Security Specialist

and the job listing Expires on March 14, 2026

Under the supervision of the Director of Security or designee the Security Specialist assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for students, employees and visitors through security policies, access control procedures, emergency management, procedures and asset protection.

• Assist the Director of Security with safety and security training related to emergency preparedness to include fire and crisis drills
• Serve as a liaison with local first responder agencies. In addition may assist with officials during all critical incidents which impact school operations
• Attends organizational meetings as necessary
• Assists the facilities director/manager to address school security infrastructure matters at the discretion of the Director of Security
• Participate in trainings related to school laws, policies and procedures regarding school safety and security
• Assists in updating and implementation of the “All Hazard Plans” and maintains compliance relative to the required annual updates under the Director of Security
• Assist in compiling and recording data related to school related safety and security report and Fire & Crisis information as required by the State of CT

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers, visitor management hardware, video cameras and access control systems and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).
• Ability to problem solve job-related issues.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Ability to process paperwork accurately and in a timely manner according to standardized procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to the Director of Security as required.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of CREC policies and procedures, principles, guidelines, and best practices.

• Work in standard office.
• Sit and Stand for periods of time.
• Assist customers with rolling of fingers for prints.
• Drive between CREC locations

• Bachelor’s degree, preferred, and a minimum of 2 years of experience in a professional safety and security position. Law enforcement background preferred.
• The ability to complete or assist persons in scheduling appointments, addressing questions and the completion of forms, needed for fingerprinting services.
• Experience with methods and techniques of customer service and proper phone etiquette.
• Computer skills and knowledge of electronic equipment, hardware, software, including applications and data entry.
• Flexibility to deal with changing work environment and problem solve with issues related to fingerprints and identification.
• Follow oral and written instructions, gain and maintain productive working relationships.
• Able to work under minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of Fingerprint concepts and terminology, equipment functions and terminology would be a plus.
• Prior Customer Service experience preferred.
• Effective customer service and skills.