Security Officer (Prospective)

Education/Certification: TEA certification requirements High School Graduate or GED or College Degree Texas Department of Public Safety Private Security Bureau license preferred Police Military, Institutional training (adult, juvenile) preferred Must hold a current valid Texas Class "C" driver's license Special Knowledge/Skills: Demonstrate ability to work effectively with youth as well as adults Demonstrate ability to write an effective, correct and legible incident report in English Bilingual preferred

Experience: Five years of experience as a security officer or a police officer, preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties: Patrol and supervise hallways, rest rooms, entrance ways, parking lots, driveways, and other areas of the school. Monitors campus surveillance cameras. Report rule violations and offenders to school administrators. Monitor campus pedestrians and vehicular traffic day or night. Work with Police Officer to keep the building clear of people not on official school business. Inspect all doors, windows, parked cars or any suspicious conditions. Stop disturbances and undue distractions on school grounds. Assist law enforcement officers and complete affidavits as necessary. Participate in training and orientation as required. Confer with Police Officers on matters of concern, and notify authorities of any situation requiring attention. Prepare written reports of incidents, keep current on school laws and policies which affect students and staff. Officer may be reassigned at anytime as needed by the Chief of Police. Performs all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or to others. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions: Mental Demands/ Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Reading; ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written), emotional control; exhibit rapid mental decision making ability to defuse disturbances or distractions Strenuous walking, standing, lifting, and or climbing, ability to operate a motor vehicle Ability to control sudden violent or extreme physical acts of others and exhibit rapid mental and muscular coordination; may be subjected to adverse and hazardous conditions; work outdoors in varying climate conditions