Security Guards Pool - Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD (TX) : Job Details

Security GuardReports to:Director of SecurityDepartment:SecurityPay GradeMT2 @ 187 daysFunding Source:QualificationsEducation/Certification:High school diploma or GED in EnglishTexas Certified Basic Training for Security Guard Officers (Level II Required and Level III Preferred) Texas Certified Police Officer/DPS Certificate or Pre-Service Correctional Officer's Certificate.Special Knowledge/Skills:Must pass annual testing of Texas Cert. Basic Training for Security Guard OfficersMust comply with District Security Guard Dress CodeMust comply and pass random drug testingBe at least five years older than the average high school seniorsAble to work with campus administrators, staff, and students, treating themcourteously and fairlyDemonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilitiesExperience:To assist in a supervisor capacity in the provisions for the security and protectionof all students, staff, and propertySuch alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Trustees may find appropriate and acceptablePSJA Leadership Skills and ExpectationsIn PSJA ISD, we hire individuals who are expected to embody the Spirit of PSJA and demonstrate these characteristics as they lead others.Positive EngagementWelcomes staff, students, parents, and community as honored members at the district tableBuilds relationships - Builds positive, trusting relationships through frequent interactions which demonstrate care and interest in well-being of all stakeholdersExhibits professionalism- Exhibits awareness and reflection to manage emotions and engage in continuous personal growthModels ethics - Exemplifies the values and priorities of the district through consistent actions and service to stakeholdersCommunicates effectively- Maintains open lines of two-way communication with staff, students, parents, and community to receive input and provide information for engagement with district visionStudent-centered ExcellenceHolds vision and expectations for success for all students and all staffDemonstrates expertise - Possesses up-to-date knowledge and skills to perform organizational role at a high level of competenceEstablishes shared vision - Articulates the school's mission to the community and solicits support in making that mission become a realityImplements plans- Works with all stakeholders to implement vision by establishing goal, monitoring progress, and providing resourcesExpects results - Pursues exceptional results for all students by holding self and others accountable and driving for continuous improvementJoint EmpowermentDevelops and empowers individuals and teams for effective actionPromotes collaboration - Designs organizational structures to promote collaboration and teamwork for distributed leadership throughout the districtInspires Action - Motivates others to take responsible risks and perform at their highest level to support district vision and goalsBuilds capacity - Provides opportunities for growth to ensure all staff build capacity to support district goalsDevelops leaders - Identifies, develops, and places future leaders through rigorous processes and strategic leadership assignmentsAdaptive InnovationMaintains district at the forefront of educational service providersScans Environment - Analyzes and applies understanding of internal organization and external environment to assess and respond to the district's future advancementManages change - Demonstrates courage, initiative, and perseverance in bringing about meaningful change to support the shared visionChampions solutions - Challenges the status quo by collaboratively exploring new and better ways of doing thingsAcknowledges outcomes - Creates a positive environment for growth by celebrating success and learning from failureTechnical Skills, Responsibilities, and DutiesIn PSJA ISD, we hire individuals who demonstrate excellence in these technical areas as they lead others.Major Responsibilities and DutiesPatrols district buildings and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry.Conducts patrol inspections of doors, windows, and gates to determine that they are secure.Confronts unauthorized persons for questioning, routes, or detains them, or calls police for assistance, according to emergency action plan.Sounds fire signal to alert fire department and school personnel in event of fire and assists in extinguishing fire.Reports any unusual conditions or malfunctioning of heating, plumbing, or electrical systems.Patrols school grounds to detect unauthorized persons or vehicles; to check cars for parking authorization; to determine if vehicles are parked in restricted areas, such as near fire hydrants or in driveways; and to check exterior lighting and emergency access routes.Confronts students creating problems and directs them to the office, if necessary.Supervises and directs student parking and campus traffic when students are dropped off and picked up at school.Supervises his/her designed area and keeps in close contact with other security guards.Must attend all training and staff development provided by PSJA ISD Security and Safety Department.Other assigned duties as assigned by Head Security, Director for School Security and Safety, Area Supervisors, Head Security Officer, and Campus Administration.It is the policy of the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD not to discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, national origin or age.This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required