Chicago Public Schools
Part Time Security
Chicago Public Schools, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Reports to:
Security Supervisor/Principal
Purpose of the Position:
Part Time Security Officers are responsible for the overall safety and security of the school and serve as a key member of the security team.A calm, structured, and positive learning environment is top priority for the security team.Security personnel actively engage in supporting students in order for them to be successful in the classroom and school community.The role of a security officer is physically demanding as they are the first line of defense to defuse and de-escalate student misconduct and/or serious incidents and must respond urgently.
Principal Accountabilities & General Responsibilities:Fulfill duties associated with the post assigned as part of the school's comprehensive security plan; maintain an orderly post and remain at the post at all times unless otherwise directed by a supervisorActively respond to incidents, fights or other issues in the school that threaten the safety of students, staff, and/or guests utilizing Safety Care skills up to and including momentary physical intervention if warranted by the safety riskFulfill duties assigned related to Hall SweepsPatrol (foot or mobile) and monitor school property for unauthorized persons.If needed, redirect or escort from propertyReport unusual activity or suspicions of safety issues to the Security Supervisor or administration in a timely fashionComplete proper documentation related to incident reports and misconduct reportsProduce and deliver reports to show progress against key metricsAssist with the organization and distribution of student lockers and locker searchesMonitor school grounds and school entrances to ensure only authorized personnel and authorized visitors access the school ; if assigned to the main entrance, ensure all guests follow visitor protocol and triage visitor requestsActively participate in professional development training to ensure ongoing growth and to advance skillsAs assigned, monitor the student entry and dismissal process to ensure safetyBuild positive and professional relationships with students and leverage those relationships to establish and maintain productive and safe learning environments and common areas of the buildingExercise dignity and respect when interacting with students at all timesLead efforts to de-escalate inappropriate student behaviors and assist students with maximizing their time on task in classroomsServe as a primary participant in emergency response during crisis situations including but not limited to fire, tornado and active shooter incidentsKey Performance Indicators
Meeting school's expectation for school-wide average attendanceMeeting school's expectation for reduction in serious misconductsStakeholder perception of a safe school climate and cultureAdherence to CPS Office of Safety and Security Accountability StandardsQualifications/Skills:
High school diploma or GED requiredA minimum of 2-3 years of highly successful related experienceMust be an active, sworn Chicago Police Officer with a minimum of 2-3 years experience with CPDMust be able to stand for long periods of time (up to 8 hours) and quickly ascend/descend stairsKnowledge of the CPS Student Code of ConductKnowledge of basic methods of providing site security and safetySolid attendance and punctualityExperience with CPS technology systems utilized for school safety processes (i.e. camera systems or entry screening systems)Ability to work with adolescents in maintaining a positive and safe school cultureAbility to read and adhere to written and oral instructionsProficient with teamwork and collaborating with colleagues and administrationExhibit passion and the ability to thrive amidst change and challenging conditions while maintaining a positive outlook and forward looking perspectivePossess an attuned appreciation for cultural awareness and competency and a staunch commitment to continuously develop insight and proficiencies related to such mattersTakes personal responsibility for mistakes and learns from them, while consistently following up with analysis and corrective actionDemonstrated ability to keep up with fast paced environments and to multi-taskSound judgment and ethical practiceCommitment to social justice and restorative justice practicesStrong oral communication skills, human relations and interpersonal skillsAbility to write incident reportsImpeccable attendance and punctualitySuccessful completion of CPS Security Training curriculum with associated certificationsSuccessful completion of CPS physical fitness skills assessment
Security Supervisor/Principal
Purpose of the Position:
Part Time Security Officers are responsible for the overall safety and security of the school and serve as a key member of the security team.A calm, structured, and positive learning environment is top priority for the security team.Security personnel actively engage in supporting students in order for them to be successful in the classroom and school community.The role of a security officer is physically demanding as they are the first line of defense to defuse and de-escalate student misconduct and/or serious incidents and must respond urgently.
Principal Accountabilities & General Responsibilities:Fulfill duties associated with the post assigned as part of the school's comprehensive security plan; maintain an orderly post and remain at the post at all times unless otherwise directed by a supervisorActively respond to incidents, fights or other issues in the school that threaten the safety of students, staff, and/or guests utilizing Safety Care skills up to and including momentary physical intervention if warranted by the safety riskFulfill duties assigned related to Hall SweepsPatrol (foot or mobile) and monitor school property for unauthorized persons.If needed, redirect or escort from propertyReport unusual activity or suspicions of safety issues to the Security Supervisor or administration in a timely fashionComplete proper documentation related to incident reports and misconduct reportsProduce and deliver reports to show progress against key metricsAssist with the organization and distribution of student lockers and locker searchesMonitor school grounds and school entrances to ensure only authorized personnel and authorized visitors access the school ; if assigned to the main entrance, ensure all guests follow visitor protocol and triage visitor requestsActively participate in professional development training to ensure ongoing growth and to advance skillsAs assigned, monitor the student entry and dismissal process to ensure safetyBuild positive and professional relationships with students and leverage those relationships to establish and maintain productive and safe learning environments and common areas of the buildingExercise dignity and respect when interacting with students at all timesLead efforts to de-escalate inappropriate student behaviors and assist students with maximizing their time on task in classroomsServe as a primary participant in emergency response during crisis situations including but not limited to fire, tornado and active shooter incidentsKey Performance Indicators
Meeting school's expectation for school-wide average attendanceMeeting school's expectation for reduction in serious misconductsStakeholder perception of a safe school climate and cultureAdherence to CPS Office of Safety and Security Accountability StandardsQualifications/Skills:
High school diploma or GED requiredA minimum of 2-3 years of highly successful related experienceMust be an active, sworn Chicago Police Officer with a minimum of 2-3 years experience with CPDMust be able to stand for long periods of time (up to 8 hours) and quickly ascend/descend stairsKnowledge of the CPS Student Code of ConductKnowledge of basic methods of providing site security and safetySolid attendance and punctualityExperience with CPS technology systems utilized for school safety processes (i.e. camera systems or entry screening systems)Ability to work with adolescents in maintaining a positive and safe school cultureAbility to read and adhere to written and oral instructionsProficient with teamwork and collaborating with colleagues and administrationExhibit passion and the ability to thrive amidst change and challenging conditions while maintaining a positive outlook and forward looking perspectivePossess an attuned appreciation for cultural awareness and competency and a staunch commitment to continuously develop insight and proficiencies related to such mattersTakes personal responsibility for mistakes and learns from them, while consistently following up with analysis and corrective actionDemonstrated ability to keep up with fast paced environments and to multi-taskSound judgment and ethical practiceCommitment to social justice and restorative justice practicesStrong oral communication skills, human relations and interpersonal skillsAbility to write incident reportsImpeccable attendance and punctualitySuccessful completion of CPS Security Training curriculum with associated certificationsSuccessful completion of CPS physical fitness skills assessment