POSITION TITLE:   Security Guard

JOB LEVEL:            Level 25 starting at $14.38/hour, 9-Month Contract

CLASSIFICATION:  Non-exempt

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:  To provide general supervision to the security staff and delegate security related tasks; to patrol buildings and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism and unauthorized entry; and to assist in the assurance of student safety on campus and during the school day and during special district activities.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:  (essential functions)

• Oversees the assigned security staff and provides direction
• Assists with the evaluation of security guards     
• By example and enforcement, assist with student safety needs by regulating appropriate behavior and enforcing      school policies.
• May be asked to monitor in-school suspension.
• Patrols and inspects doors, windows and gates, school grounds, cars and parking lots.
• Confronts unauthorized persons and questions.  Calls police for assistance according to emergency action plan.
• Prepares reports including documentation for emergencies, vandalism, disturbances, and names of individuals entering in the evening.
• If appropriate - updates travel and maintenance logs for security vehicles.
• Responds to calls for services or emergencies including but not limited to student incidents, burglar alarms, fire      alarms and calls regarding conspicuous persons.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of federal, state, and city laws, rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of district policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of general safety rules and techniques.
• Skill with working with law enforcement and school administration
• Skill in training security guards and other personnel on best practices for safety and security
• Skill in patrolling and monitoring physical areas and people.
• Skill in assuring safety at activities.
• Skill in communicating orally and in writing.
• Skill in performing first aid.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  High school diploma or GED and three (3) years work experience in security or a related field or an equivalent combination or education and experience that provide the required knowledge and skill.  Must meet Arizona Department of Health Services safety and health requirements which include proof of immunity from Measles and Rubella.  Clean fingerprint record from The Arizona Department of Public Safety.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Able to perform the following physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation:  critical sensory requirements include general vision, corrected to 20/20, hear or listen in the normal range (corrected) and speak and give directions clearly.  Able to walk, sit, stand, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, lift (exerting force up to 50 pounds), carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to 125 lbs.

REQUIRED LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:  Arizona Driver’s License and the ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within 60 days of employment.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Maricopa Unified School District 20 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities.  The Maricopa Unified School District 20 is an equal opportunity employer in compliance with title IX of The Education Amendments of 1972 and Sec. 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973