26 - Campus Security Guard

Pueblo School District 60; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fringe Benefits based on PESPA Negoti

Job summary

Pueblo School District No. 60 is seeking a Campus Security Guard to ensure the safety and welfare of students during classroom and non-classroom activities. The role focuses on minimizing incidents and communicating observations that affect student well-being to staff and administration.

The Guard will monitor hallways, escort students and visitors, and enforce district policies. CPR, First-Aid, CPI training, and background checks are required within 3 months of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year security experience and/or previous training/experience in security related position
• Must obtain and maintain CPR and First-Aid Certification within 3 months of employment
• Must obtain and maintain Crisis Preventative Intervention (CPI) training certification within 3 months of employment.
• Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary
• Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of hire

Responsibilities

• Monitor hallways, classrooms, stairwell, as well as entire building.
• Monitor student and staff parking lots.
• Direct visitors to appropriate destinations.
• Escort intruders off campus and involve law enforcement officials when necessary.
• Use a variety of appropriate measures to keep proper order on campus.
• Escort students to/from class/campus as directed by an administrator or teacher.
• Be proactive in preventing damage to school, staff, and student property.
• In conjunction with the School Administrator, assist the SRO in checking school lockers for illegal drugs, alcohol, stolen items, weapons, etc.
• Write up parking violations.
• When aware of ongoing or planned off-campus activities that may be detrimental to the welfare and safety of students, report such activities to the School Administration
• Clear and check the school building during a fire drill or other instances of emergency evacuation
• Assist classroom teachers in dealing with disruptive students Witness building administrator student searches for weapons or illegal drugs
• Responsible for maintaining "zero tolerance" behavior as it relates to gang-like activity
• Detain students involved in criminal activity until law enforcement authorities arrive
• Assist building administrators in conducting investigations involving inappropriate behavior
• Deliver messages to teachers and students for administrators, teachers, and secretaries
• Attend District-provided in-service training as required by the Central District Office unless campus security requires otherwise
• Supervise after school and in-house detentions when requested by building principal
• Supervise classroom(s) when no substitute has arrived or a teacher requests assistance while he/she may need to leave the classroom
• Supervise school bused for field trips
• Issue lockers to students and be responsible for all record keeping
• Lock and unlock parking lot cables
• Direct students to return to school from stores and food outlets
• Escort students to in-school exclusion and obtain their school work
• Perform first aid appropriate to training
• Work cooperatively with police officers

Skills

Customer service

De-escalation

Physical intervention

Behavioral management

Independent judgement

Policy knowledge

Basic computer skills

Professional relationships

English communication

Decision making

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district, which state:

• We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment.
• We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community, parents, staff, and students are essential to our success.
• We believe that we must act with integrity, celebrate diversity, and promote equity.
• We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect.
• We believe that the social and emotional well being of our students is as important as their academic needs.
• We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment for our students and staff
• We believe that our community heritage, traditions, and history should inform our response to future student and district needs.

As we embrace these values and consider their impact, we will achieve our vision of being a high performing school district that inspires community confidence. Each employee plays a part, and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams.

Job Title: Campus Security Guard

Work Year: 158 Work Days

Department: School Culture, Wellness, and Safety

Reports To: Building Principal

Salary Range: Security Guard Salary Schedule

Benefits: Fringe Benefits based on PESPA Negotiated Agreement

Status: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS

The purpose of the Campus Security Guard is to provide for the safety and welfare of students during classroom and non-classroom activities; minimizing the frequency and/or severity of harmful incidents; and communicating observations and/or incidents that have a potential impact on the general well-being of students, school personnel, and/or visitors

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of one (1) year security experience and/or previous training/experience in security related position
• Must obtain and maintain CPR and First-Aid Certification within 3 months of employment
• Must obtain and maintain Crisis Preventative Intervention (CPI) training certification within 3 months of employment.
• Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary
• Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of hire

PREFERRED:

• Previous Military or police experience
• Previous experience working in a public school setting
• Experience working with youth or school age youth related programs
• Knowledge of rules and regulations of the District regarding student conduct and visitation privileges

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Customer service and public relations
• Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations
• Ability to intervene in physical altercations or physically restrain people
• Ability to learn and apply behavioral management techniques with consistency and good judgement
• Ability to prioritize, plan, organize, and execute work using independent judgment
• Knowledge of District and school policies and procedures
• Basic computer skills and ability to use a computer for word processing
• Excellent work attitude, with willingness to take responsibility for project completion and implementing initiative in reaching organizational goals
• Ability to establish and maintain a professional/effective working relationship with all staff, students, and parents
• Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures; Ability to answer routine questions
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level or work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position. This organization believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to define primary duties, qualifications and job scope but should not limit the incumbent nor the organization to the work identified. It is our expectation that every employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the District's/department's goals. Actual duties, responsibilities, frequency, and percentages may vary depending upon building assignments and other factors.

• Monitor hallways, classrooms, stairwell, as well as entire building
• Monitor student and staff parking lots
• Direct visitors to appropriate destinations
• Escort intruders off campus and involve law enforcement officials when necessary
• Use a variety of appropriate measures to keep proper order on campus
• Escort students to/from class/campus as directed by an administrator or teacher
• Be proactive in preventing damage to school, staff, and student property
• In conjunction with the School Administrator, assist the SRO in checking school lockers for illegal drugs, alcohol, stolen items, weapons, etc.
• Write up parking violations
• When aware of ongoing or planned off-campus activities that may be detrimental to the welfare and safety of students, report such activities to the School Administration
• Clear and check the school building during a fire drill or other instances of emergency evacuation
• Assist classroom teachers in dealing with disruptive students Witness building administrator student searches for weapons or illegal drugs
• Responsible for maintaining "zero tolerance" behavior as it relates to gang-like activity
• Detain students involved in criminal activity until law enforcement authorities arrive
• Assist building administrators in conducting investigations involving inappropriate behavior
• Deliver messages to teachers and students for administrators, teachers, and secretaries
• Attend District-provided in-service training as required by the Central District Office unless campus security requires otherwise
• Supervise after school and in-house detentions when requested by building principal
• Supervise classroom(s) when no substitute has arrived or a teacher requests assistance while he/she may need to leave the classroom
• Supervise school bused for field trips
• Issue lockers to students and be responsible for all record keeping
• Lock and unlock parking lot cables
• Direct students to return to school from stores and food outlets
• Escort students to in-school exclusion and obtain their school work
• Perform first aid appropriate to training
• Work cooperatively with police officers

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the School Administration

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel. The work requires the use of telephone and using fingers to operate computer keyboards. The employee is continually hearing and speaking to exchange information. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

In an 9-hour workday, this job requires:

R – Rarely (Less than .5 hr per day) O – Occasionally (.5 – 2.5 hrs per day)
F – Frequently (2.5 – 6 hrs per day) C – Continually (6 – 9 hrs per day)
NA – Not Applicable

Physical Requirements

Sitting Occasionally

Stationary Standing Frequently

Walking (level surface) Continually

Walking (uneven surface) Occasionally

Crawling Not Applicable

Crouching (bend at knees) Occasionally

Stooping (bend at waist) Occasionally

Twisting (knees/waist/neck) Occasionally

Turn/Pivot Occasionally

Climbing (stairs) Occasionally

Climbing (ladder) Rarely

Reaching overhead Frequently

Reaching extension Frequently

Repetitive use arms Frequently

Repetitive use wrists Frequently

Repetitive use hands grasping Frequently

Repetitive use hands squeezing Occasionally

Fine manipulation Continually

Using foot control Not Applicable

*Pushing/Pulling
Maximum weight: 75 lbs. Occasionally

Lifting
Maximum weight: 75 lbs. Occasionally

Carrying
Maximum weight: 75 lbs. Occasionally

WORKING CONDITIONS

Employee will work primarily in a school/office environment with both natural and fluorescent lighting; fast-paced work; constant interruptions; works in classrooms and hallways surrounded by students and staff of various ages and abilities; potential contact with blood and other body fluids and communicable diseases. Potential Interaction with aggravated, upset, and violent students.

Pueblo School District No. 60 does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, disability, need for special education services, genetic information, pregnancy or childbirth status, or other status protected by law in admission, access to, treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities. Additionally, a lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation in activities. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of Student Support Services, Andrew Burns, [e-mail], Title IXCoordinator/Compliance Officer for complaints. This individual can be located at 315 West 11th Street, Pueblo, Colorado 81003, [phone]. Inquiries about Title IX can be directed to Pueblo School District No. 60's Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officernamed herein; the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education at [phone], [e-mail]; or both. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. (Policy AC, AC-R-1,AC-R-2, AC-E-1,AC-E-2, AC-E-3). Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre esta información, por favor llame a la escuela de su niño.