I.   POSITION TITLE:    Security

School:  Bourgade Catholic High School

Department:                      Student  Services

Grade:                                  8, Exempt

Supervisor:                         Dean of Students

1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Security Guard is responsible for securing the school campus and personnel by patrolling the property and monitoring the CCTV.

2. Duties of the job: Those tasks preceded by an asterisk (*) are essential functions of the job

• Observe and monitor people’s behavior and recall details accurately.
• Ensure all doors and gates are secured
• Monitor assigned areas on campus including the student parking lot, high congregation areas, athletic facilities during events, student restroom areas, etc.
• Monitor and respond to student behavior in accordance with school’s policies.
• Guard against unauthorized persons or materials from entering campus
• Respond to emergency incidents and security requests in alignment with the school’s Emergency Operations Plan and school policies.
• Contact appropriate internal and external parties in the event of an emergency
• Prevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities; reporting trespassers
• Complete logs and reports of emergencies, student behavior, etc.
• Maintain relationship with local law enforcement
• Member of the EOP team
• Performs any other job-related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the principal.
• Work flexible hours including evening and some weekends.

3. Required education and certifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be 25 years of age
• Must be CPR and AED certified
• Current DPS License
• Successfully pass a drug test
• Provide IVP fingerprint card
• Continued training on Emergency Management
• Minimum one year experience as a Security Guard, Police Officer, Military Police Officer or a related experience.
• Completed Safe Environment Training and signed the Code of Conduct
• Has a basic understanding of Roman Catholic teaching

4.  Required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform essential job functions

• Must be in good physical condition
• Must have initiative and problem solving skills; use good judgment in handling different personalities and emerging situations
• Must have ability to observe and actively listen in assessing situations
• Must have proficiency in good communication skills with both children and adults
• Must have a positive attitude in crisis situations
• Exercise judgment and make decisions as to appropriate action under pressure in accordance with school policies.
• Use and properly care of emergency equipment
• Demonstrates personal self-discipline, is adaptable and flexible in routine and unexpected situations
• Has skills in communication, initiative, creativity and problem solving
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of child psychology
• Ability to work in a team setting