2025-2026SY Substitute Security Guard (Pool)

Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD (TX) • Pharr, TX

239d • $11

About The Position

The Substitute Security Guard is responsible for assisting in the security and protection of all students, staff, and property within the district. This role involves patrolling district buildings and grounds, conducting inspections, confronting unauthorized individuals, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. The position requires effective communication and collaboration with campus administrators, staff, and students, while embodying the values and expectations of the PSJA ISD.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED in English.
• Texas Certified Basic Training for Security Guard Officers (Level II Required and Level III Preferred).
• Texas Certified Police Officer/DPS Certificate or Pre-Service Correctional Officer's Certificate.
• Must pass annual testing of Texas Cert. Basic Training for Security Guard Officers.
• Must comply with District Security Guard Dress Code.
• Must comply and pass random drug testing.
• Be at least five years older than the average high school seniors.
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Patrols district buildings and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry.
• Conducts patrol inspections of doors, windows, and gates to determine that they are secure.
• Confronts unauthorized persons for questioning, routes, or detains them, or calls police for assistance, according to emergency action plan.
• Sounds fire signal to alert fire department and school personnel in event of fire and assists in extinguishing fire.
• Reports any unusual conditions or malfunctioning of heating, plumbing, or electrical systems.
• Patrols school grounds to detect unauthorized persons or vehicles; checks cars for parking authorization; determines if vehicles are parked in restricted areas.
• Confronts students creating problems and directs them to the office, if necessary.
• Supervises and directs student parking and campus traffic during drop-off and pick-up times.
• Supervises designated area and maintains close contact with other security guards.
• Attends all training and staff development provided by PSJA ISD Security and Safety Department.
• Performs other assigned duties as directed by Head Security, Director for School Security and Safety, Area Supervisors, Head Security Officer, and Campus Administration.

Benefits

• $11.50/hour pay rate for 28 hours per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees