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Port Jervis City School District

Security Attendant

Port Jervis City School District, Port Jervis, New York, United States

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Date Effective: February 11, 2026

Location: District (PJMS)

Appointment: Probationary

Requirements of Applicants: Completion of high school or equivalent GED; possession of valid diverse license; successful completion of required NYS Security Guard course; successful completion of Handle With Care training (available upon employment.)

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The work involves the responsibility for the security control of buildings, including the orderly flow of visitors to various offices, patrolling an assigned area in order to guard against trespass or damage and routine tasks pertaining to the safety of individuals on school grounds. Requires the exercise of independent judgment under the direct supervision of the Building Principal and Assistant Superintendent for Business.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

Maintains security within and outside the building, makes scheduled rounds of the interior and exterior of the building and observes security conditions;

Receives visitors, answers questions and directs visitors to proper offices; provides information about available services within the building;

Depending on the size of the crowd, enforces order and discipline; maintains observation to prevent acts that could be harmful to students, employees and the general public;

Investigates any disturbances or unusual conditions; maintains communication with local police and supervisor(s) to disturbances and disorders;

Prepares reports of any outstanding disturbances or security conditions and reports to supervisor;

Watches for and reports vandalized property;

Warns violators of rule infractions;

Inspects doors, windows, locks, gates and other security devices.

Participates in student home visits when necessary.

Uses Handle with Care techniques when necessary.

Salary:

$22.84/Hour

Hours:

6 Hours/Day, 182 Days/Year

Benefits:

Paid sick and personal time, NYS Retirement

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