Part-time Security Guard - Evenings & Weekends

PURPOSE & SCOPE

Under the supervision of the Principal, the Part-Time Security Guard helps maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for students, employees, visitors, and school property.  They are responsible for monitoring and patrolling campus facilities, assisting with security operations during extracurricular events, enforcing school safety policies, responding to emergencies, and reporting security concerns in a timely manner.

The Security Guard supports the mission and values of Catholic education by treating all members of the school community with dignity, respect, and professionalism while promoting an atmosphere conducive to learning, faith formation, and student well-being. The position requires sound judgment, strong observation and communication skills, the ability to remain calm in stressful situations, and flexibility to work primarily evenings, weekends, and special events,  The Security Guard works collaboratively with school administration, staff, local law enforcement, and emergency personnel to help ensure the safety and security of the campus community while adhering to all school, Diocese of Phoenix, and applicable legal requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

Spiritual Leader 

• Strives to achieve the mission, philosophy, and goals of Catholic education.  

• Promotes Gospel values and upholds doctrinal teachings of the Catholic Church. 

• Promotes an atmosphere and environment based on Catholic faith, traditions, and virtues. 

• Provides opportunities for students to be prepared for life in today’s Church and society.  

• Articulates and gives evidence of Catholic living by the witness of their lives. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Observe and monitor people’s behavior and recall details accurately. 
• Ensure all doors and gates are secured.
• Monitor assigned areas during after school and weekend events such as sporting events, fundraising events, etc.
• Monitor and respond to student behavior in accordance with school’s policies. 
• Guard against unauthorized people or materials from entering campus. 
• Respond to emergency incidents and security requests in alignment with the school’s Emergency Operations Plan and school policies. 
• Contact appropriate internal and external parties in the event of an emergency. 
• Prevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities, reporting trespassers. 
• Complete logs and reports of emergencies, student behavior, etc. 
• Maintain relationship with local law enforcement. 
• Work flexible hours including mostly evenings and weekends. 
• Performs any other job-related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the principal. 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 

• Must be in good physical condition. 
• Has skills in communication, creativity; use good judgment in handling different personalities and emerging situations. 
• Must have ability to observe and actively listen in assessing situations. 
• Must have proficiency in good communication skills with both children and adults. 
• Must have a positive attitude in crisis situations. 
• Exercise judgment and make decisions as to appropriate action under pressure in accordance with school policies. 
• Use and properly care of emergency equipment. 
• Demonstrates personal self-discipline, is adaptable and flexible in routine and unexpected situations. 
• Has strong initiative and problem-solving skills. 
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of child psychology. 
• Ability to work in a team setting. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED 

• Must demonstrate personal self-discipline, be adaptable and flexible in routine and unexpected situations. 

• Must use good judgment in daily encounters. Must use verbal and written language correctly. 

• Must demonstrate an appropriate sense of humor. 

• Must demonstrate knowledge and understanding of good teaching techniques and child psychology. 

• Must maintain appropriate grooming and dress as stated in the faculty handbook. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to stand for periods of time outside in the heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The position will require some evening and weekend hours. 

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. 

EVALUATION 

The performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with the procedures developed by the Diocese of Phoenix and Notre Dame Preparatory under the direction of the Chaplain, Principal, Assistant Principals and Dean of Faculty. 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT 

This is a part-time position, paid hourly. The Leadership Committee, under the guidance of the Diocese of Phoenix establishes base salaries and stipends. A schedule of mandatory days and extra responsibilities is provided prior to the start of the new school year. 

Minimum Qualifications:  

• High School Diploma or equivalent. 
• Must be 25 years of age. 
• Must be CPR and AED certified. 
• Current Arizona Driver’s License. 
• Provide IVP fingerprint card. 
• Continued training on Emergency Management. 
• Minimum 1-3 years’ experience as a Security Guard, Police Officer, Military Police Officer or a related experience. 
• Completed Safe Environment Training and signed the Code of Conduct. 
• Has a basic understanding of Roman Catholic teaching.