Flourish Magazine | Fall 2020

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News

Trinity adds Campus Security Manager position By Nicole Fash, Director of Marketing and Communications

Trinity School continues to enhance its strong safety program with the addition of a full-time Campus Security Manager. We are pleased to announce that Justin Jackson, who has served for the last four years as one of Trinity’s day officers during the school day and for special events, accepted the position and hit the ground running on August 21. In his new role, Justin manages the campus police officers as well as provides support for the growth of the School’s security program. He is focused on protecting community members, school property, and buildings and grounds. In addition to the day-today managing of security personnel, patrolling, and directing of traffic, he

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works with the director of operations to implement best practices in emergency response procedures and overall safety policies and practices. He plays an integral role in crisis planning and drills and acts as a liaison with law enforcement and local authorities. “As I enter into my fourth year as a member of the Trinity security team, I take pride in not only the performance of my duties, but also the relationships and trust I have cultivated with the parents and employees,” says Justin. “My goals as Campus Security Manager are to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of campus safety needs while operating within Trinity’s ethos of excellence and continuous enhancement. I firmly believe a safe environment translates to a better learning experience. As a member of the security team, I have dedicated myself to serve the faculty, staff, parents, and, most importantly, the students. I am excited to be a fixture in the Trinity community and continue to keep the legacy and uphold the image of our school.”

A seven-year veteran of the City of Atlanta Police Department, Justin most recently served as a Major Crimes Detective. In addition, he served as an intern for the United States Marshals Service right of out college. Through the Atlanta Police Academy, he is trained and certified as a field investigator and active shooter responder. “Safety is a top priority for Trinity School, and the addition of a Campus Security Manager strengthens our security program,” says Director of Operations Reginald Haley. “Justin’s background and law enforcement expertise combined with his appreciation for Trinity School make him the perfect fit for this new position. His experience and high standard of service will greatly benefit us.” Justin earned a Master of Public Administration and a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Georgia State University. He and his wife, Joy, have a son, Jonas, and another child on the way.


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