Security Assistant - Black Hawk - 1.0 FTE - 26-27 SY

Madison Metropolitan School District•Madison, WI

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is seeking highly motivated and energetic applicants for the role of Security Assistant. This position is crucial in supporting the school principal to provide a safe environment for students and staff in Madison middle and high schools. SSA's receive extensive training in Conflict Resolution Skills, Response to Emergency Situations, First Aid/CPR, and legal matters pertaining to the Student Code of Conduct. They work closely with the Madison Police Department and other emergency responders. MMSD is committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive, aiming to ensure every school is a thriving environment where every student graduates ready for college, career, and community. The district serves a diverse student population and seeks staff who will contribute to a welcoming environment for all.

Requirements

Must be highly competent and committed to student success and safety
Must be able to work well under stress and to react appropriately in emergency situations
Experience working cross-culturally and/or commitment to work toward improving one's own cultural competence, i.e., valuing difference/diversity, recognizing personal limitations in one's skills and expertise, and having the desire to learn in these areas
Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment physical
Must be able to successfully pass a comprehensive background check
Must be able to write accurate and complete reports
Possess a valid Wisconsin driver's license and the availability of properly insured vehicle
Training and experience related to crisis intervention and emergency medical procedures
CPR/AED certification required
Ability to work in a diverse work environment
Work requires walking, running, lifting, climbing, bending, reaching and kneeling
Ability to work effectively with students, staff and the community
Ability to effectively quell physical and verbal altercations between students, staff or the public
Excellent communication skills

Nice To Haves

Prior security experience
Knowledge of the juvenile justice system

Responsibilities

Assists in the maintenance of order, including the utilization of crisis intervention techniques to control situations
Assists in conducting investigations and cooperates with law enforcement personnel when necessary
Reports and documents incidents as directed by school Principals and the Security Coordinator in and around the school building and grounds
Renders First Aid as needed
Intervenes in altercations between students, staff or the public, as needed, to maintain safety and security
Participates in emergencies such as fire, evacuation, lockdown and tornado drills
Testifies at hearings, as needed
Provides guidance to students regarding support services that are available
Establishes and maintains contact records, documentation of observations and a daily log of activities
Provides supervision at school sponsored bus trips, athletic events, as needed
Assists in controlling and identifying loiterers, trespassers and other unauthorized people
Produces reports regarding school incidents as directed
Assists in the enforcement of the MMSD Conduct and Discipline Code and other school regulations
Coordinates efforts with the Madison Police Department Officers, Educational Resource Officers and Detective Liaison and those assigned to perform hallway supervision
Compiles and summarizes monthly and year to date reports
Patrols parking lots, school grounds, hallways, stairwells, doorways, rooms, storage areas and offsite locations as directed
Becomes knowledgeable on the proper functioning of all security equipment and assists the Principals and the Security Coordinator as directed with the use of the equipment
Performs other duties as assigned related to a safe school environment
Other related duties as assigned