Security Specialist Job Kennedale Texas USA,Security

Location: Kennedale

Security Specialist

Kennedale ISD Kennedale High School
- Kennedale, Texas
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Job Details

Job
Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled
Re-Posted:
Mar 05, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
To Be Determined

Job Description

Primary

Purpose:

The security specialist is responsible for providing a safe and secure environment for students and staff. The security specialist will patrol and monitor the school campus, including hallways, lunchrooms, grounds, parking areas, greet visitors and direct them for initial check‑in, maintain high visibility throughout the school day, and ensure that effective security measures are in place such as employee access controls, building surveillance, and other components of a comprehensive security system.

Education/Certification: High school diploma or equivalent. Ability to read basic operating instructions, write reports, and communicate via short‑wave radio and telephone.

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Knowledge of physical security practices
Knowledge of state and federal rules, regulations, or requirements pertaining to security and safety in public facilities
Skilled in communicating across various levels of an organization to enhance service delivery, program development, and customer satisfaction
Skilled in directing delivery of services throughout a district, assigned areas of responsibility, and customer base

Experience: Successful related work experience.

Other:

Valid Texas Driver’s License with record of safe driving
Able and willing to work varied hours including split shifts and weekends

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

Model core organizational beliefs and values; perform duties in an effective and efficient manner for the purpose of supporting and contributing to high student achievement.

Comply with dress code as established by the District.

Provide program support and service delivery; communicate effectively within and across teams and participate in cross‑functional work groups.

Guard school building and property; make prescribed rounds of inspection through the day.

Patrol school corridors, locker rooms, restrooms, assemblies and athletic facilities, gymnasiums, bus‑loading areas, and other campus locations to observe student behavior and prevent violations or unsafe activities.

Report and provide information to school administrators and other authorized personnel regarding opportunities for improved campus/community relations.

Regularly attend work with a minimum of absences, while adhering to the schedule as developed by campus administration.

Prevent entry or report presence on grounds and in buildings of unauthorized persons who are in violation of district rules, guidelines, and policies.

Investigate unusual conditions and take immediate emergency action as appropriate.

Prepare incident and other miscellaneous reports about crimes against the District property and offenses against District personnel or students as requested.

Screen visitors, check hall passes, and assist bus loading and unloading.

Maintain a neutral, professional relationship with students, parents, staff, visitors, SROs, and administrators at all times on or off campus.

Maintain high visibility throughout the day by constantly monitoring the campus.

Maintain effective and constructive relationships with the campus principals, campus staff, and district staff.

Ability to work within a diversified culture.

Work closely with campus and administration officials to develop an attitude sensitive to the need for creating and maintaining a safe and secure environment.

Consistently demonstrate the ability to manage crises while under pressure.

Participate in professional development activities that are aligned with District and campus goals within the assigned area of responsibility.

Maintain accurate and complete records as required by TEA and the district; file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.

Utilize effective communication skills; ensure that all interactions are supportive, courteous, and respectful.

Comply with all policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, and verbal and written directives.

Comply with the Employee Standards of…