Security Specialist I - 193 Days (2026-2027)

Keller ISD•Keller, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Specialist I monitors and helps ensure effective security measures at assigned school or district facilities, including employee access, building surveillance, and other aspects of building security. The position supports student achievement and district operations by contributing to a safe and secure environment, delivering program support, communicating across teams, and modeling district values and expectations. The role involves guarding school buildings and property, patrolling campus areas, assisting with emergency preparedness, responding to emergencies and disruptive situations, handling unauthorized visitors, and reporting unusual or dangerous circumstances. The specialist works with campus administrators, staff, law enforcement, emergency personnel, students, families, and outside agencies. The role also requires maintaining confidentiality, preparing and securing reports and records, following district policies and safety procedures, participating in ongoing training, and wearing a district-provided uniform. Work is performed on-site at an assigned school or building; remote work is not available.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education.
Valid and clear Texas driver’s license.
Successful related work experience.
Ability to pass random drug screenings and a criminal background check.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position and participate in required ongoing school-district safety training.
Ability to de-escalate situations when possible, remain calm under stress, communicate effectively in writing and verbally, and produce acceptable written reports.
Ability to make sound judgments and reasonable decisions under duress.
Knowledge of NIMS and FEMA protocols, physical security practices, and state and federal requirements related to security and safety in public facilities.
Proficiency with security camera software and computer applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, and report writing.
Strong observational, fact-gathering, and investigative skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Three years of law enforcement, school marshal, military police, or other commissioned peace-officer experience.
Knowledge of the Standard Response Protocol.

Responsibilities

Guard school buildings and property and make prescribed rounds of inspection.
Patrol campus corridors, locker rooms, restrooms, assembly and athletic facilities, gymnasiums, bus loading areas, and other locations to observe student behavior and prevent violations or unsafe activities.
Assist campus administrators with emergency lockdown drills and reviews of the Campus Emergency Operation Plan.
Work with campus and administration officials to promote a safe and secure environment.
Assist staff, police, and emergency personnel with emergencies or disruptive situations.
Intercept and appropriately handle unauthorized visitors.
Notify administrators of emergencies, dangerous situations, or unusual circumstances, including indications of substance abuse, child abuse or neglect, medical conditions, or mental health crises.
Help protect students, staff, and visitors from dangerous threats.
Maintain effective and constructive relationships with campus principals, campus staff, and district staff.
Wear the district-provided uniform and participate in ongoing training and continuing education.
Prepare incident and other requested reports concerning crimes against district property and offenses against district personnel or students.
Provide information to administrators and authorized personnel about opportunities to improve campus and community relations.
Maintain confidentiality and compile, maintain, file, and secure required physical and computerized reports, records, and documents.
Pursue professional development and ensure professional development activities align with district goals, initiatives, and current professional research.
Comply with district policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, directives, the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators, and district safety and emergency procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned.