School Security Attendant I - Kahakai Elementary

Teach In Hawaii•Kailua Kona, HI

38d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs campus supervision by patrolling the school ground during class, lunch period, before and after school hours; Observes and reports on unusual student behavior on campus; Discusses problems with students and encourages them to seek or accept assistance and/or counseling; Ensures the safe and orderly movement of pedestrians and vehicular traffic in and around the school grounds and may supervise and monitor the JPO program; Enforces school rules and regulations by prohibiting student smoking, gambling, fighting, vandalism, etc.; Inspects and patrols playground, bathrooms, assembly areas, cafeteria and other facilities to identify safety and security hazards as appropriate; Directs unauthorized persons and drivers off the school premises observes, assesses, and reports to administrators any concerns and unusual non-student behavior; Assists the school administration and staff with supervision and control at special student activities such as assemblies, pep rallies, athletic events, and dances; Instructs loitering student to proceed to their destination; Assists teaching staff and others in handling overt disturbances; Informs school administrators and others of critical situations which may require police, fire, or other outside assistance; May activate alarm as necessary.

Requirements

Applicants must possess the ability to read, write and understand oral and written English, follow oral and written instructions, and perform simple arithmetic.
General ExperienceSpecialized ExperienceTotal ExperienceLevel I6 Months-6 Months
General Experience: Experience such as administrative, technical, clerical, or other work that involves following written procedures, rules, or regulations in contact with coworkers, supervisors, or members of the public to provide a service, respond to inquiries, obtain information, or provide discretion.
All must be registered as a Guard with the State of Hawaii Board of Private Detective and Guards, in accordance with Act 208, Sessions Laws of Hawaii 2010.

Responsibilities

Performs campus supervision by patrolling the school ground during class, lunch period, before and after school hours
Observes and reports on unusual student behavior on campus
Discusses problems with students and encourages them to seek or accept assistance and/or counseling
Ensures the safe and orderly movement of pedestrians and vehicular traffic in and around the school grounds and may supervise and monitor the JPO program
Enforces school rules and regulations by prohibiting student smoking, gambling, fighting, vandalism, etc.
Inspects and patrols playground, bathrooms, assembly areas, cafeteria and other facilities to identify safety and security hazards as appropriate
Directs unauthorized persons and drivers off the school premises observes, assesses, and reports to administrators any concerns and unusual non-student behavior
Assists the school administration and staff with supervision and control at special student activities such as assemblies, pep rallies, athletic events, and dances
Instructs loitering student to proceed to their destination
Assists teaching staff and others in handling overt disturbances
Informs school administrators and others of critical situations which may require police, fire, or other outside assistance
May activate alarm as necessary

Benefits

Holidays, Personal Leave, and Sick Leave: Many employees enjoy paid holidays, personal leave, and sick leave during the school year provided that all conditions under the respective collective bargaining agreement are met.
Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan.
Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
Premium Conversion Plan: Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.
Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis.
Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits.
Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products.
Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several investment options are available.
Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.
Social Security: As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account.
Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation.
Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining.