School Security Coordinator (Please apply directly to STEM School Highlands Ranch - DO NOT apply online with DCSD)

Please complete this application using your full legal name as it appears on your government issued forms of identification when you have time to go from start to finish. Application details cannot be saved along the way, and you must complete and submit the application in one sitting. If you leave your computer and return later, you may time out. REMINDER: Current DCSD employees must apply through their district log-on, this application is for external candidates only! Job Posting Title: School Security Coordinator (Please apply directly to STEM School Highlands Ranch - DO NOT apply online with DCSD) Job Description: About STEM School Highlands Ranch At STEM School Highlands Ranch, we place innovation at the heart of learning to unleash the potential of all students and prepare them for an exponentially changing world. As a K-12 public charter school in the Douglas County School District, we are committed to creating an environment that fosters respect, success, and continuous improvement. We welcome you to join us in our mission to redefine limits and unleash potential. Our Core Values: Prioritize Students Every decision we make is focused on ensuring students thrive, lead, and succeed. The community that surrounds students exists for the purpose of their growth and development. Build a Strong Community We are more than a school, we are a community. We all have equal value and seek to encourage each other to maximize our unique strengths, gifts, and passions. The true power of a charter school is in the strength of its community. Do Right, Always Honesty, trust, and ethical decision-making guide our actions, fostering respect, accountability, and a safe environment, even in challenging circumstances or when recognition is absent. Embrace Innovation Never Stop Innovating. Innovation thrives on continuous growth, bold problem-solving, and a willingness to push boundaries, transforming ideas into meaningful progress. Take Steady Steps We play the long game with people and projects by implementing strategic planning, clear communication, systems and process, ample resources, and appropriate pacing - setting a strong foundation for a supportive environment for our community to thrive. Lead With Care Dedicated to making a difference through personal ownership, care, and compassion, creates lasting impact in our students, colleagues, and community. Elevate the Standard A commitment to continuous growth, where skills are refined, applied, and adapted to achieve the highest standards and empower everyone to reach their fullest potential. Laugh Together Having fun makes the team work! Creating an environment where joy is encouraged. Strengthens our teams, fosters a positive culture, and fuels creativity, making everyone feel valued, energized, and motivated to contribute. Benefits: STEM School Highlands Ranch offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance (available on the 1st of the following month). Short-term, long-term disability, life, and ADD insurance (available six months from hire date). Retirement benefits including PERA pension and 401K employee-only contribution managed through Colorados PERA program. Other benefits include FSA (medical and dependent care), Pet Insurance, Sick Time, and PTO based on years of service Position Specific Information (if Applicable): Position Summary: The School Security Coordinator is responsible for supporting and coordinating the overall safety and security operations of the school campus and district facilities. This position works collaboratively with administrators, staff, students, families, and community emergency partners to maintain a safe, secure, and supportive learning environment. The Security Coordinator oversees daily campus security operations, emergency preparedness planning, incident response coordination, and safety training initiatives while promoting positive relationships with students and staff. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership, professionalism, sound judgment, and a student-centered approach to school safety. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Safety and Security Operations Coordinate daily campus security and safety operations. Monitor and assess campus safety procedures and protocols. Supervise and support school security personnel and contracted security staff. Assist with access control, visitor management, and campus monitoring systems. Conduct regular security assessments and identify potential vulnerabilities. Emergency Preparedness Assist in the development and implementation of emergency response plans. Coordinate and oversee safety drills including lockdowns, evacuations, reunification, and shelter-in-place procedures. Serve as a liaison with local law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency responders. Support crisis response efforts during emergencies and critical incidents. Threat Assessment and Prevention Assist in identifying and responding to potential safety concerns and threats. Promote proactive violence prevention and de-escalation practices. Training and Collaboration Provide safety and security training to staff and stakeholders. Collaborate with school administration on safety initiatives and incident investigations. Maintain strong working relationships with students, staff, families, and community partners. Promote a positive and welcoming school climate while ensuring campus safety. Documentation and Compliance Maintain accurate records, incident reports, and safety documentation. Ensure compliance with district policies, state laws, and school safety regulations. Assist with safety audits and required reporting procedures. Qualifications Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelors degree preferred. Minimum of 35 years of experience in school safety, law enforcement, security management, emergency management, military leadership, or related field. Experience working with youth, schools, or educational environments preferred. Strong knowledge of emergency response procedures and school safety practices. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills. Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during emergencies. Preferred Qualifications Training in crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies. CPR, First Aid, and emergency response certifications. Familiarity with surveillance, access control, and security technologies. Essential Physical Requirements: Occasional lifting, five (5) to fifty (50) pounds Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, reaching, and sitting Ability to walk campus extensively throughout the day Ability to respond quickly during emergencies Schedule: Day shift Typically Monday to Friday with some weekend events Requires presence at after-school and evening events 220 Work Days This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: June 30, 2026 The pay range for this role is $62,000 - $83,000 USD per year. Interested candidates should apply directly through the STEM School Highlands Ranch at https://www.stemk12.org/about/careers #SJ202 Responsibilities: 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. 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. Certifications: First Aid/CPR Certification - Colorado Education: High School or Equivalent (Required) Skills: Position Type: Charter School Primary Location: STEM Charter School One Year Only (Yes or No): No Scheduled Hours Per Week: 40 FTE: 1.00 Approx Scheduled Days Per Year: 185 Work Days (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.) Minimum Hire Rate: $20.35 USD Hourly Maximum Hire Rate: $26.92 USD Hourly Full Salary Range: $20.35 USD - $33.48 USD Hourly All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE. Benefits: This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options. Time Off Plans: This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: June 12, 2026 Proud to Be DCSD - 65 Years of Excellence A career in Colorado's Douglas County School District is a chance to be part of something incredibly important and fulfilling. Spanning over 850 square miles, Douglas County School District offers a variety of communities ranging from small rural farm towns to large and fast-growing suburban neighborhoods. At the heart of it all is a love and dedication to family and a unity of purpose around ensuring that each and every one of our communitys 61,000+ students receives the education needed to have the brightest future possible. Unity of Purpose DCSDs Board of Education adopted the following goals for our school district and our leaders, educators and support staff work diligently to incorporate these values in everything they do. 1. Academic Excellence 2. Outstanding Educators and Staff 3. Safe, Positive Climate and Culture 4. Collaborative Relations with Parents and Community 5. Financial Well-Being Students Are at the Center of What We Do In Douglas County, we know that working in education is more than a job - its a calling. Every day our dedicated team of educators guides our communitys future leaders by encouraging them to ask questions, explore new ideas, and solve problems. Our school leaders and staff put students first in everything they do and work hard to ensure that our educators have the tools they need to provide every student the best education possible. Every Student is Unique In Douglas County, we understand that no two students are the same. Each has a unique learning style and needs. We also know that students want and deserve multiple options for life after high school. We support all students, whether their goal is to go on to a four-year college, join the military, or directly enter the workforce. We have the programs and know-how to ensure our students are successful in whatever they choose to do after high school. Every Employee Matters. Every Employee Contributes From our school principals and licensed teachers to our nutrition services staff and bus drivers, all DCSD employees touch the lives of students and every employee contributes to their success.