Virginia Beach City Public Schools is hiring: Security Assistant in Virginia Bea

Overview

General Responsibilities: Under the leadership of the school building administrator and the guidance of the Office of Safe Schools, the position is responsible for providing protective service work to maintain and enhance the security of students, staff and school property while adhering to established policy and procedures. The position reports directly to the assigned school building administrator.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveillance of school buildings, grounds and activities.
• Patrol hallways, stairwells, restrooms and parking areas throughout the school day; check windows, doors and entrances to secure building(s).
• Maintain a visual of the main entrance; greet, screen, and sign-in all visitors when assignment requires.
• Deter admittance of unauthorized persons to the premises; take appropriate action to assist/escort unauthorized persons from school premises; monitor vehicles entering school grounds.
• Report suspicious conditions or disturbances to administration or lead school security officer.
• Provide security for after-school, evening, and/or weekend activities on an assigned, flexible schedule.
• Escort disruptive students to locations specified by school administration; help to minimize physical confrontations.
• Maintain and operate the electronic visitor management system and alarm sign-in system.
• Monitor closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras and emergency radio; report non-working equipment to administration and lead school security officer.
• Maintain proper functioning of x-ray detection machine; conduct metal detection and x-ray detection screening, as assigned.
• Assist with fire drills and emergency evacuations.
• Supervise students during lunch periods; observe student and/or locker searches, as assigned.
• Assist with the loading and unloading of buses, as assigned.
• Provide security during sports events and other activities, as assigned.
• Perform related work as required.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience
  Required: High School Diploma or GED.
  Preferred: Some experience in working with children. Previous experience in the field of law enforcement or security
• Special Requirements
  Possession of a valid driver's license
  Must be at least twenty-one (21) years-of-age to be eligible for the Virginia School Security Officer Certification
  Must complete and maintain the following training and certifications:
  • Virginia School Security Officer Certification (recertification every two years required)
  • MANDT System Crisis De-Escalation Training (recertification every two years required)
  • Annual Mandatory Employee Training (AMET) (completion annually)
  • Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training (recertification every two years required)
  • Basic First-Aid Training (recertification every two years required)
• Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
  Must have a general knowledge of security practices, procedures, and strategies; ability to recognize and identify activities or situations that may become a problem or emergency; ability to think and respond quickly during emergencies; ability to communicate clearly in oral and written format; ability to interact effectively with students, staff, and the community; and proficiency in the use of CCTV, security software, and other emergency equipment.

Physical Requirements

Must have the use of sensory skills to communicate and interact; frequent sitting, walking, standing, and grasping; occasional bending, stooping, balancing, crouching, fingering, repetitive motion, and reaching. Work involves moderate exposure to extreme temperatures and hazards such as moving vehicles and loud noises. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and over 50 pounds rarely. Requires timely and regular adherence to established work schedules. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential tasks.

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Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

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