Security

Description

Security

Under general direction, provide for a safe and secure school environment, foster an optimal learning environment, and act as a deterrent to unsafe or poor behavior by patrolling the campus, enforcing school policies, intervening in physical encounters, monitoring security cameras, monitoring visitors and reporting unsafe or unhealthy conditions.

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

· Patrol and monitor the campus and surrounding areas, bus stops, and other public and unsupervised places to ensure the safety and well-being of students and staff and the security of the facility.

· Display ethical and professional behavior in working with students, parents, school personnel, and outside agencies associated with the school

· Promote student responsibility for behavior and attitude by serving as a role model and dressing and grooming professionally.

· Intervene in situations likely to result in disruption or injury and direct individuals to refrain from such conduct.

· Assist with supervision in the breakfast and lunch periods and with students' morning arrival and afternoon dismissal.

· Remove disruptive students from classes when needed.

· Assist the staff, police, and emergency personnel in handling emergencies or disruptive situations.

· Assist visitors with directions and secure proper identification. Intercept unauthorized visitors and escort them to exits.

· Report any discipline infractions, unauthorized visitors, and acts of vandalism to the building administration.

· Notify the building administration, police, and/or appropriate emergency personnel of any potentially dangerous or unusual situations.

· Notify immediately appropriate personnel of evidence of substance abuse, child abuse, child neglect, severe medical or social conditions, potential suicide, or individuals appearing to be under the influence of alcohol, controlled substances, or anabolic steroids.

· Participate in appropriate in-service training and workshop programs.

· Protect the confidentiality of records and information about staff and use discretion when sharing any such information within legal confines.

· Adhere to federal statutes and regulations, Illinois law, construction codes, State Education Code rules and regulations, Board of Education policies and procedures, and employment obligations.

· Patrol and monitor the school in the appropriate school security uniform in the evening, on weekends and holidays, to provide security and protection to students, personnel, equipment, and property.

· Maintain campus security and protect school property against vandalism, illegal entry, fire, and theft; check buildings and grounds for security, water leaks, malfunctioning equipment, unauthorized visitors, and fire; perform temporary repairs on school property and equipment as appropriate.

· Enforce laws and regulations and respond to emergency situations; initiate contact with individuals on school grounds or surrounding property to assure visitor authorization.

· Inspect and monitor the security of doors, windows, and gates; reset alarm systems and test for proper operation as necessary; detect and report fire and safety hazards; respond to fire and burglar alarms and extinguish small fires; summon and communicate with police and fire department personnel as needed.

· Prevent illegal parking, tampering with vehicles, and loitering in the school parking lot according to established procedures; assist with traffic and crowd control at special events as assigned.

· Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports related to security incidents, issues, hazards, and activities

· Effectively communicate and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work.

· Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal and Deputy Director of Operations.

Requirements

Must possess a high school diploma (or equivalency) with some experience or training in a security-related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the noted knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must possess knowledge of, and the ability to apply, standard security procedures and best practices. Must possess the ability to acquire knowledge of School Board policies and procedures and Student Rights and Responsibilities. Security experience in a public school setting is preferred. Must possess the ability to read, write, speak, and understand standard English. Must have basic computer skills using Microsoft Office programs. Must be dependable with a strong attendance record in past work history, must be flexible.

Salary : $26,300 - $33,300