Security Patrol

Job OverviewThe Security Patrol responds to fire and security alarms in all Loudoun County Public Schools buildings; patrols the interior and exterior of school buildings and grounds; reports vandalism and trespassers; performs regular tests on security alarms; instructs/assists school staff with arming and disarming alarms; performs building fire watch as needed; works with law enforcement as needed; and performs related work as required.Roles And ResponsibilitiesThe following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; work may differ and other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate.Patrols LCPS owned facilities to detect and deter criminal and/or unsafe activities include checking exterior and interiorResponds to alarms at LCPS facilities, includes setting/resetting security alarms and assisting the fire department in determining the cause of false fire alarmsAssists school personnel with securing buildings, setting alarms as neededReports criminal and/or unsafe activities to the appropriate entity as well as the Safety and Security Department. Criminal/suspicious/unsafe activities that require immediate response will be reported via radio to LCPS Transportation dispatcherLiaises with responding to public safety personnel in the event of an alarm or incidentPerforms “fire watch” in the event of fire alarm malfunction at a schoolQualificationsBelow are the minimum qualifications for this job. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are also acceptable.EducationHigh School Diploma or GEDExperiencePrior security and/or law enforcement is highly desirableLicenses and CertificationsMust hold valid driver’s licenseKnowledge, Skills And AbilitiesRelates well with public and school staffGood oral and written communication skillsDemonstrates organizational skillsPhysical RequirementsThe following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this job:RareOccasionalFrequentRegularLift or move 26-50 poundsXLift or move more than 50 poundsXClimb/Descend (ladders, scaffolding, ramps, poles, etc.)XBalanceXStoopXKneelXCrouch/ SquatXCrawlXReachXStandXSitXWalkXPushXPullXBend/turn/twist head or neckXBend/turn/ twist waistXManipulate (pick, pinch, etc. with fingers)XGraspXFeelXTalkXHearXSeeXRemain stationaryXTravel by footXTravel by transportXRepeat hand/arm, wrist/finger motionXRepeat leg/ foot/ toe/ ankle motionXOperate motor vehicleXWear protective equipmentXRareOccasionalFrequentExtreme heatXExtreme coldXXInclement weatherXIntense noiseXFumes, odors, dust, gasXChemicals, bodily fluids, infectious diseasesXInadequate lightingXHeightsXChallenging physical interactions (biting, hitting, throwing objects, encroaching, etc)XChallenging verbal interactions (offensive language, shouting, threats, etc)XEssential Personnel DisclosureEmployees who perform the responsibilities of this job are considered essential personnel. Essential personnel are designated employees who must report for work during a delay or emergency situations. A workplace emergency is an unforeseen situation that threatens the staff, pupils, or the public; disrupts or shuts down business operations; or causes physical or environmental damage. Emergencies may be natural or manmade. It is incumbent upon the supervisor to inform and confirm which essential personnel are required to work during emergency closings. Notification and confirmation of the expectation of essential personnel to report to work, or maintain as-needed status, will be executed with as much advanced notice as possible via in-person communication or email. Reports To: Coordinator, Security Operations CenterFLSA Status: Non-ExemptMonths/Days/Hours: 12 months/254 days/8 hoursSalary: Scale B/Universal - Non-exempt Level 7Salary Range: $26.04-$33.50Salary Scale: https://www.lcps.org/compensationRemote Work Eligible: NoUnion Designation: Non-Certified