Security Guard

Loyola High School; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

Loyola High School in Los Angeles is seeking a Security Officer to ensure a safe environment on campus. The officer will patrol the property, respond to emergencies, and assist with student monitoring, working M-F year-round.

This full-time role requires a high school diploma, two years of security experience, and customer service skills. The position offers a salary range of $18 - $23 hourly, contingent upon vaccination proof.

Qualifications

• Two years skilled experience as a security officer including customer service.
• Experience with security equipment and surveillance systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor campus to ensure safety through active patrols.
• Respond to distress calls, emergency calls, and fire alarms.
• Control and monitor surveillance equipment.

Skills

Customer service

Loss prevention

First aid and CPR certification

Security equipment proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Surveillance systems

Computer skills

Job description

Loyola High School has a COVID vaccine mandate and all offers of employment are contingent upon presenting acceptable digital proof of vaccination, along with a successful Livescan, and proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Application for school Security Officer

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE:
Security Officer
DATE:
April 2023

DEPARTMENT:
Facilities Management
CLASSIFICATION:
SALARY RANGE:
Non-exempt
$18 - $23 houly

WORK SCHEDULE
This full-time regular position works M-F year around. This position works on campus during school days and on days where events are taking place on weekends when scheduled.

POSITION SUMMARY

Loyola’s security officers are responsible to monitor the 23 acres of campus, its buildings and perimeter 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The security officers help to protect everyone on campus including our faculty, staff, visitors, residents, parents and most importantly our students.

Each security officer reports to and works under the immediate direction of the Security Supervisor and is also a team member and is responsible to work responsibly and independently in accordance with the shift and location of assignment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Security Officer is expected to successfully perform and be accountable for the duties and responsibilities in the categories below and the primary duties and responsibilities are:

• Ensure a safe environment through diligent active patrol when and where assigned, strict access control, student monitoring, and direct traffic control within our parking lots.
• Be visible and observant, courteous and attentive, and present an authoritative presence with students.
• Communicate concisely, effectively and efficiently at all times
• Assist the Dean's Office with student body.
• Assist Human Resources when called upon.
• Respond immediately to distress calls, emergency calls and fire alarms.
• Possess training, knowledge, and ability regarding dealing with disruptive individuals or situations.
• Know how to de‑escalate incidents swiftly and appropriately.
• Maintain LHS’s reputation with professionalism and legal compliance.
• Collaborate with other security officers for effective protection and campus wide coverage.
• Be available for overtime based upon the school’s 7‑day week schedule for academia, athletics and events.
• Understand the Schools daily calendar and the Officers role in supporting administration to that calendar.

Routine Daily Responsibilities

• Patrol property on foot or via mobile unit. Secure personnel, assets, buildings, gates, and fence perimeter in all weather conditions
• Investigate and take the appropriate lawful action as authorized by the president of the school, its principal and Board of Directors following policy on accidents, incidents, trespassing, suspicious activities, safety, and fire incidents.
• Control and monitor surveillance equipment, and perform building and equipment inspections
• Guard access points, permitting or refusing entry, restraining trespassers, and direct heavy traffic during start and end of school hours and on major events
• Complete daily reports, including relevant information, observations and surveillance
• Secure all doors, windows, and exits, depending on shift
• Other Miscellaneous duties that may be assigned by the Sr. Director of Facilities Management, The Principal and/or the President

CUSTOMER SERVICE & COMMUNICATION

Ensure the Loyola High School mission and philosophy is followed in all matters of customer service and communication, both inside and outside the community. Communicates clearly and promptly to all requests for services that fall under his/her purview.

EDUCATION, SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Position requires:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years skilled experience as security officer including customer service. Experience in or with loss prevention also
• Knowledgeable with computers, and aptitude to learn new software and systems
• Experience with security equipment and surveillance systems
• Prior experience in a supervisory role.
• Helpful, courteous attitude
• Certification in first aid, CPR

Successful candidate will:

Possess the ability to work well with people from diverse educational backgrounds and experiences; and be able to work successfully within an academic setting.

Have a calming demeanor, high degree of integrity and confidentiality, be well organized, routinely practice sound judgment, and demonstrate ability to multi-task with projects of varying degrees of priority.

Ability to respond promptly and professionally to all requests for service under his/her purview.

Demonstrate talent for servant leadership and be highly skilled in flexibility and resiliency.

Be highly self‑motivated and work well alone as well as with a team.

PHYSICAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Position requires ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to travel between campus locations; the ability to sit, stand, squat, bend, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10 - 50 pounds. Requires good hand‑eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to operate radio, computer a keyboard, operate equipment and read technical information.

The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibilities, essential functions and specific requirements of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.