KIPP, the Knowledge Is Power Program, is a national network of free, open enrollment, college preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students in underserved communities for success in college and life. There are 285 KIPP schools across the nation and the District of Columbia, serving more than 175,000 students and alumni with more than 15,000 educators. 

Founded in 2008 with 50 students in 5th grade, KIPP Columbus currently educates  2,000 students in grades Kindergarten through twelfth.  With a mission to, together with families and the community, create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose -- college, career, and beyond --  KIPP has maintained excellence in its growth, and will improve upon that standard – proving what is possible in public education.

KIPP Columbus continues to rank as one of the top schools for academic growth of any school in the state of Ohio, and is a top performing urban school in the state for academic growth. In our first three graduating classes (in spring 2020, 2021, and 2022) 100% of students were accepted to college and/or military service  with nearly $40 million in merit scholarships from colleges and universities awarded.

In addition to academic excellence, KIPP Columbus also partners with nearly 100 community organizations to provide extracurricular activities, programming, health and wellness services, meals, and more to KIPP students, families, and the broader community. KIPP is also a member of the Ohio High School Athletic Association, offering more than 10 varsity sports. 

The KIPP Columbus learning campus will continue to advance student learning, expand partnerships, enable superior programming, and serve as a teaching and leadership lab for schools nationwide, reimagining education through a deeper lens of antiracism, excellence, and joy as we expand to educate nearly 4,000 students on our learning campus in the coming years. 

Interested in learning more about our school?  Please check out our website: https://www.kippcolumbus.org/

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Managing Director of Safety and Security, the Safety and Security Operations Center Technician will work collaboratively with the safety and security team to uphold protocols and policies across KIPP Columbus.  They will monitor campus and school systems, and will act as a liaison and emergency point of contact to the public and public safety agencies during emergencies. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Monitor security cameras, dispatch radios, access control systems, alarms, call boxes, and various security and public safety tools from within the security operations center. 
• Act as a liaison and emergency point of contact to the public and public safety agencies during emergencies.
• Review and log security incident reports and disseminate information to appropriate staff. 
• Activate emergency notifications systems and notify law enforcement, emergency medical services, and fire department of response needs.
• Screen vendors, visitors, and packages. 
• Control access throughout the building and manage key and ID badges issuance for staff and vendors.
• May be required to assist with safety and security incidents. 
• Perform data entry on computer for daily events, reports, and perform other duties as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies:

1. Commitment to Organizational Culture: Works with intention to support and promote organizational culture, transforms operational philosophy into action. Emphasizes service, collaboration, and integrity.
2. Emotional Intelligence: Self-awareness, cultural and diversity mindfulness, expressiveness, empathy, authenticity, sympathy, emotional connection with others to create trust.
3. Integrity and Credibility: Walks the talk, knows what's right and does it. Effectively applies values and principles in specific situations. Encourages others to behave with integrity.
4. Teamwork and Cooperation: Working collaboratively with teams, makes effective use of all available talent, focused on serving the public together.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to walk, stand, or sit for extended or intermittent periods of time.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language through radio, phones, and other devices.
• Ability to operate in an office and campus-wide environment.
• Ability to work outside of normal business hours as needed.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
• High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree or related experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with security technology and office equipment required.
• Ability to adapt to emergencies and changing priorities.
• Has Unquestioned integrity and commitment to the KIPP Columbus vision and community.
• Has knowledge of academic campus environments and facilities policies, procedures, security, and safety practices; equipment operation (e.g., fire, and security alarms, call boxes, radios, general office equipment).
• Has ability to deal with a variety of variables in a somewhat unfamiliar context through critical thinking; apply principles to solve practical everyday problems. Complete routine forms, maintain accurate records and public relations.
• Excellent problem solving and decision-making ability
• Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a professional
• Belief that outstanding school leaders, staff, and teachers can achieve excellent outcomes for all students
• Ability to persevere with a sense of optimism, strong problem solving skills, and desire to learn and grow in a collaborative professional learning community
• Willingness, and commitment, to go above and beyond to prove the possible with students.
• Ability to multi-task and work within an ambiguous, fast-moving, start-up environment, while driving toward clarity and solutions

Compensation

KIPP Columbus offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit plan including medical and dental insurance, as well as group term life insurance, retirement plan and paid time off.  

Statement of Non-Discrimination

KIPP Columbus is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying to the school for consideration of any position (admission, employment, etc.). KIPP Columbus does not discriminate on the basis of disability, gender, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that is contained in the definition of hate crimes set forth in Section 4112.02 of the Ohio Revised Code.