Security Assistant II- Open to the Public

Covedale ES; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Public Schools’ Covedale ES in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Security Assistant II to support day-to-day safety of students and staff. Under supervision, you will help maintain a secure environment on school property and at events.

Qualifications include an Associate's degree or higher (or equivalent) and a high school diploma, with strong communication and supervision skills. Salary starts at $20.81 per hour and includes duties as outlined by Safety Services.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate verbally with youth and staff.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Experience with youth groups in multi-ethnic settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with emergency evacuations and/or shelter in place situations.
• Monitor and supervise students in hallways, restrooms, playgrounds, entrances and exits.
• Assist with pedestrian and vehicle traffic around CPS properties.
• Help stop disturbances on school grounds as directed by authorities.
• Assist visitors with directions and information.
• Limit public access to restricted areas as needed.
• Notify CPS personnel of safety concerns related to building integrity.
• Coordinate with law enforcement, fire and emergency services when required.
• Attend training and meetings with the Office of Safety Services.
• Complete and submit daily reports to the Office of Security Services.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Communication

Youth interaction

Discipline in school settings

Education

Associate degree or higher

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Security Assistant II- Open to the Public

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Job Details

Job ID: 5976955 Application Deadline: Nov 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted: Oct 29, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Security Assistant II Vacancy

The Cincinnati Public Schools invites applicants for the position of Security Assistant II. This position reports to the building principal and provides day-to-day support and safety of students. Under direct supervision, assist in maintaining a safe and productive environment for students, staff, and visitors on school properties and at school sponsored events (graduations, conferences, meetings, sporting events, etc.)

Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

• Associate's Degree or higher
• High School diploma or equivalent

The successful candidate shall have the training, skills and ability necessary to:

• Must have ability to communicate verbally, work with youth, and maintain discipline in the school setting and on playgrounds with groups of students
• Must also be able to follow oral and written instructions
• Work experience with youth groups in multi-ethnic situations preferred

Responsibilities of Position:

• Assist with emergency evacuations and/or shelter in place emergencies
• Monitors and supervises a student's common area such as hallways, restrooms, playgrounds, entrance ways, and emergency exits
• Assist with pedestrian and vehicle traffic around buildings and property owned by Cincinnati Public Schools
• Assist as directed by school authorities in stopping disturbances in the school and on school grounds
• Assist visitors by giving directions and needed explanations
• Reduce or eliminate public access to restricted areas of buildings and property owned or maintained Cincinnati Public Schools
• Notifies the responsible Cincinnati Public School personnel on matters of concern in direct relation to school safety and building integrity
• Assist law enforcement officers, fire personnel, and emergency services representatives when necessary in the stabilization of incidents which place students, staff, and visitors at risk of harm
• Attend training and other meetings as requested by the Office of Safety Services
• Complete and submit daily reports to the Office of Security Services
• Performs other duties as required

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

SECURITY ASSISTANTS THAT HAVE TRANSFERRED WITHIN THE LAST SIX (6) MONTHS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO TRANSFER.

EMPLOYMENT PROVISIONS

Starting Salary Range: $20.81 per hour

Service Period: School year only

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Certain jobs at Cincinnati Public Schools may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation are available upon request from Human Resources.

Cincinnati Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and is subject to federal regulations pertaining to employment. The district has a continuing non-discrimination policy which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status. We hire only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $20.81 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Shane Wery
• 2651 Burnet Avenue
• Cincinnati, Ohio 45219
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]