Campus Security Officer

Fountain Valley School, a selective and diverse boarding school, educates 250 students in grades 9–12 on a beautiful 1,100-acre campus in Colorado Springs, CO. Founded in 1930, the School provides a rigorous, global curriculum in academics, arts, athletics and the outdoors.

The Campus Security Officer plays an essential role in fostering a safe, welcoming, and professional campus environment consistent with independent school best practices. This unarmed position is preventive and community-oriented in nature and does not function as law enforcement. Instead, the Officer serves as a visible, trusted presence supporting student life, daily campus operations, and a culture of safety through proactive engagement, observation, communication, and early intervention.

Reporting to the Risk Manager/Security Supervisor, the Campus Security Officer works closely with Facilities and other campus partners. The Officer serves as a primary point of contact for visitors, conducts routine patrols, and supports the safety and well‑being of students, faculty, staff, and guests.

• Serve as a welcoming, professional, and knowledgeable first point of contact for all visitors at the Welcome Center, supporting a positive and secure campus culture
• Conduct regular patrols of campus facilities, grounds, and residential areas to promote safety, visibility, and situational awareness
• Observe, document, and promptly report safety concerns, maintenance issues, or unusual activity
• Provide visible security support for campus events, athletics, and school programs
• Support badge access, visitor check‑in procedures, and campus access‑control protocols
• Utilize security‑related technology, including access‑control systems, radios, cameras, and incident‑reporting software
• Support calm, respectful, and developmentally appropriate conflict de‑escalation and early intervention
• Assist with emergency preparedness and response efforts, including participation in drills, coordination with local emergency services, and support for first responders
• Follow all School policies, procedures, and confidentiality standards
• Maintain accurate logs, incident reports, and communication records
• Demonstrate regular, reliable in‑person attendance and punctuality
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Understanding of campus safety, security, and risk‑management principles appropriate to an educational environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive, respectful relationships with students, colleagues, parents, and visitors
• Demonstrated ability to support conflict de‑escalation and early intervention in a calm, respectful, and developmentally appropriate manner
• Ability to remain calm, observant, and supportive during emergencies or high‑stress situations
• Clear, professional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a team
• Comfort using security‑related technology, including access‑control systems, radios, cameras, and incident‑reporting software
• Ability to learn, adapt, and apply new systems, technologies, and procedures as campus needs evolve
• Strong attention to detail, situational awareness, sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism
• Ability to support and model the School’s mission, values, and community expectations through daily interactions
• Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license

• High School Diploma Required.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a Colorado Driver’s license within 30 days.
• Experience working in a boarding/day school environment is preferred.

• Environment:
  Working indoors and outdoors in all types of weather.
• Physical demands:
  Often requires standing or walking for the entire shift.
• Working Relationships:
  Students, parents, alumni, outside vendors, and all other employees.

$17.00 per hour

We believe in supporting the whole person — professionally and personally. Our benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• School‑paid Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, and Colorado Paid Leave premiums
• School‑paid life insurance equal to 2x annual salary
• Voluntary life insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential support services
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Full access to our beautiful campus amenities, including pool, gym, indoor track, workout bikes, scenic hiking and biking trails, and our Mountain Campus

March 13, 2026