Head of Security at Olumawu School

Olumawu School is an award-winning 30-year co-educational institution that provides quality education to students and pupils at different levels: preschool, Primary, Secondary, and International University Foundation Programme (IUFP). The focus is on the total development of the child through social-emotional needs, cognitive development, creativity, physical agility, science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM), and proficiency in literacy amongst others. We are unique in providing individual attention to each child and providing more personalized and interactive learning as required and appropriate.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Security

Location: Wuse 2, Abuja (FCT)

Essential Duties

• Patrols assigned areas and ensures the safety of school campus, administrative buildings, and grounds; patrols campus/building and checks for unauthorized personnel; Checks for visitor and employee badges
• Works closely and cooperatively with the school security department on campus security issues
• Serves as a visible and active security presence on campus dealing with students who present challenges as these students may require supervision and direction to make positive choices to further their educational opportunities
• Assists with monitoring and regulating student behavior on campus, in cafeterias, restrooms, parking lots, and other open areas
• Assists with controlling disturbance or acts of defiance and requests assistance from school administration and/or school police when necessary
• Assists the administrative team with student disciplinary issues
• Participates in risk identification and provides preventive options to the administrative team; Assists the School Security Department and school policies enforcement on crime prevention implementation
• Serves as a member of the campus safety team assisting with emergency preparedness, drills, maintaining an emergency evacuation kit, providing input on the site-based safety plan and providing school safety training, etc
• Assists the School Security Department in providing crowd control at extra-curricular activities and special events, arrival, and dismissal times.
• Assists with security equipment, school safety assessments, metal detection equipment, etc
• Maintains paperwork related to activities
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Requirements

• Relevant Certification/License
• Minimum of 3 years of related work experience required; A combination of experience and a college degree may be considered instead of 3 years of experience; Previous law enforcement or military experience preferred

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Knowledge of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)
• Ability to work with children and adults
• Ability to diffuse differences through conflict resolution
• Must be able to effectively communicate with both public and school personnel
• Must pass criminal history and background investigation
• Physical Demands
• Must be able to walk, run, climb, crawl, or sit for extended periods
• Good hearing and vision needed.

Application Closing Date
20th April, 2023.