The School Security Guard will be assigned to single or multiple posts during their shift to enforce school rules and security protocol; ensure the security of the students, staff, parents, and visitors; and prevent damage to the school facilities. He/She will establish a rapport with the students, staff, and visitors to provide an atmosphere that is safe, secure, and conducive to the proper functioning of the school. The Security guard will assist all students, parents, staff members, and visitors by personally resolving problems or referring them to the appropriate person. Work will require independent judgment and is performed under the supervision of the Security Guard supervisor for his/her shift who will provide annual evaluations.
Essential Job Functions
Monitor the main lobbies and entrances and other areas of the school building while on a post in person and or by utilizing the CCTV system
Access control of the various building entrances and exits
Welcome and greet students, staff, and visitors with courtesy, professionalism, and respect as per our school mission
Communicate school policies and enforcement procedures to students, staff, and visitors to ensure their understanding of policies and the potential consequences of violation
Confront unauthorized persons for questioning, rerouting or detaining them as appropriate and issuing verbal trespass warnings to people not on school premises for legitimate reasons; call for assistance as needed
Report any inappropriate activities or unauthorized persons on or around schools
Escort students as may be required to ensure students are at appropriate locations
Resolve student conflicts safely and professionally, making referrals involving student misconduct as appropriate
Assist other personnel as required to ensure a safe, efficient, and effective work and learning environment
Offers observations that will improve and safeguard the schools
Excellent Time and Attendance required
Qualifications
A current New York State security guard license is required
Possesses a valid F07 - Certificate of Fitness for Fire and Emergency Drill Conductor (within the first 90 days of employment)
Minimum of two years experience or security experience in a school setting or substantial contact with youth in a recreational setting
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions, inquiries, and complaints
Courtesy, professionalism, and respect when dealing with others
Ability to react well under pressure, handle multiple demands at one time, work with frequent interruptions
Human relation skills to resolve confrontation, affect the behavior of others, and convey a positive image of the school
Ability to observe accurately, recalling faces, names, descriptive characteristics, and facts of incidents and places.
Ability to administer first aid in emergencies (training will be provided)
Sensitivity to cultural differences among individuals and groups of persons
Excellent time and attendance required
NYS Fingerprint Clearance
Working hours depend on the specific position, which is full-time. Certain days of the year may require the guards to change or modify their hours. All employees are expected to exhibit flexibility with their schedule and dress in uniform/uniform color at all times of service
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries
Primary and Secondary Education
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