School Security Officer

Position: Security Officers Reports to: Building Principal and Security Supervisor Employment Status: Full Time Status: Classified Contract Days: 185 School: High School Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Description: We are seeking a dedicated and vigilant School Security Guard to join our committed team of professionals. As a Security Guard, you will play a vital role in maintaining a safe, orderly, and supportive environment for students, staff, and visitors.

You will be responsible for monitoring buildings and grounds, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and responding promptly and appropriately to situations that may arise throughout the school day. As a member of Garfield Heights City Schools, you should have a genuine commitment to protecting and supporting students in an urban community.

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate strong situational awareness, sound judgment, professionalism, and exceptional interpersonal skills while fostering positive relationships with students and staff. NOTE: The below lists are not ranked in order of importance Essential Job Functions: Ensure safety of students Assist Principal in identifying problems related to building and grounds security Make contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy Maintain respect at all times for confidential information Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parents Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation Maintain district buildings and grounds surveillance during prescribed hours to ensure security Monitor individual's presence on grounds and provide surveillance to discourage vandalism Promote good social relationships between students Check window conditions to note steam or other indicators of problems Check for evidence of water seeping from ground floor doorways and other indicators of a water line break Check for lights in the building other that the normal security beams and other indicators of entry Take reasonable precautions to protect personnel, equipment, materials and facilities Monitor and supervise students Interact with classroom teachers and administrators Assist in upholding and enforcing administrative regulations and Board policy Report acts of vandalism, potential maintenance problems, and indicators of illegal entry, suspicious trespassers, or other potential problems to the following individuals (sequential order of contact depending on nature of situation): Building Principal, Building Custodian, Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds, Police, Fire Department, available Administrator Establish and maintain cooperative relations with others Project a positive public relations image for the district Complies with the concepts outline in Board policies, and administrative instructions issued within the framework of assigned responsibilities Alters surveillance patterns frequently to increase effective presence Makes a minimum of two (2) surveillance checks on all buildings and grounds within the allotted time during an assigned shift Maintain a daily log reflecting the following: start/end odometer readings; building surveillance times; and unusual observations Must be willing to flex time as needed for high profile district after school and night events Provide security coverage and support at school and district community events during assigned hours, including after-school and evening events as scheduled.

Performs other related duties and assignments as assigned by the building principal or designee Other Duties and Responsibilities: Assist with supervision of restroom breaks/lunch Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner Serve as a role model for students Qualifications: One year related experience Appropriate licensing and driving record to safely operate a district vehicle while fulfilling the responsibilities of the position Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to work effectively with others Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing Effective, active listening skills Organizational and problem solving skills Basic training in first aid and CPR Equipment Operated: Security Cameras and Equipment District vehicle Telephone and Two Way Radio About Our District: The Garfield Heights City Schools proudly serve the students and families of the City of Garfield Heights.

Located in Cuyahoga County in Northeast Ohio, our District proudly serves approximately 2,700 students with more than 200 educators, most of whom hold advanced degrees. Garfield Heights City Schools includes three elementary schools: William Foster Elementary, serving Pre-K through Grade 1; Elmwood Elementary School, serving Grades 2�3; and Maple Leaf Elementary School, serving Grades 4�5.

The District also includes one middle school serving Grades 6�8 and one high school serving Grades 9�12. As a product of our community-based strategic planning process completed in 2021, our district's mission is: As the heart of the community, Garfield Heights City Schools fully prepares students to pursue their dreams and give back as engaged citizens and future leaders.

Our vision is to become a premier educational institution, recognized throughout Ohio as fully preparing students to be leaders equipped with real-world skills to contribute to a global society. The Garfield Heights City Schools pride themselves on providing a rigorous and comprehensive Pre-K through 12th-grade educational curriculum focused on student success, college and career readiness, leadership, diversity, and community engagement.

In addition to strong academic programming, the District offers a wide range of extracurricular and enrichment opportunities designed to support the whole child. Students throughout the District have opportunities to participate in competitive athletic programs, student leadership organizations, and an award-winning arts department.

Garfield Heights City Schools proudly offers a strong sports program featuring numerous middle school and varsity athletic teams that promote teamwork, discipline, and school pride. The District's acclaimed performing arts programs include Music Express, marching band, choir, theater, and additional music opportunities that consistently showcase student talent and creativity at the local, regional, and state levels.

Through academics, athletics, arts, and community engagement, Garfield Heights City Schools remains committed to preparing students for lifelong success both inside and outside the classroom. Garfield Heights City Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, genetic information, race, color, age, religion, disabilities, military status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

Application Deadline: Until position has been filled. To Apply: On-line