Job Description
Job Description
Job description:
We are seeking a responsible and proactive Security Guard to support our efforts in providing a safe and welcoming campus for all. The position involves monitoring activity, preventing security issues, and responding promptly to incidents in coordination with the Campus Security team.
Responsibilities:
- Screen all visitors at the guardhouse by verifying identity and purpose of visit and use Concierge iPad to issue visitor passes and maintain accurate entry records.
- Announce visitor arrivals to appropriate school personnel using internal communication system.
- Monitor and control access to the school campus and buildings, ensuring only authorized individuals enter.
- Monitor for unusual or suspicious activity and report findings according to established protocols.
- Respond promptly to alarms and incidents, assessing situations and taking appropriate action.
- Conduct regular inspections of premises, ensuring all security measures are in place.
- Report suspicious behavior or incidents to school administration or law enforcement as required
- Assist during emergencies, lockdowns, and drills by securing access points and guiding students, staff, and guiding students, staff, and visitors safely to designated areas.
- Provide assistance during medical emergencies, including administering CPR and first aid when necessary.
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies when required and provide detailed reports on incidents.
- Manage conflicts effectively, utilizing conflict management techniques to de-escalate situations.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Working as a school security guard comes with a high level of responsibility so prospective candidates need to be able to demonstrate:
· Good verbal and written communication skills.
· A polite and approachable manner at all times
· A trustworthy character
· A flexible and responsible approach to the job
· A calm and professional demeanor even under stressful situations
· The ability to be patient regardless of the situation
· The ability to solve problems as they arise
· The ability to follow instructions
· A confident approach and ability to deal with difficult/confrontational people
· The ability to work independently and as part of a team
· The ability to respond positively to stressful situations
· The ability to display ethical and appropriate behavior at work
· A willingness to learn and take training opportunities when offered
Physical efforts to carry out job duties: Must be able to stand for long periods of time and capable of performing all physical requirements
Minimum requirements:
- A minimum of 5 years of security and/or law enforcement related profession, or, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved
- Certification in CPR and First Aid is highly desirable.
- Class D Security guard license from state
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Have a valid driver’s license
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Shift available: Monday-Friday- 7:00 am-3:30 pm
* Must be able to work extended hours based on job requirement
- Must provide Criminal Background Check, and Fingerprint Screening.
Benefits:
· Medical, Dental and Vision
·Life insurance
· Paid vacation
· 401K
· Paid Time Off
Experience:
- Security: 5 years (Required)
Language:
- English (Required) and Spanish (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Class D Security (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Miami, FL 33184 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Complete application- To be considered for this position, candidates must email to request a job application and then submit the completed application along with their resume to:
· Job Type: Full-time position