Job Details

Position Type:

Temporary

Date Posted:

10/2/2024

Location:

OPERATIONS

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Bargaining Unit: TEMP

Work Year: Saturday and Sunday, plus all Holidays

Work Day: 2pm to 10pm or 10pm to 6am

Salary: $20 per hour

Job Summary

The Temp Security Technician routinely patrols Anchorage School District property to prevent vandalism and burglary, assists in arming security systems, investigates issues, and implements board policy relating to security.

Job Requirements

The following are required:

* A high school diploma or equivalent.

* The individual must have a clean driving record and be readily able to locate and drive to any and all ASD facilities with either a district-provided or personal vehicle.

* The individual must be able to readily enter and egress vehicles and buildings, perform facility walk-throughs and inspections, etc.

* This position requires the wear of distinctive security officer clothing, to be provided at the employee's expense.

* Must have knowledge of office procedures and responsibilities.

* Must be able to maintain a neatly and legibly written daily log of activities.

* Must have the capability to prepare and interpret written instructions and reports, and to write clear and concise correspondence, memoranda, and reports.

* Must have the knowledge of and experience with computerized security alarm systems as well as single-line facility layouts for purposes of identifying breach points, sources of trouble, etc.

* Must be able to train others in the use of computerized security alarm systems.

* Must be able to perceive and react to possible problems in the field.

* Must be willing to work variable and flexible hours, day or night, including weekends and holidays.

* Must be able to remain alert and work well under stress.

* Must have the ability to operate a Windows computer and Microsoft Office Professional software.

Note: This position does not require and does not allow for the carrying of displayed or concealed weapons. Weapons are not permitted in school buildings or on school grounds, except as allowed for sworn law enforcement personnel such as officers with the Anchorage Police Department.

Essential Job Functions

* Implements Anchorage School Board policies as they pertain to security operations.

* Receives alarm calls from monitoring agency and determines and initiates appropriate response, whether by self, the security company, or the Anchorage Police Department.

* Provides routine patrolling of ASD property to prevent vandalism and burglary.

* Assists ASD custodians and others in resolving alarm system arming problems.

* Checks out late-to-close situations at ASD facilities.

* Investigates vandalism, theft, and break-ins. Works with local law enforcement as appropriate.

* Advises the director of Operations and other ASD officials regarding incidents.

* Maintains basic records of all security activities while on shift. Follows up on selected items as requested by supervisors.

* Collaborates with ASD electronic technicians regarding the repair and maintenance of alarm equipment, troubleshooting activities, etc.

* Helps organize and implement high school graduation week security enhancements.

* Helps implement and maintain Camper Host Security Program activities at selected schools.

* Conducts investigations of security complaints originating on ASD property.

* Advises the director of Operations of security problem areas that require special attention.

Physical /Mental Demands

The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.