Building Security

South Bend Community School Corp•South Bend, IN

3d•$20

About The Position

The Building Security position is responsible for maintaining order and discipline, preventing crime, investigating student code violations of school board policies, and detaining students who violate the law or school board policies on school property or at school-sponsored events. The role helps ensure the safety, security, and welfare of students, faculty, staff, and visitors at the assigned school, and assists administrative staff in enforcing building-level policies and procedures for safe and orderly schools. Duties are normally performed inside a school or classroom environment and outdoors in all weather conditions. The position reports to the Building Principal and has a salary range stated as 20.00. The contract length is the school year.

Requirements

High school diploma, with some experience or training in a security-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the stated knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Knowledge of and ability to apply standard security procedures and best practices.
Ability to learn School Board policies and procedures and Student Rights and Responsibilities.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Basic skills using Microsoft Office programs.
Excellent human relations skills.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 25 lbs.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, and use close vision; stand and/or walk for extended periods; operate a two-way radio microphone and keyboard; use a lock and key; hear and understand speech at normal levels; speak clearly; articulate information during emergencies; use physical agility and strength to defend oneself and detain people using force if necessary; and observe and comprehend student movement.

Nice To Haves

Security experience in a public school setting.
Completion of college-level courses in security, psychology, emergency management, or criminal justice.

Responsibilities

Patrol and monitor assigned school buildings, grounds, and parking lots to deter, detect, report, and stop violations of law or school board policies.
Detect, investigate, and report unauthorized or suspicious people, vehicles, and activities.
Assist administrators and staff during crisis and emergency situations.
Supervise and direct pupil movement.
Notify the supervisor, administrative staff, police, fire department, or other appropriate authorities about security or emergency situations.
Conduct searches, including locker searches, when directed.
Investigate student violations of school board policies and prepare reports of findings.
Work with school administrators and law enforcement to handle serious student offenses and violations of law.
Testify in court and at School Board Disciplinary Control Panel hearings when required.
Assist with fire drills and other emergency building evacuations.
Supervise classroom behavior in place of faculty.
Maintain security records, logs, and reports.
Attend and successfully complete staff development training as required by state law or directed by the Public Service Department.
Follow Public Service Department guidelines, directives, and post orders.
Read and respond to email communications.
Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor, principal, or another appropriate administrator.