After-hours Safety and Security Coordinator

Description

The Northwest School is a college-preparatory, co-educational independent school near the heart of downtown Seattle. We offer a rich and challenging program to about 400 students in grades 6 through 12, including international students, many of whom live in our campus dormitory.

Northwest offers a vibrant, intellectual home. A warm inclusive community. A dynamic liberal arts education for grades 6-12 that prepares students to think critically, act compassionately, and discover their place in the world.

The Northwest School is a community committed to a diverse and equitable workplace and expects applicants to have a commitment to diversity and social justice. We firmly believe that we are a richer, more creative and dynamic institution when our collective is built with a diverse set of community members. The Northwest School strives for its faculty and student body to reflect the diversity of the society in which they exist. Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Reports to: Safety and Security Manager

Purpose: The Safety and Security Coordinator is a new position and will be responsible for maintaining campus safety and security after normal business hours. This is a part-time position, eligible for benefits and the work shift begins approximately 4:00pm and ends 10:00 pm, Monday - Friday. Dinner is provided.

Essential Functions:

• Provide campus wide safety and security services for school community members, school events (including on-campus sporting events), and the school's physical property
• Provide patrol presence to prevent, deter, and respond to campus safety incidents or concerns
• Provide first responder services for criminal, fire, medical and safety hazard incidents and work with emergency responder services to resolve incidents
• Provide documented written reports for security and safety incidents on campus
• Monitor security and fire life safety systems
• Contact and coordinate Police, Fire and Medical emergency response onto the campus if needed
• Provide direct support to the campus community, departments and public visitors in the way of information, logistical set up, access to campus buildings, as well as miscellaneous support tasks
• Perform closing tasks for buildings at the end of each evening including locking doors, setting alarms, and ensuring buildings are properly closed
• Serve as on-call for Facilities emergencies
• Assist with supervision at Bobbi Morris as needed and facilities
• Assist as door monitoring for home games as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the school's mission, values, and philosophy, especially related to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and environmental sustainability.
• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent and three years of related safety/security experience, or a combination of skills and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job.
• Must pass a Washington State Patrol background check
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and remain alert at all times
• Must have knowledge and ability to use email systems, such as Microsoft Outlook
• Must possess a valid Washington State Driver License and a clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior security experience in an educational setting
• Associate degree in criminal justice or related field
• Current certification in CPR and Basic First Aid

Compensation:

Salary is highly competitive with top independent schools in the region and commensurate with education and experience. This is an hourly position with a pay range of $20.00 - $25.00 per hour. The Northwest School offers an excellent benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and life and accident insurance coverage, fully paid for employee only coverage. A retirement program matches up to 6% of an employee's salary after one year of service in a 403(b) plan. An intentional, mission-focused school culture, generous time off, meals, access to the on-site fitness facility, an exceptional commitment to professional development, and a unique urban location are also benefits of working at the Northwest School.

Application Process:

Please submit a cover letter and resume online: http://northwestschool.org/about/employment
**Please note: we are unable to fully consider materials submitted through other avenues such as Indeed.com without a corresponding application through our website.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, or marital status.

Salary : $20 - $25