Security Guard (Part-time) - Gainesville High School Student Activity Center for the 2026-2027 School Year

Gainesville City Schools; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Gainesville City Schools in Gainesville, Georgia seeks a part-time Security Guard for the Gainesville High School Student Activities Center for the 2026-2027 school year. Responsibilities include campus patrols, enforcing district policies, and maintaining a safe environment for students, staff and visitors.

You will monitor entrances, report concerns, assist with campus emergencies, and coordinate with school administrators.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; Associates degree preferred.
• Experience in security or law enforcement preferred.
• Experience working with adolescents preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patrols school buildings and grounds to maintain a safe environment.
• Enforces policies on smoking, loitering, trespassing, theft, vandalism, etc.
• Reports incidents to principal or designee and coordinates with staff.
• Monitors entrances/exits to prevent unauthorized access.
• Assists administrators with investigations as assigned.
• Responds to emergencies and coordinates with responders.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patrol procedures

Policy enforcement

Communication

Emergency response awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Security Guard (Part-time) - Gainesville High School Student Activity Center for the 2026-2027 School Year

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Job Details

Job ID: 5983087

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 05, 2026 2:08 AM (UTC)

Job Description

Security Guard- High School - Job Description

Gainesville High School Student Activities Center

Work Location: GHS

FLSA Status: Non exempt

Reports to: Principal

Work Calendar: 180 days/ Part-time

Salary Schedule: As approved by the School Board

Pay Grade: As appr

 The Gainesville City School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities.

Position Function

• Under direct supervision of the Principal to patrol school buildings and grounds to ensure a safe and secure environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Essential Functions

• Provides for the safety and security of students, staff, visitors and school district property in accordance with school district policies.
• Conducts ongoing security patrols of grounds on foot to ensure a safe school environment.
• Enforces Board policies regarding smoking, vaping, parking, loitering, trespassing, theft, vandalism, property damage, alcohol, drug abuse, and other school rules and regulations.
• Reports concerns and incidents which may require corrective action to the principal and/or designee.
• Encourages appropriate student conduct with regard to school rules and regulations.
• Monitors entrances and exits and prevents unauthorized access of the buildings.
• Assists school administrators with investigations as assigned.
• Monitors grounds in afternoons and evenings to prevent loitering and improper parking of vehicles.
• Watches for and reports irregularities, such as security breaches, facility and safety hazards, and emergency situations; contacts emergency responders, such as police, fire, and/or ambulance personnel, as required.
• Provide support in case of campus emergencies.

Additional Duties:

• Does related 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.

Equipment

• Use personal computers and related equipment, and radio communications equipment.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and customer service orientation.
• Knowledge of best practices in building security and safety.
• Ability to successfully conduct security patrols without direct supervision.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations and codes related to building safety and security, including OSHA, and Electronic Surveillance laws.
• Knowledge of security and alarm systems, electronic surveillance, and related safety and security devices.
• Ability to follow oral or written work orders from supervisor, and to coordinate work with principal, security guards, and others.
• Ability to describe orally or in writing security problems as needed.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to maintain a professional, calm and authoritative manner when challenged by students, faculty, and visitors.
• Ability to complete routine paperwork.
• Ability to detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel.
• Knowledge of public security codes, policies, and regulations.
• Ability to understand, follow, and enforce safety codes, regulations, and procedures.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Moderate physical activity; requires handling of average-weight objects and standing or walking for extended periods of time.

Qualifications Profile:

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

• High School Diploma or GED; Associates degree preferred
• Successful experience in security or law enforcement
• Experience working with adolescents preferred.
• Experience and knowledge of basic First Aid, preferred
• Experience working in public safety, preferred
• Valid Driver's License, required

Employee must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function of the position. When appropriate, reasonable accommodations will be provided to afford persons with disabilities an opportunity to perform the essential functions of the position. Employees are expected to attend all required meetings as approved by the supervisor. The incumbent will adhere to the Georgia Professional Standards Commission's Code of Ethics for Educators, all Gainesville City Board of Education policies, administrative regulations, school system procedures, and all other applicable professional performance criteria. Maintenance of criminal history check is required for all employees.

Position Type: Part‑time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Safety/Security

Contact Information

• Lynn Jones
• 508 Oak St NW
• Gainesville, Georgia 30501
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]