Security Guard

Lowell Community Charter Public School • Full-time • Lowell, MA, US • 3d ago

Job Summary:** The School Security Staff at Lowell Community Charter

Public School will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security

of students, staff, and visitors within the school premises. They will

enforce school policies, respond to security incidents, and collaborate

with other staff members to maintain a positive and secure learning

environment. **Responsibilities:**

Monitoring: Patrol school premises regularly to monitor activities

and identify any suspicious behavior or safety hazards.

Security Procedures: Enforce school security procedures, including

visitor check-in protocols, access control measures, and emergency

response plans.

Safety Inspections: Conduct routine inspections of school facilities

to ensure they meet safety standards and report any issues to the

appropriate authorities.

Emergency Response: Respond promptly to security incidents,

including but not limited to medical emergencies, fire alarms, and

disruptive behavior, and take appropriate actions to mitigate risks.

Collaboration : Collaborate with school administrators, teachers,

and other staff members to address security concerns and develop

strategies to enhance school safety.

Conflict Resolution: Mediate conflicts between students or staff

members when necessary and de-escalate tense situations to maintain

a calm and orderly environment.

Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with

school leadership, staff, students, and parents regarding

security-related matters.\

Training: Participate in ongoing training sessions to enhance

knowledge of security procedures, emergency response techniques, and

relevant laws and regulations.

Documentation: Complete incident reports accurately and thoroughly,

documenting any security-related incidents, interventions, or

observations.

Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned by the school

principal or designated supervisor to support the overall

functioning of the school.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor\'s degree preferred).
Prior experience in security, law enforcement, or a related field

preferred.

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate

effectively with diverse individuals.

Ability to remain calm and composed in high-pressure situations.
Knowledge of security procedures, emergency response protocols, and

relevant laws and regulations.

Physical fitness and the ability to perform security duties,

including walking, standing, and occasionally lifting or restraining

individuals if necessary.

Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends,

and holidays, as needed.

Valid driver\'s license and clean driving record (if required to

operate a school vehicle).

Note: The above job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to

change based on the needs of the school and directives from school

leadership.