School Security Attendant I, II, III - Kauai High

Hawaiʻi State Department of Education; Lihue (HI); On-site; USD 31,079 - 35,011; Full time

Job summary

The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education is seeking candidates for School Security Attendant positions in Lihue, Hawaii. The role requires supervising school grounds, ensuring safety, and enforcing rules. Positions available from School Security Attendant I to III, focusing on campus security and student behavior.

Applicants must possess strong English skills, follow instructions, and have relevant experience. A high school diploma or higher may substitute for experience. Certification with the State of Hawaii Board of Private Detective and Guards is mandatory.

Qualifications

• 6 months of general experience for Level I, 1 year for Level II, 2 years for Level III.
• Experience in protecting property and people against hazards such as theft or vandalism.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the school grounds during class, lunch, and before/after school.
• Observe and report unusual student behavior.
• Ensure safe and orderly movement of pedestrians and traffic.
• Enforce school rules and identify safety hazards.
• Assist administration during special student activities.

Skills

Ability to read and write in English

Ability to follow instructions

Basic arithmetic skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or higher

Job description

School Security Attendant Positions

We are recruiting School Security Attendant positions at the specified location. The authorized level is School Security Attendant III; applications are being accepted down to School Security Attendant I if necessary.

Salary Range

• School Security Attendant I (SR-07): $2,784.88 per month
• School Security Attendant II (SR-09): $2,899.72 per month
• School Security Attendant III (SR-11): $3,137.22 per month

Responsibilities

• Perform campus supervision by patrolling the school grounds during class, lunch, and before/after school hours.
• Observe and report unusual student behavior.
• Discuss issues with students and encourage them to seek assistance or counseling.
• Ensure safe and orderly movement of pedestrians and vehicular traffic; supervise or monitor the JPO program as needed.
• Enforce school rules (prohibit smoking, gambling, fighting, vandalism, etc.).
• Inspect playground, bathrooms, cafeteria, and other facilities to identify safety and security hazards.
• Direct unauthorized persons and drivers off school premises and report concerns to administrators.
• Assist administration during special student activities such as assemblies, pep rallies, athletic events, and dances.
• Instruct loitering students to proceed to their destination.
• Assist teaching staff in handling overt disturbances.
• Inform administrators of critical situations that may require police, fire, or outside assistance.
• Activate alarm as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must possess the ability to read, write, and understand oral and written English, follow oral and written instructions, and perform simple arithmetic.

Experience Requirements

• General experience: 6 months for Level I, 1 year for Level II, 2 years for Level III.
• Specialized experience: experience protecting property and people against hazards such as fire, theft, damage, accident, or trespass; knowledge of basic protective systems.

Education Substitutions

• High school diploma may substitute for six months of general experience.
• One year or more in law enforcement, security, or honorable military discharge may substitute for six months of general experience and one year of specialized experience.
• Associate degree or higher may substitute for six months of general experience and one year of specialized experience.

Certification Required

All candidates must be registered as a Guard with the State of Hawaii Board of Private Detective and Guards in accordance with Act 208, Session Laws of Hawaii 2010.

Equal Opportunity

The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in employment on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, arrest and court record, National Guard participation, and any other factors as required by federal and state law.