Campus Security Specialist

Salary: $20.44 - $26.17 Hourly
Location : Throughout Poway Unified School District, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 26-0053
Site/Dept: District-wide
Opening Date: 08/31/2026
Closing Date: 9/9/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Number of Working Months: 9.5


Description
Applications will be screened and those whose backgrounds best match the requirements of the position will be invited to participate in a competitive examination process which may include any combination of the following: multiple-choice exam and a technical/oral examination. Examination procedures are subject to change as deemed necessary by the Director- Personnel Commission.
PUSD Classification Salary Range: $20.44 - $26.17 per hour

Anticipated Hiring Salary Rage: $20.44 per hour (Step 1) - $24.91 per hour (Step 4)

Limited Term (Substitute) Salary Range: $20.44 (Step 1)

Candidates who pass all of the examination processes are ranked on an eligibility list according to their score(s). Selection for the position will be made from among the top three (3) ranks of candidates. The eligibility list will be used for hiring purposes in other vacancies in the same, or equivalent, job classification and will be active for six (6) months (Merit Rule 50.100.1).
**Most positions in this classification work at Middle School & High Schools between 6 and 7 hours per day, exact shifts may vary. **

*The current vacancies are located at Westview High (Traditional Schedule) and Career Technical Adult Education (CTAE) Campus (Modified Schedule).

• Traditional Schedule - Monday - Friday, 30-35 hours per week, 9.5 months per year
• Modified Schedule - Week 1: Monday - Thursday, 5:45pm - 9:15pm and Saturday 8:30am - 12:30pm. Week 2: Monday - Thursday 5:00pm - 9:30pm
  • *** This alternating schedule may, at times, include not having two (2) consecutive days off***

Classified staff working in this job classification who possess a valid and current 4 year degree or higher AND have passed the CBEST

will automatically be placed at Step 6 of the salary range designated for this classification. You must provide official sealed transcripts sent directly to the Personnel Commission (via email or physical mail). TRANSCRIPTS NOT SENT DIRECTLY TO THE PERSONNEL COMMISSION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED SEALED AND WILL BE UNACCEPTABLE.

Employees assigned to work a regular schedule, 50% or more of the work hours between 5pm and 8am shall receive shift differential pay of 5% of their regular salary. Positions greater than 20 hours per week are benefits eligible.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of an Assistant Principal, patrol and supervise campus activities to assure the well-being and safety of students, staff and visitors in school-site activities; assure student compliance with school and District policies and regulations.

Examples of Duties
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

Patrol and supervise assigned areas of campus, assuring students are safe, orderly, and within supervised areas; assure non-students on campus are authorized visitors; monitor campus perimeter, lunch areas, walkways, hallways, classrooms, gates, restrooms, parking lots and adjacent areas. E
Enforce school and District rules, regulations and procedures; investigate and report unusual, suspicious or criminal activities; detain individuals suspected of illegal or prohibited activity according to established procedures; direct unauthorized visitors off campus. E
Monitor student behavior and activity during passing periods and lunchtime; assure compliance with school rules; prevent or break up student conflicts and fights; investigate and report instances of graffiti and vandalism; prepare student referrals as necessary. E
Escort and direct authorized visitors to desired destinations; provide general information and assistance; direct vehicle traffic as needed; escort delinquent students to and from administration offices; retrieve students as requested by administrators. E
Prevent unauthorized departure of students from school premises; verify off-campus and lunch passes as required; assure students have proper permission slips outside of classrooms during instruction periods. E
Assist with directing and monitoring traffic as needed; assure security of cars on campus; assist in preparing and enforcing parking restrictions and regulations; prepare and process parking citations and warnings. E
Assist in the search of backpacks, cars, clothing and lockers for alcohol, weapons, drugs, drug paraphernalia and other related articles according to established procedures and District policies; confiscate contraband and submit to appropriate personnel. E
Prepare student referrals as appropriate; prepare incident reports; maintain various records related to assigned activities. E
Communicate with District personnel, students and outside agencies to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns. E
Operate a two-way radio, golf cart and other equipment as assigned. E
Provide security at athletic events, dances and other special events as assigned. E
Participate in a variety of other assigned activities such as resolving locker problems, maintaining the lost and found, monitoring unsupervised classrooms, in-school suspension and Saturday school, and implementing disciplinary actions. E
Report and respond to safety, sanitary, fire hazards and maintenance and repair needs to appropriate authority. E
Provide assistance to staff during emergency situations as necessary; administer basic first aid to students and staff as necessary. E
Perform related duties as assigned.

NOTE: At the end of some of the duty statements, there is an "E" which identifies essential duties required of the classification.

Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from high school and demonstrated ability to work effectively with high school students.

*School Security Guard Training (SB1626) with Poway Unified School District must be completed within the first six months of employment or a certificate of completion can be submitted at the time of application.
Supplemental Information
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:

Basic methods of individual and group supervision.

Basic interests, attitudes and emotional development of adolescents.

Oral and written communication skills.

Health and safety regulations.

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Basic record-keeping techniques.

Basic first aid and CPR procedures.
ABILITY TO:

Patrol and supervise campus activities to assure the well-being and safety of students, staff and visitors in non-classroom activities.

Assure student compliance with school and District rules and procedures.

Investigate occurrences of property damage and suspicious or criminal activity.

Learn, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, and policies.

Prevent or break up student conflicts and fights.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Learn to operate a two-way radio, computers, and other assigned equipment.

Maintain routine records related to assigned activities.

Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Observe health and safety regulations.

Administer first aid and CPR.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid certifications provided by American Heart Association, American Red Cross or District approved for First Aid, Adult/Child CPR and AED. Online certifications will be accepted from these vendors as long as a hands-on skills assessment is completed. Recertification to maintain current/valid status is a condition of employment.
WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:

Indoor and outdoor environment.

Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions.

Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Standing and walking for extended periods of time.

Seeing to monitor student activities.

Hearing and speaking to exchange information.

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a vehicle.

Physical agility and stamina.

Running.
HAZARDS:

Potential physical hazards involved in intervening in fights and other anti-social, illegal and violent behavior.

Contact with persons under the influence of dangerous substances or abusive individuals.
The Poway Unified School District (PUSD) is an equal opportunity employer/program and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination Program. PUSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For more information, please contact the Title IX/Equity Compliance Officer, Associate Superintendent of Personnel Support Services, Poway Unified School District, 15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA 92128-3406, View phone number on click.appcast.io.
Poway Unified School District offers an excellent benefits package for eligible contract employees who are contracted for 20 (twenty) or more hours per week.

Benefits include:

• Retirement - CalPERS
• Holidays - 18 paid holidays per year (based on 12-month employment contract)
• Vacation - Starting at 12 days per year for 12-month employees, increasing with length of service
• Sick Leave - 12 paid sick days per year (for 12 working months)
• Medical and Prescription Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Travel Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness/Mental Health Benefit
• Flexible Benefit Plan Options

For further information regarding our benefits, please visit our website at:
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The following supplemental questions will help us determine how well you meet the minimum employment qualification standards for this position. Qualified means that you meet the minimum qualifications found in the job description. Incomplete responses will disqualify your application or reduce the credit given for your qualifications. Respond honestly and truthfully to all questions. Over-evaluating your skill level is considered providing false and/or misleading information. Applicants found to have provided false or misleading information of their skills will be disqualified from further employment processing, or if hired, immediately terminated from employment. Please note: (*) Answering "See Application" or "See Resume" on any of the following questions may result in your application being disqualified from further consideration in the recruitment process. (*) Your related work experience must be clearly shown in the areas for work history on your application. (*) The information provided in answering these questions will be considered in determining whether you will move to the next step and may be used as part of a technical and experience evaluation. (*) I acknowledge that I have read and understood the above statement. (Please initial in the space provided below).
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Describe your experience working with middle and/or high school students. Please be sure to include where and what capacity you earned this experience.(Answering "See Application," "See Resume," or not providing a sufficient response may disqualify your application from further consideration and participation in the recruitment process.)(Note: Any experience listed here MUST be clearly shown in the work history of your application.)
03


Check the box that best describes your experience supervising and monitoring high school aged students, staff and visitors on school campus or similar environment.

• Less than 1 year experience
• 1 - 3 years experience
• 4 - 7 years experience
• 7+ years experience

04


Describe your experience securing, monitoring, and patrolling an assigned area of responsibility/supervision.(Answering "See Application," "See Resume," or not providing a sufficient response may disqualify your application from further consideration and participation in the recruitment process.)(Note: Any experience listed here MUST be clearly shown in the work history of your application.)
05


Check the box that best describes your experience working with teens

• Less than 1 year experience
• 1-3 year experience
• 4-7 year experience
• 7+ year experience

06


Do you possess a current/ valid Adult/ Child CPR/ AED and First Aid Certification issued by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or other EMSA (Emergency Medical Services Authority) approved training program?Only online interactive certifications will be accepted from these EMSA approved vendors if followed by an in-person hands on skills assessment.

• Yes
• No

07


This position requires valid and current certifications provided by American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or other EMSA (Emergency Medical Services Authority) providers for First Aid, Adult/Child CPR and AED. Proof of current certification is required and should be scanned and attached to your application. If you do not have it to submit with your application, you may initial below to indicate that you understand it must be received before you can be added to the Eligibility List.I understand that I must obtain my certification by the time the Eligibility List is established (after testing the exam window closes). I further acknowledge that my application will be disqualified if certification is not received by the deadline set. (Initial in the space provided to acknowledge the requirements).
08


This position requires completion of the SB1626 Training Course within the first six (6) months of employment. Please select your status on this course below:

• I have completed this course
• I am currently enrolled to take this course
• I have not yet enrolled in this course, but understand that it is required within the first six (6) months of employment

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Are you interested in: Part Time (Week 1: Mon - Thurs 5:45pm - 9:15pm AND Sat 8:30am - 12:30pm, Week 2: Mon - Thurs 5:00pm - 9:30pm; 18 hours per week, 9.5 months per year) or Full Time (Mon - Fri 7:30am - 3:30pm, 35 hours per week, 9.5 years per month) (Please note exact shifts may vary)

• Part Time
• Full Time
• Part Time or Full Time

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