Campus Security at Plaza Robles High School

Patrol and monitor an assigned campus to maintain order, safety, and security; assure student compliance with school and District policies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Patrol and monitor an assigned campus to maintain order and security; unlock doors and school facilities; monitor lunch areas, walkways, restrooms, and parking lots.
• Respond to classroom calls of disturbance, behavior problems, or related situations; escort students to the office for disciplinary action as necessary; write referrals according to established guidelines.
• Assist in the investigation of illegal activities; search backpacks, cars, and lockers for alcohol, weapons, drugs, drug paraphernalia, and other related articles according to established procedures and District policies.
• Enforce school and District rules, regulations, and policies for the safety and security of students, staff, and property; report unusual activities or unauthorized persons on campus to appropriate personnel.
• Observe students during passing periods between classes, lunch, and break periods; assure timely return of students to class.
• Prevent student conflicts and fights according to established guidelines and intervene as necessary; advise students of consequences if rules are violated.
• Monitor students boarding school buses; assure student cooperation according to school and District rules and regulations.
• Monitor students assigned to after-school work detail.
• Operate a golf cart and two-way radios to communicate with the school office and other security personnel.
• Prevent illegal parking and loitering on school grounds according to established procedures; check vehicles for appropriate parking stickers; write tickets for illegal parking.
• Maintain positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and the community; communicate with students and staff to provide and receive information regarding school activities.
• Assist with setting up and breaking down chairs, tables, and other equipment for assemblies and events as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge and Abilities

• Basic methods of individual and group supervision.
• Basic interests, attitudes, and emotional development of adolescents.
• Skills utilized to maintain positive relationships with students and adults.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Ability to patrol and monitor an assigned campus to maintain order and security in a school setting.
• Ability to assure student compliance with school and District policies and regulations.
• Ability to learn, interpret, apply, and explain policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to perform duties with patience, tact, and good judgment within established guidelines.
• Ability to learn District organization, operations, policies, and objectives.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to observe situations and accurately determine an effective course of action.
• Ability to operate a two-way radio.

Education and Experience

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma or equivalent and experience working with students.

Licenses and Other Requirements

Valid California driver’s license.

Environment

Working Conditions

• Outdoor environment.
• Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
• Adverse weather conditions.

Physical Demands

• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Running.
• Climbing stairs.

Hazards

• Contact with dissatisfied or abusive individuals.
• Possible fights and confrontations.