What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Security Guard position at Paulding County Schools?
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Job Summary:
The Security Guard is a vital and supportive member of the PCSD team, working collaboratively with educators, support staff, and administration to achieve the shared goal of ensuring all students receive the education they need to succeed both today and tomorrow. This role is performed within a school environment, overseen by the school principal, where teamwork and dedication to student success are paramount.
All staff are expected to fully adhere to the ethical standards set forth by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, continuously demonstrating a strong understanding of the tasks and responsibilities their roles require. Moreover, they must embody the core belief that every action we take is driven by a commitment to the best interests of our students.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title: School Security Guard
Salary Schedule: CLSS
Department: School Safety
Job Code: 449001
Reports To: School Safety Officer
Work Schedule: 184 Days/8 hr.
Grade/Level: A-3
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Primary Function: Ability to patrol school buildings and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry to the campus.
Working Conditions:
Physical Demands:
School environment
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment
Constant traffic
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
Ability to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, feel, talk, hear, crawl, and to read a variety of printed and coded materials
Ability to work indoors and outdoors during all types of weather including hot, cold, rainy, humid, and dry conditions
Ability to lift and transport up to 40 pounds over short distances and short periods of time
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment
Qualifications:
Minimum of high school diploma or GED
Ability to be discreet and confidential
Positive interpersonal skills
The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.
Essential Functions:
Patrol school buildings and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry to the campus
Monitor traffic coming in and exiting school grounds
Monitor students and visitors for suspicious activity or unusual behavior
Coordinate security for athletic events
Patrol school grounds to detect unauthorized persons or vehicles
Patrol school grounds for the purpose of compliance with student parking policies
Patrol school grounds for the purpose of compliance by staff and visitors of parking policies
Work with the principal and other staff to ensure overall safety of students, faculty, staff, and visitors
Greet and direct visitors as necessary
Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee
Applicants will be selected for interview. Please do not contact local schools.
- It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service.
- Vacancies posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days. Emergency vacancies posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days.
- The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States.