Security Guard

Applications will be accepted beginning Wednesday, July 15, 2026 12:00 AM (Central Standard Time).

Job Description

EL CAMPO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Security Guard

Reports To: Principal

Dept./School: Campus Assigned

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Pay Grade: Clerical / Para 4

Days Employed
: 180

Date Revised: November 1, 2018

Provide security and protection for students, personnel, and visitors from physical harm and prevents property loss due to theft or vandalism.

Education/Certification:

High School Diploma or GED

Clear and valid Texas driver’s license

Texas Peace Officer License issued by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement preferred

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Ability to clearly and accurately record information

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to work effectively with youths and adults

Ability to communicate effectively (verbally)

Experience:

Background in law enforcement or related work experience preferred

• Patrol assigned campuses and routes walking or driving within district jurisdiction.
• Monitor student behavior and enforce school rules related to student conduct, vehicle operation, and parking.
• Resolve conflict or confrontation between students and report disturbances to principal or assistant principal.

• Provide traffic control and parking on campus grounds during school hours and at after hours events as needed.
• Maintain and issue student and staff vehicle registration passes and maintain accurate records of registration.
• Work cooperatively with office personnel to inform students and staff of problems with vehicles (i.e., improperly parked, lights on, etc.)
• Give directions or act as a guide to authorized visitors.

• Respond to all calls from assigned campuses concerning crisis situation, accidents, and reports of crime.
• Investigate criminal offenses that occur within district’s jurisdiction.
• Collect and preserve evidence for criminal investigations including witness statements and physical evidence.
• Notify police, fire department, or other appropriate authority of any situation requiring immediate attention according to Campus Crisis Plan.
• Assist law enforcement personnel as needed.
• Work cooperatively with police agencies to share information and provide other assistance.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

None.

Tools/Equipment Used: District vehicle, two-way radio, alarm system and other security equipment, fire extinguisher, and standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing

Motion: Strenuous walking and climbing stairs; occasional keyboarding and use of mouse, moderate driving

Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds)

Environment: Work inside and outside (moderate exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); moderate exposure to noise and vehicle exhaust; frequent district wide travel.

Other: Specific hearing and visual requirements; may be subject to adverse and hazardous working conditions, including violent and armed confrontations; ability to control sudden violent or extreme physical acts of others and exhibit rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; prolonged hours; on call 24 hours a day