Security - Corporal

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ROLE AND PURPOSE:

The District Security Corporal is responsible for assisting law enforcement and handling Security related matters at District facilities as outlined in the Texas Penal Code, Texas Education Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, District's Board Policy, Management Guidelines, Departmental Rules and Regulations, and as directed by the Security Manager/Director. The District Security Corporal is responsible for working cooperatively with the school administration, students, staff members, other District Security team members, and officers from all law enforcement agencies to maintain positive campus security and a safe and secure campus environment.

Filling in for the Security Dispatcher(s) is required of which you are required to process and prioritize incoming calls for AISD, Security, Fire, EMS, and Security assistance. The Security Dispatcher(s) performs a full range of radio and telephone operational duties in this 365, 24/7 department and is under general supervision, performing work of routine difficulty in the operation of a central alarm station using computers, cameras, and various communications equipment, initiating proper response for emergency and non-emergency situations and relay through security radio and/or phone communication. In some situations, the Security Corporal will serve as a first line supervisor in the absence of other Security Department Supervisors or Administrators.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or GED; college hours (preferred)
• Currently has, or can obtain, a TX DPS-PSB Level II License or higher

Experience:

• Security or Related Experience; Minimum 1 Year
• Have and maintain minimum standards including but not limited to possessing a valid Texas driver's license, good driving record, clean background, good punctuality, attendance, and work ethic
• Must be available and capable of working any shift, which includes nights, weekends, and holidays, as assigned.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Knowledge of policies and procedures of the Arlington Independent School District (AISD), the AISD Security Department and the position assigned.
• Excellent knowledge of standard security enforcement procedures and the regulations and laws relating to school district policy and procedures, including building intrusion and trespassing.
• Knowledge of dispatching policies and procedures relative to security or law enforcement; computer systems, multi-line telephones and related electronics.
• Specialized knowledge of effective security patrol techniques
• Detail oriented
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability and willingness to be a team player
• Be neat in appearance, have a pleasing personality and work well with people
• Capable of maintaining good relationships with the public, students, faculty and staff
• Capable of assisting staff and students in a courteous and efficient manner
• Experience working with students preferred
• Be self-motivated, able to work under pressure and able to take personal feelings away from the office
• Discretion and confidentiality are a must due to the sensitive information in the department and are you are required to maintain these
• Knowledge of sentence structure and of word usage
• Skilled in reading comprehension and proofreading
• Knowledge of basic mathematics
• Capable of operating a computer and printer
• Capable of exercising good judgment, especially under potentially dangerous conditions
• Capable of effective English communicate both verbally and in writing; Bilingual is a plus
• Capable of maintaining records and to write offense reports in English that could be used by the law enforcement agencies and courts
• Capable of performing exterior patrolling without the use of an automobile which may require crossing areas which are without sidewalks or not paved and may be poorly lit
• Sufficient mobility and dexterity to respond quickly to situations which may involve measures to detain individuals who are running away
• Sufficient strength to restrain offenders using AISD acceptable and approved techniques.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Patrol the District and provide security services to individual facilities, students, and staff.
• Operate a District vehicle and patrol school property or an assigned area to deter criminal offenses such as fire, burglary, theft, vandalism, and other unauthorized activities.
• Investigate offenses that occur within the District.
• Collect evidence.
• Enforce regulations for and on District school buses.
• Perform possibly physically strenuous activities required to identify, detain, and apprehend offenders, and file appropriate charges with the local police department.
• Respond to burglar and fire alarms as dispatched, investigate cause of alarm and notify the on duty Dispatcher regarding your findings.
• Investigate suspicious persons in and around schools.
• Report the misuse of buildings and property belonging to the District.
• Enforce the general laws of Texas within the District's jurisdiction.
• Enforce all applicable sections of the Texas Education Code.
• Assist Texas Peace Officer(s) and other Emergency Agencies.
• Assist with traffic control on AISD properties, during athletic events, school closings, school openings, or any other event/location deemed necessary to ensure the safety and welfare of students and staff
• Provide crisis response to schools and facilities.
• Perform security inspections of buildings which consist of manual (foot patrol) checks of all exterior doors and windows and promptly reporting any breach in security to the AISD Security Dispatcher.
• Maintain awareness of District activities occurring on school property after hours and perform special patrols during those events.
• Conduct intrusion system transmission tests for each school as assigned and report the results to the AISD Security Dispatcher and on your short ‟Daily Incident Report".
• Report any road and weather conditions that may affect, disrupt or require a change in the transportation schedules or routine operation of the District.
• Perform routine daily security patrol car pre-check services (gas, oil, tires, ) to ensure a proper function and maintenance of assigned Security Vehicle.
• Maintain accurate daily logs and reports; speak clearly over the radio.
• Perform central alarm monitoring and dispatching as assigned
• Provide surveillance of the parking lot areas and protect the vehicles and their contents.
• Provide surveillance of the campus in order to deter disruptive and/or criminal activities.
• Monitor vehicles entering and leaving campus parking lots.
• Screen and assist outsiders entering the campus.
• Deter or prevent trespassing and loitering on or near the campus.

II. SECURITY ADMINISTRATION SERVICES:

• Assist other law enforcement agencies on campus as needed or when requested.
• Investigate violations of the AISD rules and regulations when requested by AISD administration.
• Participate in administrative hearings concerning alleged violations.
• Provide Security services at AISD sponsored events, on or off campus.
• Promptly refer non-school related criminal incidents to the proper agency having jurisdiction.
• Assist in enforcing applicable items from the student handbook as requested by the Campus Administrator.
• Establish a positive working relationship among students, staff, and the community.
• Provide Security related services at AISD functions as assigned by your Sergeant and/or the Security Manager/Director, or his/her designee.
• Be available to work overtime as assigned by your Sergeant and/or the Security Manager/Director, or his/her designee.
• Be available for "call out" or emergency situations for AISD.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your Sergeant and/or the Security Manager/Director, or his/her designee.

III. REPORTING:

• Identify, locate, and report security problems or potential security problems.
• Prepare a written report of each incident or relevant observation that occurs on campus.
• Appear in court as a witness whenever summoned.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

IV. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

V. EQUIPMENT & SOFTWARE SKILLS:

• Patrol vehicle and/or golf cart
• Two-way radios, CCTV system, security / fire alarm monitoring computers
• Common office machines

VI. WORKING CONDITIONS:

MENTAL DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Operate a motor vehicle.
• Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping for long periods of time
• Motion: Moderate walking
• Lifting: Regular lifting and carrying (50 pounds)
• Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise. Irregular work shifts and hours.
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress, with frequent interruptions.

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