Security Guard - Middle Shift
Job description
Security Guard Middle Shift (11am - 7pm) at the High School.
TITLE: Security Officer
CATEGORY: Contracted Position
REPORTS TO: Chief of Police
Job Summary
To assist in the enforcement and monitoring of district security to ensure a safe and secure school environment.
Qualifications
Possesses a high school diploma or equivalentAssures compliance with Employment Eligibility through Criminal History Records, Pre-Employment Drug Testing and Physical Examination/TB Test StandardPossesses Security Guard certification, preferredPossesses 3-5 years of security related experience, preferably involving contact with juveniles, preferredPossesses the ability to be courteous to students, staff, and the general publicPossesses the ability to maintain records and proper reports; technology skills will include use of email to communicate, operation of security panels and visitor identification systemsPossesses ability to maintain high level of confidentialityPossesses strong communication skills, both verbal and writtenPossesses knowledge of and ability to implement non-violent conflict resolutionPossesses the ability to work a flexible schedule
Licenses And Other Requirements
Possesses appropriate security trainingPossesses valid First Aid certificate, CPR, and AED card issued by an authorizing agencyPossesses a valid drivers license/pass MVR annually
Primary Job Functions
The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the District of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required.
Monitors and controls students on school grounds and during other non-classroom activities under the supervision of the Chief of Police; assures students possess appropriate permits or permission when leaving campus; observes and questions unauthorized persons on campusMonitors visitors on campus grounds and seeking admittance to buildingsMonitors elementary buildings on a daily basis when assignedChecks students for proper hall pass, identification cards, and proper attire; reports violations to the appropriate building administrator, provides escort as requested by administratorPatrols assigned locations on school grounds (inside and outside), including doors, windows, gates and other entrance and exit assesses to buildings and grounds; conducts foot and/or vehicular patrols as assigned to prevent any disturbance, disruption, unauthorized visitors; patrols shall include all buildings and grounds to assure property is secure and safe from fire, theft, vandalism and other unlawful actsProvides a safe environment for the students, faculty staff, visitors on school propertyMonitors and enforces driving and parking rules and regulations, traffic flow, visitors and deliveriesControls traffic when school buses are transporting, loading and unloading studentsConducts morning traffic duty at the high school campus, as assignedResponds to calls from administrators and provides backup assistance to security personnel as needed; contacts district or local law enforcement officials to report burglaries and other unlawful activities; detains suspects as appropriate; attends hearings, when necessary; assists with in-school functions and/or problem areas district-wide when requiredResponds to emergency situations and takes appropriate action in accordance with established guidelinesImplements all district and building safety/security procedures and processesMaintains regular and timely attendance
Secondary Job Functions
Communicates with personnel, campus administrators, students, parents and others regarding security-related concernsAdministers emergency first aid and CPR and utilizes defibrillators as necessary; arranges for emergency medical services as neededMaintains a variety of records related to field activities and prepares incident reports in accordance with established guidelinesDrives a patrol vehicle and operates a two-way radio; observes safe and defensive driving practicesProvides information, directions and other assistance to visitors as neededAssists school administrators with crowd control during times of assemblies and ralliesWilling to provide security at evening/weekend eventsAttends training and in-service as assignedPerforms related duties as assigned
Working Conditions
Possesses ability to work in indoor and outdoor environmentPossesses ability to drive a vehicle to conduct workPossesses ability to work in seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions
Physical Demands
Must be able to walk, stand, and/or sit throughout the workdayMust have ability to see near and far, have color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focusMust have ability to hear and speak to exchange information and be aware of immediate surroundingsAbility to bend at the waist, kneel or crouchDexterity of hands and fingers to utilize assigned equipmentAbility to push or pull campus gates
Hazards
Potential physical hazards involved in intervening in fights and other anti-social, illegal and violent behaviorContact with dissatisfied or abusive individuals
MEASURED IN TERMS OF FREQUENCY - select A, B, C or D for the Lifting & Body Movements
A B C D
NOT AT ALL OCCASIONALLY FREQUENTLY CONSTANTLY
0% 1 - 33% 34 - 66% 67 - 100%
Transport
Up to 10 lbs: C 11 to 20 lbs: C Beyond 20 lbs: B
Mobility
Possesses ability to move about the district buildings and campuses to perform duties: DPossesses ability to position self to work with students, staff, and the public: DPossesses ability to transport materials and supplies to appropriate locations throughout the district: B
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Seven and one half (7.5) hours per day - 190 days per year. Hourly rate of pay and limited benefits per the Northampton Area Security Association agreement.
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT
Northampton Area School District is an equal opportunity employment, educational and service organization.
1/11/16