Part-Time Security Guard

Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Schools

  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 2 months ago
Job Details:The Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix is committed to helping the faithful encounter the living Christ through conversion, communion and solidarity. Established by Pope Paul VI on Dec. 2, 1969, the Diocese of Phoenix is led by the Most Rev. John P. Dolan. More than 1.1 million Catholics make this diverse, vibrant and faith-filled diocese their home. The Diocese of Phoenix engages in the faith formation of the young through Catholic schools by leading them to an encounter with the living Christ and by integrating faith throughout an educational process that promotes academic excellence, moral values and lifelong service. There are 29 Diocesan elementary schools and 6 Diocesan high schools throughout our Diocese.Job Description:Position: Part-Time Security GuardReports to: Coordinator of Security ServicesUpdated Date: June 2025The Part-Time Security Guard is an entry level role that performs a variety of security services for the high school. They will be responsible for the day-to-day security and assistance and coordination of security at events for the high school and helping to coordinate the policing of the campus grounds. The Security Guard is responsible for securing the school campus and personnel by patrolling the property and monitoring the CCTV.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Spiritual Leader
  • Strives to achieve the mission, philosophy, and goals of Catholic education.
  • Promotes Gospel values and upholds doctrinal teachings of the Catholic Church.
  • Promotes an atmosphere and environment based on Catholic faith, traditions, and virtues.
  • Provides opportunities for students to be prepared for life in today’s Church and society.
  • Articulates and gives evidence of Catholic living by the witness of their lives.
Job Description:
  • Observe and monitor people’s behavior and recall details accurately.
  • Ensure all doors and gates are secured.
  • Monitor assigned areas on campus including the student parking lot, high congregation areas, athletic facilities during events, student restroom areas, etc.
  • Monitor and respond to student behavior in accordance with school’s policies.
  • Guard against unauthorized people or materials from entering campus.
  • Respond to emergency incidents and security requests in alignment with the school’s Emergency Operations Plan and school policies.
  • Contact appropriate internal and external parties in the event of an emergency.
  • Prevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities, reporting trespassers.
  • Complete logs and reports of emergencies, student behavior, etc.
  • Maintain relationship with local law enforcement.
  • Work flexible hours including mostly evenings and some weekends.
  • Periodically support facilities and maintenance sta? as needed.
  • Performs any other job-related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the principal.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Must be in good physical condition.
  • Has skills in communication, creativity; use good judgment in handling di?erent personalities and emerging situations.
  • Must have ability to observe and actively listen in assessing situations.
  • Must have proficiency in good communication skills with both children and adults.
  • Must have a positive attitude in crisis situations.
  • Exercise judgment and make decisions as to appropriate action under pressure in accordance with school policies.
  • Use and properly care of emergency equipment.
  • Demonstrates personal self-discipline, is adaptable and flexible in routine and unexpected situations.
  • Has strong initiative and problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of child psychology.
  • Ability to work in a team setting.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
  • Must demonstrate personal self-discipline, be adaptable and ?exible in routine and unexpected situations.
  • Must use good judgment in daily encounters. Must use verbal and written language correctly.
  • Must demonstrate an appropriate sense of humor.
  • Must demonstrate knowledge and understanding of good teaching techniques and child psychology.
  • Must maintain appropriate grooming and dress as stated in the faculty handbook.
PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to stand for periods of time outside in the heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The position will require some evening and weekend hours.The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.EVALUATIONThe performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with the procedures developed by the Diocese of Phoenix and Notre Dame Preparatory under the direction of the Chaplain, Principal, Assistant Principals and Dean of Faculty.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENTThis is a part-time position, paid hourly. The Leadership Committee, under the guidance of the Diocese of Phoenix establishes base salaries and stipends. A schedule of mandatory days and extra responsibilities is provided prior to the start of the new school year.Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be 25 years of age.
  • Must be CPR and AED certified.
  • Current Arizona Driver’s License.
  • Provide IVP fingerprint card.
  • Continued training on Emergency Management.
  • Minimum 1-3 years’ experience as a Security Guard, Police O?cer, Military Police O?cer or a related experience.
  • Completed Safe Environment Training and signed the Code of Conduct.
  • Has a basic understanding of Roman Catholic teaching.

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