Campus Response Specialist

Gonzaga Preparatory School, Spokane, WA

SCHOOL OVERVIEW

Gonzaga Preparatory School is a Catholic, Jesuit college preparatory school that educates students according to Gospel values, inspiring leaders who create a more just and loving world. Since 1887, Gonzaga Prep has prepared students for lives of leadership founded in a tradition of excellence in academics, activities, and service. It is a lifelong community of individuals who go forth and make the world a better place through excellence and service. With a faith-filled, college preparatory environment grounded in values drawn from the long Jesuit tradition, Gonzaga Prep students discover who they are meant to be in this world.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Campus Response Specialist (CRS) primary responsibility is to provide for the overall safety and security of people and property on the Gonzaga Prep campus. The CRS provides for the safety and welfare of students and staff while on school grounds after school hours and on occasional weekends for school events. The CRS will work under the direction of the Campus Safety Specialist and school administration to provide a safe school environment. This position reports directly to the Principal.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Student/Family Support
Establish and maintain a professional partnership with school administrators, students, and staff to provide a safe school environment.
Build positive and professional working relationships with all Gonzaga Prep community members.
Be present, visible, and supervise students daily as prescribed by the school administration.
Observe and assist visitors on campus.
Assist with de-escalating and diffusing conflicts.
Conduct building sweeps and secure specific areas as requested
Maintain and monitor campus surveillance cameras in coordination with the IT department.
Ensure only authorized personnel and authorized visitors access the school
Work with the emergency notification system in coordination with the IT Department and school administration
Assist school administrators in emergency crisis planning and safety matters.
Assist building administration with action to be taken at the scene of incidents and emergencies.
Recommend scheduling additional security when necessary.
Maintain security records, logs, and reports.
Maintain lost and found items and log
Communicate with and attend regular meetings with the Campus Security Specialist.
Be prepared to accept other duties related to safety and security.
Commit to ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in school security.
Report any discipline infractions, unauthorized visitors, and acts of vandalism to the Campus Safety Specialist and building administration in a timely fashion.
Maintain a high level of confidentiality pertaining to information and records related to school safety.
Display ethical and professional behavior in working with students, parents, school personnel, and outside agencies associated with the school.
Complete proper documentation related to incident reports and misconduct reports.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Campus Safety Specialist and the Principal.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Reference check and criminal background check required.
Complete school safety training recommended by Washington State in a timely manner once hired
Experience working in a security setting
Experience in a school environment is preferred, but not required.
Must possess a high school diploma (or equivalency) with some experience or training in a security-related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience
Possess or be able to obtain (within 30 days) CPR and First aid Certifications
Knowledge of, and the ability to apply, standard security procedures and best practices
Understand the School’s Mission Statement. Demonstrate behavior and values consistent with the School’s Mission.
High level of attention to detail, initiative, and the ability to complete work in an accurate and timely manner
Possess strong computer software skills (e.g., Word, Access, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, search software, etc.)
Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations
Ability to communicate information and ideas both verbally and in writing clearly and concisely
Must be team-oriented but also able to work independently
High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service and demonstrated ability to work positively with staff and patrons
Willingness to work flexible hours


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must have the ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods; exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, key a two-way radio, operate a keyboard, and use a lock and key; hear and understand speech at normal levels; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly; articulate information in an emergency situation; use physical agility and strength to defend self and detain persons using force if necessary, and have the visual acuity necessary to observe and comprehend student movement; have the ability to jog and run
Occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds). Acceptable eyesight and hearing (with or without correction).
Environmental Conditions: Works in both indoor and outdoor conditions.

Our Catholic and Jesuit tradition affirms the dignity and worth of every person and mandates that all employees be treated fairly and respectfully. Gonzaga Preparatory School, therefore, does not discriminate in its employment practices on the basis of gender, age, race, color, status as a married or unmarried person, sexual orientation, honorably discharged veteran or military status, national and ethnic origin, or disabilities which can be reasonably accommodated in the administration of its educational policies and school-administered programs.

Gonzaga Preparatory School provides a rich offering of benefits and services to our eligible faculty and staff including:
● Full tuition waivers.
● Three different medical health plans including PPO, HMO, and HSA.
● 100% of employee premiums paid by the School for our PPO and HMO medical insurance, dental and vision plans.
● School matched contribution of up to $100 per month to employee HSA plans.
● Retirement plan with a 6% employer match.
● Life insurance and long-term disability insurance are also available.
● Annual, personal, sick, bereavement leave, and 14 paid holidays.

$21.74 - $27.08/ hour