POSITION: Security Specialist

Job Goals and Responsibilities:

• Directs the flow of traffic as assigned from 25 minutes before the opening of school to 15 minutes after dismissal.
• Directs the flow of traffic as assigned for before school activities as scheduled.
• Set up and remove cones for traffic pattern for a.m. and p.m. traffic.
• Maintains a check on vehicles and persons entering and leaving school grounds. Patrols buildings and grounds to prevent vandalism and unauthorized entry. Directs visitors and volunteers to sign in at the main office.
• Confronts unauthorized persons for questioning with an administrator.
• Assists in the movement of students in an emergency situation.
• Checks and keeps entrance chains across designated areas on an hourly basis.
• Periodically patrols, inspects, and secures doors, windows and gates during the school day.
• Monitors security cameras as directed by the administration.
• Provide training in security and emergency procedures to staff, students, and parents/guardians, as appropriate.
• Reports any unusual conditions on the campus or malfunctioning of equipment on the campus.
• Notifies administrators of any situation requiring immediate or prompt attention.
• Assists school administrators in containing students that are attempting to leave the school grounds.
• Patrols and observes designated play areas to ensure student safety.
• Intervenes in situations involving student safety and informs the teacher on duty or an administrator of the incident.
• Conducts himself/herself in a courteous, professional manner with parents, staff and visitors.
• Maintains a positive, professional relationship with students to develop an atmosphere of trust and cooperation.
• May assist in other duties as assigned by the school administration when the students are not on campus if not attending an orientation or training session.
• Wears a uniform as designated.
• Any tasks the Superintendent or his/her designee may assign.

Qualifications & Skills:

• High School Diploma.
• Ability to work with and/or carry students needing movement or containment.
• Ability to work outdoors for periods of time throughout the day.
• Demonstrates aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities.
• Law enforcement experience strongly preferred
• Connecticut Guard Card required (or able to obtain)
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to patrol the property and access areas quickly.
• Physically able to capture and detain individuals, if necessary.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and monitoring surveillance equipment.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.

Reports to:

• Reports to the District and Safety Security Supervisor
• Evaluation in accordance with the provisions of the Board of Education’s policy governing the performance evaluation of non-certified staff.

Terms

• 183 days, 7.5 hours per day, 5 days per week
• Overtime available, as needed
• Salary and benefits in accordance with the AFSCME Contract and Board of Education policy.

Availability: ASAP

APPLICATION: Please apply online: http://www.applitrack.com/weston/onlineapp/

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Weston Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Weston Board of Education ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identification, transgender status, or disability. The Weston Board of Education has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers, administrators, and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Security Guard or Police: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Guard Card (CT) or Retired Law Enforcement (Required)

Work Location: In person