Security Specialist

Job Description Security Specialist - 8.0 hours/day @ McFarland Middle School ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provide a safe secure environment for students, staff and guests on campus. Establish and maintain good rapport with students, staff and the community. Help to create and maintain a working relationship with the local police, fire and rescue departments. Assist in the development and implementation of action plans to provide a safe environment and immediate response to imminent threats of violence, criminal incidents, emergency medical incidents, auto accidents and others. Regulate students’ behavior on campus, in cafeterias, restrooms, parking lots and other open areas. Assist with controlling classroom disturbances or acts of defiance; request assistance from school administration and/or police when necessary. Detain students suspected of narcotics, tobacco, or alcoholic infractions. Report to school administration and local, state and federal law‑enforcement agencies, as appropriate, on accidents, incidents and violations of law. Patrol and confront unauthorized persons for questioning; check passes and identification cards as needed. Assist law‑enforcement officers as directed by school administration. Direct traffic and parking on campus; check vehicles for proper parking authorization and determine if vehicles are parked in restricted areas. Follow district policies, administrative rules and regulations. Ensure doors/gates are locked and opened at designated times determined by the principal. Supervise and patrol assigned school activities. Observe and report violations of safety and health codes. Demonstrate problem‑solving and responsible decision‑making skills. Perform other tasks as may be deemed appropriate by the supervisor and/or district. OTHER FUNCTIONS Maintain and project professional appearance as it relates to job performance. Patrol and set up for after‑school events as assigned. Assume fire alarm responsibilities as assigned by principal. Monitor security surveillance equipment to protect facilities and assets. Submit work orders as needed. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Required to stand for prolonged periods of time. Ability to roam campus frequently and consistently to maintain the safety and security of students, staff and visitors. Ability to lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds; must be able to perform tasks requiring moderate to heavy physical exertion. Must be able to work in heat and cold (outside seasonal temperatures). MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school graduate or GED. Basic computer skills and ability to learn new programs as needed. Valid Washington State Driver’s License and complete 5‑year driving abstract (available from Department of Licensing). First aid and CPR training. Ability to work flexible and extended hours. Ability to work well with high school‑age students. Good communication skills and ability to maintain accurate records. Ability to communicate clearly with staff, students, and guests. Ability to follow safe work procedures. Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling student and non‑student records. Ability to identify and professionally react to student misconduct and safety issues. Terms of Employment Starting Date: TBD Hours: 8.0 hours/day; as required/scheduled Salary: Per PSE CBA Schedule A Contracted Days: 188 days Benefits: Benefits and Compensation Information Pay Range: $23.51 to $29.98 per hour Job Details Job ID: 5797425 Position Type: Full‑Time Job Category: Support Staff > Safety/Security Contact Information Brett Getz, Human Resources Coordinator Othello School District Office Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Equal Opportunity Employer Othello School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the BoyScouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and TitleIX Coordinator: Sandra Villarreal, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io Section504 Coordinator: Heidi Wagner, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io Address: 1025 South1stAvenue, Othello, WA99344. #J-18808-Ljbffr