Security Guard

Distinctive Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25+ paid holidays

12 weeks family paid leave

Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, D.

Job summary

Distinctive Schools on the South Side Campus in Chicago is seeking a Security Guard to help protect students, staff and property. You will patrol, monitor systems and enforce safety protocols.

The role collaborates with leadership and the culture team, responds to alarms, manages access points, and supports events. A High School Diploma or GED and CPR/First Aid training are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CPR and First Aid safety care training required.
• Ability to monitor surveillance systems and respond to incidents.

Responsibilities

• Work with School Leadership and staff to ensure school safety.
• Monitor entry/exit points and surveillance systems.
• Respond to alarms and incidents promptly.
• Assist in coordinating security for events after school and weekends.
• Maintain security procedures and report suspicious activity.
• Manage 2-way radios and coordinate daily mail and packages.

Skills

Patrolling

Surveillance monitoring

Emergency response

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CCTV cameras

2-way radios

Job description

Position Title: Security Guard

Location: South Side Campus, Chicago IL

Salary: starting at $42,029, commensurate with experience

Reports To: Dean

Type: Full Time

Start Date: October 2026

Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders.

Overview

As a part of the school support team, a Security Guard will work collaboratively to assist in the operational functions of their campus responsible for protecting property by patrolling designated areas, monitoring surveillance systems, enforcing security protocols, responding to alarms and incidents, and reporting any suspicious activity to maintain safety on the premises; essentially, deterring criminal activity and ensuring the security of a building or location by actively observing and responding to potential threats. A Security Guard will support the school culture team by promoting positive attitudes of student responsibilities and assists the professional staff with the safety of students and staff and the security of the facilities.

Responsibilities

• Work in collaboration with School Leadership, Culture Team and other staff to ensure overall school safety
• Exercise good judgment with regards to student behavior and disciplinary actions
• Monitor entry and exit points of the building
• Monitor student behavior and promote a safe school environment
• Support & manage daily traffic coordination during arrival and dismissal
• Assist in the reception office, as needed
• Monitor hallways, bathrooms, lunchroom, parking lot, playgrounds and courtyards on a consistent daily basis
• Monitor and observe school cameras and security systems
• Assist with all safety and evacuation procedures
• Assign and manage all 2-way radios
• Accept and distribute daily mail and packages
• Assist in coordinating/advising security for after school and weekend events

Requirements (minimum)

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Qualifications: Must have safety care training - CPR and First AID

Physical Demands

• Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing. Generally, the job requires 5% sitting, 50% walking, and 45% standing.
• Ability to lift at least 50 Ibs

Benefits

• 25+ paid holidays, upfront sick leave, and an accrual-based personal time bank
• 12 weeks family paid leave
• Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 403b match
  • Fully match up to 3%
  • 50% match up to 5%
• Professional development including tuition reimbursement
• Gym and wellness discounts
• And more

Disclaimer

Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility.

EEO

Distinctive Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.

Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail] or call 773.828.4191