Campus Security & Safety Guard

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Phenix City (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery-Public-Schools is seeking a Security Guard to monitor district facilities and grounds, manage visitor check-in, and report safety concerns to administrators. The role supports a safe and orderly environment for students, staff, and visitors.

The position emphasizes calm judgment during emergencies, professional communication, and de-escalation, with training and adherence to district safety procedures. It does not replace sworn law enforcement authority.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Able to pass criminal background checks and Alabama employment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Monitor school buildings, entrances, hallways, parking areas, athletic facilities, grounds, and other assigned areas.
• Assist with controlling access to school facilities and ensuring visitors follow district and school check-in procedures.
• Observe individuals entering and leaving school property and report suspicious or unauthorized activity.
• Conduct routine security checks of doors, gates, parking lots, and other designated areas.
• Assist administrators with maintaining a safe and orderly district/school environment.
• Monitor student arrival, dismissal, class transitions, extracurricular events, and other high-traffic activities as assigned.
• Assist with traffic and pedestrian flow on school property.
• Respond promptly to requests for security assistance.
• Help de-escalate disruptive situations using appropriate verbal communication and conflict-resolution techniques.
• Immediately report threats, weapons, suspicious activity, safety hazards, criminal activity, or other emergencies to the appropriate administrator and/or law enforcement agency.
• Assist with emergency response procedures, including evacuations, lockdowns, severe weather procedures, and other school safety protocols.

Skills

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Judgment in emergencies

Follow safety procedures

Observational skills

Conflict de-escalation

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Montgomery-Public-Schools is seeking a Security Guard to monitor district facilities and grounds, manage visitor check-in, and report safety concerns to administrators. The role supports a safe and orderly environment for students, staff, and visitors.

The position emphasizes calm judgment during emergencies, professional communication, and de-escalation, with training and adherence to district safety procedures. It does not replace sworn law enforcement authority.