff, families, and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible security presence throughout campus.
• Conduct foot and vehicle patrols of buildings, grounds, and parking areas.
• Monitor entrances, exits, visitors, contractors, and vendors.
• Operate security camera, access control, alarm, and communication systems.
• Respond to security incidents, medical emergencies, fire alarms, and other emergencies.
• Support lockdowns, evacuations, emergency drills, and implementation of the Emergency Operations Plan.
• Support arrival and dismissal procedures, traffic management, athletic events, performances, and special programs.
• Prepare accurate incident reports and promptly report safety and security concerns.
• Communicate professionally with students, faculty, staff, families, visitors, and emergency responders.
• Maintain confidentiality and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience in law enforcement, military service, corrections, school security, private security, or a related field.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Connecticut Security Officer Registration/Guard Card, or the ability to obtain it.
• Connecticut State Pistol Permit, or the ability to obtain one.
• Connecticut Armed Security Officer Certification (Blue Card/Class 1 endorsement), or the ability to obtain it before performing armed duties.
• Strong communication skills, sound judgment, professionalism, and discretion.
• Ability to remain calm and respond effectively during emergencies.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to prepare written reports.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Willingness to work occasional evening and weekend assignments.
• Experience working in a school or other educational setting.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification.
• Experience with emergency management, crisis response, access control, surveillance systems, or emergency drills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and patrol for extended periods.
• Ability to navigate stairs and outdoor areas in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to respond promptly to emergencies.