Commissioned School Security Officer (CSSO)

Blytheville School District

Commissioned School Security Officer

Primary Purpose: 
The Commissioned School Security Officer (CSSO) provides a variety of security and safety related functions while involved in safeguarding students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This position provides security for equipment and real property in the assigned area, and communicates effectively and respectfully with members of the campus community, supervisors, and peers. The CSSO provides information and directions as needed. This position may be assigned to a specific campus or geographical work area. The Commissioned School Security Officer will have a focus on protecting our students, be team oriented, be a problem solver, and possess the ability to remain calm during emergency and non-emergency situations. 

Qualifications: 

                Education/Certification:

• Minimum of a high school diploma
• Certified (Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards & Training) law enforcement preferred and/or minimum of 5 years armed security experience
• Certification in CPR
• Mental Health/Personal Crisis certified training preferred

                Experience:

• If not law enforcement certified, then 3-5 years of licensed, armed security experience
• Military experience preferred

Major responsibilities and duties:

1. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
2. Ability to resolve disputes (may be verbal as well as physical)
3. Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports
4. Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures
5. Ability to drive motor vehicles
6. Ability to understand and follow safety procedures
7. Skill in providing protection services to individuals on campus
8. Ability to detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel
9. Knowledge of federal, state, and local criminal law
10. Knowledge of state truancy laws
11. Skill in utilizing building security and lock systems and procedures
12. Proficient in basic computer programs (I.E. Word Processor, Excel, Email, etc.)

The successful candidate will need to develop expertise in each of these areas to fulfill the vision for the District’s safety program. This position requires a high degree of diplomacy, flexibility and adaptability.  Applicants must have good communication skills, both written and verbal.  The district seeks a safety professional who is a patient, effective and clear communicator with demonstrated problem solving skills.  The successful candidate must continue and improve the District’s ongoing commitment to the safety of students, staff and visitors while fostering a creative and effective learning environment.

Physical activities associated with this position 

• Driving
• Eyesight
• Occasional exposure to weather
• Hearing
• Lifting
• Pushing
• Repetitious Movement
• Handling sharp objects
• Sitting
• Standing
• Walking
• Speaking
• Operation of a motor vehicle (requires motor vehicle drivers license check)

Physical Conditions 

• Ability to intervene in occasional verbal and/or physical altercations
• Ability safely operate and qualify with a firearm

Work Schedule 

• 40 hours per week, routine shifts: days, some nights (ball games and/or special events)

Work Location/Building 

• Blytheville School District  

Does this Position require a Motor Vehicle Reports Check? 

• Yes 

Does this position require a background check? 

• Departmental background/security clearance investigation as required by the Arkansas State Police
• MVR (Motor Vehicle Registry) check

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The Blytheville School District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The Blytheville School District complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.