Campus Security Assistant

Downey Unified School District; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Downey Unified School District is seeking a campus security assistant to patrol and monitor school grounds, ensuring student safety and building security. The role supports administrators and staff, with responsibilities spanning patrols, enforcing rules, and assisting visitors.

Applicants must have a high school diploma, at least one year of experience with high school students, and certified CPR/First Aid.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience working with high school students.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Successful completion of School Campus Security Training meeting SB1626/SB390 and Education Code 38001.5.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts including mornings and after-hours.

Responsibilities

• Maintain security of middle school or high school facilities and grounds.
• Patrol campus perimeter, hallways, lunch areas, classrooms, restrooms, and parking areas.
• Escort students to the office for disciplinary action when needed.
• Enforce district rules to ensure safety of students and staff.
• Observe student behavior and report incidents as required.
• Assist visitors with directions and information.
• Operate walkie-talkie and respond to incidents as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Patrol campus

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Only online applications and required CPR / First Aid (American Red Cross or American Heart Association only) and School Campus Security Training certification meeting the requirements set forth in SB1626 OR SB390 and Education code 38001.5 will be accepted: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/downey

This is a Promotional and Open recruitment to establish an eligibility list, fill vacancies, and hire substitutes. Substitutes work on an as-needed basis to fill in for absent employees. The eligibility list will be used to fill permanent vacancies which may occur during the life of the eligibility list. In a promotional and open recruitment, the promotional list shall take precedence. When the promotional list contains fewer than three eligible and willing employees, certification of additional ranks shall then be made from the open list.

Positions in this classification are part-time or full-time 15 - 40 hours per week, 11 months/184 work days per year.

Full-Time positions may be assigned to work the following schedules:

• 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM: Monday - Friday
• 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM: Monday - Friday
• 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM: Monday - Friday
• 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM : Tuesday - Saturday

The recruitment process will consist of a written and an oral technical interview, which is tentatively scheduled during the weeks of November 2, 2026 - November 9, 2026. Qualified applicants will be notified by email.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, TITLE IX, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

The Downey Unified School District does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates against an employee or applicant for employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability (mental or physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information (including family and medical history), marital status, political affiliation, military and veteran status, or retaliation; or on any other basis as protected by state, federal or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, Downey Unified School District will provide you with one upon notice.

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the direction of a School Site Administrator, patrol and monitor campus to maintain order and security in a middle school or high school setting; assure student compliance with school and District policies and regulations.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

A campus security assistant works closely with administrators and staff, providing security and safety for students, staff, visitors, and facilities. Some positions may require evening, weekend, and holiday work.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain security of middle school or high school buildings, grounds and facilities. E
• Patrol campus perimeter, lunch areas, hallways, walkways, classrooms, restrooms, parking lots and bus stops; maintain order and security of campus; escort students to office for disciplinary action as needed; report unusual activities or unauthorized persons. E
• Enforce school and District rules, regulations and policies for the safety and security of students, staff and property according to established procedures. E
• Observe students during passing periods between classes; assure timely return of students to class. E
• Monitor tardy sweeps and in-school suspension periods as assigned. E
• Observe student behavior to assure compliance with school rules; determine need for writing referrals. E
• Assist visitors with campus orientation and directions. E
• Report graffiti and perform minor graffiti cleanup as required. E
• Operate walkie-talkie and an electric cart as assigned. E
• Perform related duties as assigned. E

KNOWLEDGE OF

• Basic methods of individual and group supervision.
• Basic interests, attitudes and emotional development of the adolescent.
• Skills utilized to maintain positive relationships with students and adults.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Health and safety regulations.

ABILITY TO

• Patrol and monitor campus to maintain order and security in a middle school or high school setting.
• Assure student compliance with school and District policies and regulations.
• Use cleaning materials to remove minor graffiti.
• Learn to interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Perform duties with patience, tact and good judgment following established guidelines.
• Learn District organization, operations, policies and objectives.
• Demonstrate attendance sufficient to complete the duties of the position as required.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Observe situations and accurately determine an effective course of action.
• Maintain routine records as assigned.
• Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and a minimum of one year's experience working with high school students.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a certificate indicating completion of an approved School Campus Security Training course meeting the requirements set forth in SB 1626 and SB 390 and Education Code 38001.5. Must attend annual District-sponsored Campus Security Training.

Valid First Aid and CPR certificate issued by an authorized agency, as well as meeting the requirements to keep the certificate current.

WORKING CONDITIONS

ENVIRONMENT: Indoor and outdoor environment; exposure to inclement or adverse weather conditions.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES: Standing and walking for extended periods of time; seeing to monitor student campus activity; running and walking; and hearing and speaking to exchange information and vision to observe student behavior. Bending, pushing, moving, and lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Running and climbing stairs.

HAZARDS: Adverseweatherconditions,potentialphysicalhazardsinvolvedininterveningin anti-social, illegal, and violent behavior.