Campus Security Officer

Arlington Independent School District; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlington Independent School District seeks a District Security Officer to support law enforcement and manage security matters across AISD facilities. Responsibilities include patrolling campuses, responding to alarms, and cooperating with administrators, staff, and officers to ensure a safe learning environment.

The role requires a valid Texas drivers license, a clean background, punctuality, and flexibility for various shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college hours preferred.
• TX DPS-PSB Level II license or higher preferred.
• Valid Texas drivers license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist law enforcement and handle security matters at AISD facilities.
• Cooperate with administration, students, staff and officers to maintain safety.
• Patrol district facilities and respond to alarms and incidents.
• Investigate offenses within the district and enforce applicable laws.
• Assist with traffic control during events to ensure safety.
• Provide crisis response and conduct security inspections.
• Prepare written incident reports and testify if required.
• Perform duties at district-sponsored events on or off campus.

Skills

Valid Texas drivers license

Good driving record

Clean background

Punctuality

Attendance

Work ethic

Shift flexibility (nights/weekends/hol

Communication (English)

Interpersonal skills

Basic report writing

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

TX DPS-PSB Level II License or higher (preferred)

Tools

CCTV system

Patrol vehicle

Security/alarms monitoring computers

Job description

Responsibilities

• The District Security Officer is responsible for assisting law enforcement and handling security related matters at District facilities as outlined in the Texas Penal Code, Texas Education Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, District's Board Policy, Management Guidelines, Departmental Rules and Regulations, and as directed by the Security Manager/Director.
• Responsible for working cooperatively with the school administration, students, staff members, other District Security team members, and officers from all law enforcement agencies to maintain a positive campus security and a safe and secure campus environment.
• Patrol the District and provide security services to individual facilities, students, and staff; operate a District vehicle and patrol school property or an assigned area to deter criminal offenses such as fire, burglary, theft, vandalism and other unauthorized activities.
• Investigate offenses that occur within the District; enforce regulations for and on District school buses; respond to burglar and fire alarms, investigate causes, and notify the on-duty Dispatcher.
• Investigate suspicious persons in and around schools; report the misuse of buildings and property belonging to the District; enforce the general laws of Texas within the District jurisdiction and all applicable sections of the Texas Education Code.
• Assist Texas Peace Officer(s) and other Emergency Agencies; assist with traffic control on AISD properties during events or as needed to ensure safety of students and staff.
• Provide crisis response to schools and facilities; perform security inspections of buildings; maintain awareness of District activities after hours and perform special patrols during events.
• Conduct intrusion system transmission tests for each school as assigned and report results to the AISD Security Dispatcher; maintain daily incident reports.
• Provide security services at District sponsored events, on or off campus, and respond to road or weather conditions affecting transportation operations.

Qualifications

• Have and maintain minimum standards including a valid Texas driver's license, good driving record, clean background, good punctuality, attendance and work ethic.
• Must be available and capable of working any shift, including nights, weekends and holidays as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED; college hours preferred.
• Currently has, or can obtain, a TX DPS-PSB Level II License or higher preferred.

Special Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of AISD policies and procedures, the AISD Security Department and the position assigned.
• Excellent knowledge of standard security enforcement procedures and the regulations and laws relating to school district policy and procedures, including building intrusion and trespassing.
• Specialized knowledge of effective security patrol techniques.
• Detail oriented with good report writing skills; excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to be a team player.
• Be neat in appearance and able to work well with people; capable of maintaining good relationships with the public, students, faculty and staff.
• Capable of assisting staff and students in a courteous and efficient manner; experience working with students is preferred.
• Self-motivated, able to work under pressure and to manage personal feelings in a professional setting.
• Discretion and confidentiality are required for sensitive information.
• Knowledge of sentence structure, word usage, reading comprehension, proofreading, and basic mathematics.
• Capable of operating a computer and printer; capable of effective English communication both verbally and in writing (bilingual is a plus).
• Capable of maintaining records and writing offense reports in English that could be used by law enforcement and courts.
• Capable of exterior patrolling without the use of an automobile and may involve crossing areas without sidewalks or poorly lit areas; sufficient mobility and dexterity to respond quickly to situations involving detaining individuals; capable of restraining offenders using AISD-approved techniques.
• Capable of performing without supervision in potentially dangerous situations and maintaining good judgment; capable of maintaining a positive image throughout the District.

Equipment Used

• Patrol vehicle
• Golf cart
• CCTV system
• Security / fire alarm monitoring computers
• Common office machines

Physical Demands / Environmental Factors

• Maintain emotional control under moderate to heavy stress.
• Walking, sitting and/or standing for extended periods with occasional stooping and bending.
• Occasionally lifts or moves items up to 50 pounds.
• Operate a motor vehicle; irregular work shifts and hours.

Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare, in English, complete and concise written reports on the forms provided for potential criminal prosecutions.
• Identify, locate, and report security problems or potential security problems; prepare written reports of incidents observed on campus; may appear in court as a witness when summoned.

Other Security and Courtesy Services

• Provide security services at District-sponsored events, on or off campus; assist in enforcing applicable items from the student handbook as requested by the Campus Administrator.
• Establish positive working relationships among students, staff and the community; be available for overtime or call-out as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Sergeant / Security Manager or Director.