Hourly District Event Security - (Pool Posting, District-Wide)

Position Description

Job Title : Hourly District Event Security

FLSA Exemption Status : Non-Exempt

Classification Group : Hourly

Supervising Position : Security Coordinator

Pay Plan : Hourly

Pay Range : Hourly Wage Rate

Last Updated : 02 / 21 / 2024

JOB SUMMARY : Responsible for providing a safe and secure event environment and acting as a deterrent to unsafe or poor behavior by patrolling the venue, monitoring spectator behavior, enforcing school and District policies, intervening in physical encounters, monitoring security cameras, monitoring visitors, reporting unsafe or unhealthy conditions, and assisting administrators and / or public officials with emergency or investigative situations.

May require varying work hours and days including evenings and weekends. This is a district wide assignment; incumbents will be hired by the District Security and Athletics Departments and assigned to specific site locations but may be re-located at the discretion of the District to meet operational effectiveness and needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : The subsequent duties outline the fundamental operations of the position and exemplify the nature of the tasks carried out.

They do not encompass a comprehensive inventory of the obligations and responsibilities fulfilled in this role. The approximation of frequencies and time allocation percentages are flexible and subject to the requirements of the organization.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Task Descriptions

Frequency

Percentage of Time

• Maintain the safety and security of the event, act as a deterrent to unsafe or poor behavior by providing high visibility throughout the venue;
• walking and surveying common areas, grounds, and parking lots; intervening in verbal and physical encounters among the students;

diffusing hostile situations; and enforcing safe school policies regarding weapons, tobacco, illegal substances, traffic rules, etc.

Daily

Discuss / mediate infractions with spectators, provide written accounts of unacceptable behavior / incidents to administrators.

Report unsafe conditions and potential health and safety hazards to administrators / Incident Command / Law Enforcement.

Daily

May assist site administrators in the investigation of illegal activity within the venue by use of security cameras and performing dangerous substance, weapons, and drug searches.

Assist staff and spectators during crisis situations.

Daily

Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Daily

TOTAL

100%

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS : This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

N / A

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : The minimum prerequisites of formal education, professional work experience, certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, trainings, and other criteria that a candidate must fulfill to be considered for a position.

It is essential that certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, and trainings are fulfilled, valid, and not expired.

• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required
• High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma
• Security, law enforcement, or military experience
• Minimum age of 21 years old
• Racially conscious and culturally competent with the skill, will, capacity, and knowledge to commit to a culture of continuous improvement
• Colorado driver’s license
• Basic knowledge of typical office equipment such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, email, etc.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and various software applications
• Basic knowledge of common radio communication procedures
• Basic organizational skills
• Basic interpersonal relations skills
• Basic public relations skills
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate clearly in a timely manner, using professional demeanor and radio etiquette
• Ability to work alone and collaboratively in a high stress environment using professional manners, following direction and keeping safety at the forefront of every interaction
• Ability to interact with other employees professionally
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job to include HIPAA, HITECH, FERPA, other medical information, and student accommodations
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment and interact positively and constructively with supervisors, staff members, students, the community, other District stakeholders, and first responders
• Ability to display a priority on student safety and customer service to all customers
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS : The physical demands, mental functions, cognitive capacities, and work environment factors required to perform a position’s essential functions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Heavy work strength level (lifting or carrying up to 100 pounds)
• Primarily works outdoors with exposure to rain, snow, and extreme heat or cold
• Typically a very loud noise level
• Prolonged standing / walking
• Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, and climbing
• Frequent lifting, pulling, and pushing
• Speaking and hearing
• Close, distance, color, and peripheral vision
• Visual concentration, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Eye / hand coordination
• Visual concentration
• Good motor skills
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard
• Overhead work
• Rapid reaction to physical changes (e.g., operating equipment, climbing stairs and ladders, and driving vehicles)
• May work evenings and weekends
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule at varying locations, including shift work
• Possible emergency response / reactive environment
• Attired in appropriate uniform as designated by the Director of Safety and Security
• Regular and reliable attendance and punctuality
• Work location is subject to change to meet the requirements of the organization

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS : Formal education, professional work experience, certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, trainings, and other qualifications relevant to the position that are strongly preferred but not mandatory for a candidate to be considered.

• Associate’s degree
• Experience with emergency response
• Experience working in the public sector
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
• CPR / First Aid certification
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification
• FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) 100 certification
• Bilingual (English and additional language)
30+ days ago