REMINDER: Current DCSD employees must apply through their district log-on, this application is for external candidates only!
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
The pay range for this role is: $20.35 to $30 USD per year hour
This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: July 31, 2026
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Interested candidates should apply directly through the STEM School Highlands Ranch at https://www.stemk12.org/about/careers
Monitor visitor access during school hours to ensure only authorized persons enter to maintain a safe and secure campus.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
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 summonses as appropriate to promote a safer learning 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.
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.
Watch for disturbances, fights, unauthorized visitors, or criminal activity. Assess danger and call for assistance if necessary; intervene to halt or prevent fights, disturbances, or other incidents. Diffuse threatening or confrontational situations between students or others to ensure order is restored and students are unharmed.