Neighborhood Relations/Campus Security

Seattle Preparatory School is a Catholic, Jesuit college preparatory school with an enrollment of about 790 students in grades 9-12. We embrace the Ignatian ideals that God may be found in all things, that each person is sacred and that we are created to serve others in community. Our mission is to form discerning, transformational leaders who are intellectually competent, spiritually alive, open to growth, loving, and committed to justice.

The Prep community is connected by a common mission. Our strength is in our 132-year history, 13 decades of graduates, and 1 purpose to educate young men and women in the Catholic, Jesuit tradition to go forth and set the world on fire. On our 5-acre property, tucked away on the North-end of Capitol Hill, Seattle Preparatory School strives to not only provide our students with a transformative education, but also do the necessary work to form compassionate, resilient, and service-driven men and women for others. As a Catholic, Jesuit institution we embody the Ignatian ideals that God may be found in all things, that each person is sacred and that we are created to serve others in our community. Established in 1891, our goal is to continue our mission for generations to come.

Purpose:

Jesuit education, also known as Ignatian education, is an approach to education inspired by the teachings and principles of St. Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), a Catholic religious order. Jesuit education is known for its emphasis on intellectual rigor, moral and ethical development, and the holistic formation of individuals. Jesuit education is not limited to Catholic students, and our own and many more Jesuit institutions welcome students of various religious backgrounds. The principles of Jesuit education have been influential in the development of a well-rounded, values-based approach to education that extends beyond the classroom and into the broader community.

The Neighborhood Relations/Campus Security  position provides reports to the Dean of Students, assists with monitoring student parking in the neighborhood, seeks to support positive relationships. with the school’s neighbors and maintains a visible presence on the campus to assist in creating a safe and secure learning environment.  Hours of work are 10:30 AM - 7:00 PM.  Months of work are the school year plus one week before and after.  Generally this is mid-August through mid-June, actual dates vary slightly.

Essential Functions:

- Conducts routine patrols of the neighborhood to ensure that students are in adherence to our neighborhood agreement for parking.  If a student is found to be in violation of the neighborhood agreement, will communicate the violation to the Dean of Students and assign JUG.

- Communicates daily upon arriving with the Campus Ambassador/Security lead. regarding various topics associated with evening responsibilities.  Helps to enforce garage rules associated with speed limit, parking, and student behavior.

- Will make reasonable efforts to mitigate tensions with neighbors.

- Monitors students in buildings and/or on campus. Watches for unauthorized persons, suspicious/criminal activity, disturbances, fights and school rule violations and reports these to the Dean of Students and/or to the proper authorities.

- Monitors surveillance camera system, conduct camera searches, and prepare back-up of incidents for the Dean of Students and/or law enforcement as needed.

- Conducts sweeps of the facilities upon arrival to the school and secure assigned areas as requested.

- Escort students and visitors as needed.

- Conducts locker and property searches as assigned.

- Provides assistance for scheduled after hours activities on and off campus.

- May be asked to be a security presence during evening events such as home basketball games, open house, and curriculum night.

- Assist with evacuation of buildings during drills and actual emergencies or emergency lockdowns and review and update crisis intervention plan and/or evacuation procedures.

- At the end of the shift, checks and secures all buildings, doors, windows, etcetera.

- Prepare incident reports as requested.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

- A high school diploma, and a minimum of two years of related experience, or a combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job

- All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to Prep’s mission and values, especially as it relates to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

- Supportive of the mission of a Catholic, Jesuit high school and formation of the whole person

- Excellent oral and written communication skills

- Interpersonal relations skills.

- Personal computer, database and word processing skills.

- Customer service and public relations skills.

- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.  Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities.

- Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.

- Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations.

- Ability to intervene in physical altercations or physically restrain people.

- CPR/First Aid Certified

- All employees must complete a criminal history background check and safe environment training upon hire and every 3 years

Compensation & Benefits:
Salary Range: $48,000 - $51,000 annually. Salary is determined based on skills and qualifications.  This is a full-time, salaried non-exempt position eligible for overtime pay, with school breaks and summers off.

- $20,100 annual benefits allowance to use toward medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and a flexible spending account.

OR- Take the cash instead. If you don't enroll in school-sponsored insurance because you qualify for medical benefits someplace else (like a spouse's plan) you can receive the benefits allowance as supplemental pay.

- Save for retirement with employer contributions. The school contributes 2.5% of your salary to your 403(b) retirement plan and matches an additional 2.5% of your contributions.

- Generous paid time off: 3 weeks of vacation, 7 sick days, 2 personal days, and 19 paid school holidays.

- Tuition remission to support your family's education.

- School-sponsored medical leave program for added peace of mind.

Application Process:
Please submit a resume and cover letter online: https://www.seaprep.org/about-prep/employment

Seattle Preparatory School does not discriminate in its employment decisions or practices on the basis of gender, age, race, color, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation or any disability which can be reasonably accommodated in the administration of its educational policies and school administered programs.