Part Time Security Guard

William Penn Charter School; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A Quaker independent school in Philadelphia seeks part-time security guards to provide essential coverage, ensure the safety of students and staff, and assist with various events. Responsibilities include conducting facility tours, maintaining security logs, and following all safety regulations. Candidates must have a high school diploma and valid PA driver's license, with on-the-job training. Previous security experience is preferred, and familiarity with a PK-12 educational environment is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid PA driver's license.
• Capable of assisting with emergency transports.
• Willing to complete a Basic School Resource Officer Course.

Responsibilities

• Provide security coverage during events and for absent guards.
• Conduct tours to ensure security protocols are followed.
• Maintain detailed logs of observations and incidents.
• Assist with opening and closing campus facilities.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Computer literate

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Non-Exempt Position. Reports to Director of Security.

William Penn Charter School, an all-gender, pre‑K‑12, independent, Quaker day school, seeks part‑time and on‑call security guards to provide coverage for guards who are absent due to vacation or illness and for special events held on campus. Security Guards at Penn Charter are responsible for ensuring the safety of students and staff, as well as the preservation of school property and assets. This work also includes timely and appropriate readiness of designated facilities for school functions.

Essential Functions

• Observe all safety regulations and policies.
• Conduct tours of all school facilities to insure that;
  • All exterior doors and windows are secured.
  • All designated interior doors are secured.
  • All interior lights are out at the earliest possible times.
  • Security alarms are armed and disarmed as required.
• Provide campus access to housekeeping staff or contractors.
• Maintain a detailed log with all observations and incidents clearly documented including the five W’s: Who, What, Where, When, Why.
• Report all serious incidents to the Director of Security.
• Report any observed maintenance deficiencies to the Director of Facilities.
• Assist event planners with unlocking and relocking requested doors and set‑ups and take‑downs.
• Assist Facilities staff with maintenance as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to work equally well with faculty and staff.
• Ability to follow instructions from supervisors.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, neutrality, and confidentiality.
• Must be computer literate.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods standing and walking.
• Capacity to lift people to assist with emergency medical transports or escort disabled persons requiring assistance.
• Travel on foot, or in a vehicle, across rough, uneven or rocky surfaces.
• Work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to elements.
• Must be physically able to climb stairs and ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Valid Pa. driver’s license.
• Capable of driving, entering and exiting vehicles owned by Penn Charter.
• Must have, or be willing to complete a Basic School Resource Officer Course within the time period allotted.
• On-the-job training offered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous security experience.
• Familiarity with Quaker Education and the Religious Society of Friends.
• Related experience in working in a PK‑12 school environment.