Job Title: Campus Safety & Security Officer

Reports To: Director of Facilities & Safety Services

Position Status: Full Time, 8 hours/day, 190 Days/Year

Salary: $54,295 - $60,000 Annually

Position Available: 2025-26 School Year

Location: Galewood Early Elementary (Young 5's & Kindergarten)

Position Overview:

The Campus Safety & Student Support Officer plays a key role in fostering a safe, supportive, and structured learning environment. In addition to maintaining security and investigating Title IX-related concerns, this position emphasizes proactive behavior support, positive discipline strategies, and communication with families. By working closely with students, staff, and parents, the officer helps to reinforce expectations, de-escalate conflicts, and contribute to a positive school culture.

Key Responsibilities:

Security and Safety Duties

Patrol school grounds and facilities to ensure the safety and security of students, staff, and visitors.
Monitor access points, respond to security breaches, and handle emergency situations promptly.
Collaborate with local law enforcement and emergency responders as needed.
Investigate incidents of violence, vandalism, or other security-related concerns.
Provide a visible security presence to deter inappropriate behavior and ensure compliance with school rules.
Participate in emergency drills and provide input on improving safety procedures.

Behavioral Support & Discipline

Implement proactive, age-appropriate strategies to encourage positive student behavior, including PBIS and restorative practices.
Build relationships with students to promote a safe and inclusive environment.
Assist in managing and de-escalating student behavioral incidents in alignment with school-wide expectations and restorative practices.
Work closely with administration to develop and implement consistent, fair, and educational discipline practices.

Family Communication

Engage families in positive, proactive discussions about student conduct and support strategies.
Document behavioral incidents and follow up with families as needed to ensure transparency and consistency.

Title IX Investigative Support

Conduct prompt, thorough, and impartial investigations into Title IX complaints, including harassment, discrimination, or misconduct.
Interview complainants, respondents, and witnesses to collect relevant facts and evidence.
Maintain confidentiality, accurate documentation, and detailed investigative reports in compliance with legal standards.
Collaborate with school administrators, counselors, and legal advisors to ensure Title IX compliance and appropriate resolution of cases.
Provide training and guidance to staff and students on Title IX policies, reporting procedures, and resources.
Stay informed on federal, state, and district-level Title IX regulations and ensure proper application in school policies.

Qualifications:

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, education, social work, or a related field (preferred).
Certified in Title IX investigations or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Experience in law enforcement, security, school discipline, or student support, preferably within an elementary school environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with young students, staff, and families.
Knowledge of child development, positive behavior interventions, and restorative practices.
Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations.
Physical ability to patrol campus grounds and respond quickly to emergencies.

Key Competencies:

High level of integrity, impartiality, and discretion.
Strong organizational and documentation skills.
Ability to balance security responsibilities with student behavior management.
Conflict resolution, de-escalation, and trauma-informed practices.
Commitment to fostering a safe, equitable, and inclusive school community.

Deadline to Apply: Until Filled

Application Procedure:
Apply online at: https://www.charlotteorioles.com
**Be sure to include an accurate email address for yourself, as well as references.

Once the application is submitted, applicants will receive an automated email notifying of receipt of the application.
Applicants will receive emails as progress is made throughout the process, as identified below.

When the application is submitted.
If selected for an interview.
If changes occur to the position.
Once a candidate has been identified for hire.

Selection Procedure:
Please note, communication throughout the application, selection, and recruitment process is primarily online via email.
If identified to come in for an interview, applicants will receive an email from human resources to schedule the interview.
Please include email addresses for references, as the references are sent via an online form.
**The reference checking process can start as early as when the first interview is scheduled, so please inform human resources in your response to the interview request if there is concern for sending reference checks out at that point of the process.

The interview process may take several weeks, so we greatly appreciate your patience as we work diligently to identify the most qualified candidates for our district!

Charlotte Public Schools complies with all state and federal laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and with all regulations of the U.S. Department of Education. It is the policy of Charlotte Board of Education that no person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, height, weight, or handicap shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in any program or activity for which it is responsible.