Job Details
Security Guard (Non-Armed)
2025-06-17 Sheldon Independent School District Houston,TX
Description:
EDUCATION
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
WORK EXPERIENCE
1 year of prior law enforcement or security guard experience preferred. Experience is not required.
SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATION
Must successfully pass a thorough background check
Must be physically agile
Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License
Effective speaking and listening skills required
Vehicles (e.g. Security Duty Truck)
Microsoft Office strongly preferred; Office equipment (computer, copier) strongly preferred; Microsoft Teams; Catapult EMS
Must be able to work on a shift basis; must be able to work on weekends and on holidays; must be able to work overtime at short notice.
LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
No supervisory or direct people management responsibilities. May provide occasional work guidance, technical advice and training to staff.
WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT
Work and tasks are often straightforward, routine, structured and guided by established policies and procedures. Little, if any, independent judgment is required, outside of making basic choices in the selection and application of established methods. The job receives frequent, ongoing supervision.
BUDGET AUTHORITY
No budget development activity is required.
PROBLEM SOLVING
Decisions are made on routine matters affecting few individuals and usually within the confines of the job's own department. Specific job activities and results are typically reviewed closely. There are limited requirements for developing new ideas or changes in methods, procedures or services.
IMPACT OF DECISIONS
Follows rules and procedures. Decisions can have minimal or no impact to SISD. Errors can be readily detected, usually by the employee, and, if made, would result in minor expense for correction.
COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS
Basic communication - very little communication required such as receiving basic instructions. Interactions are mostly with customers, own supervisor and co-workers in own department.
CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS
Follows through with customer inquiries, requests and complaints. Forwards difficult and non-routine inquiries or requests to appropriate level for resolution.
WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Work involves some exposure to moderate risk of accident and requires following basic safety precautions.
Ability to carry and/or lift less than 15 pounds.
Ability to work in inclement weather.
*Position cannot be performed remotely
*Salary commensurate with experience
Sheldon ISD will accept applications for this position through 05/12/2025. After this date, applicants can continue to submit applications in case the district was unable to find a suitable candidate. If the district was unable to find a suitable candidate from the initial applications, applications submitted after 05/12/225 will be reviewed in ten-day increments until a viable candidate is recommended for hire.
Position Type:
Security/Security - 12-Months
Date Posted:
4/28/2025
Location:
Network Operations Center JOB SUMMARY
Under direct supervision, monitors and oversees security for assigned sites such as SISD schools, administrative offices, support services locations and other auxiliary sites. Observes and reports suspicious activities of personnel or others. Observes and reports unauthorized persons on district property. Assesses other problem situations.
MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Represents the SISD Security & Emergency Management Department in providing a safe environment. Secures and monitors access to all entrance gates as scheduled or as needed. Patrols assigned SISD property during day/night/weekend shifts to prevent theft or damage and to ensure adequate monitoring and security. May be required to open and lock gates.
- Periodically monitors halls and walks the school grounds. Generates and maintains a log of activities that occur in and around the school and other facilities daily using a Duty Action Report (DAR).
- Documents unusual and/or suspicious behavior. Identifies and reports unauthorized personnel. Secures restricted areas to prevent unauthorized access.
- As a security measure, monitors students, parents, guests and SISD employees on district property.
- When assigned to a satellite or auxiliary location, maintains a log of all persons and vehicles entering or leaving secured areas.
- Assesses problem situations and maintains daily log of activities using a DAR.
- Writes incident reports and maintains daily log of activities using a DAR.
- Assists police and/or emergency responders in emergencies using a DAR.
- Adheres to HISD's policies and procedures.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
WORK EXPERIENCE
1 year of prior law enforcement or security guard experience preferred. Experience is not required.
SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATION
Must successfully pass a thorough background check
Must be physically agile
Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License
Effective speaking and listening skills required
Vehicles (e.g. Security Duty Truck)
Microsoft Office strongly preferred; Office equipment (computer, copier) strongly preferred; Microsoft Teams; Catapult EMS
Must be able to work on a shift basis; must be able to work on weekends and on holidays; must be able to work overtime at short notice.
LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
No supervisory or direct people management responsibilities. May provide occasional work guidance, technical advice and training to staff.
WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT
Work and tasks are often straightforward, routine, structured and guided by established policies and procedures. Little, if any, independent judgment is required, outside of making basic choices in the selection and application of established methods. The job receives frequent, ongoing supervision.
BUDGET AUTHORITY
No budget development activity is required.
PROBLEM SOLVING
Decisions are made on routine matters affecting few individuals and usually within the confines of the job's own department. Specific job activities and results are typically reviewed closely. There are limited requirements for developing new ideas or changes in methods, procedures or services.
IMPACT OF DECISIONS
Follows rules and procedures. Decisions can have minimal or no impact to SISD. Errors can be readily detected, usually by the employee, and, if made, would result in minor expense for correction.
COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS
Basic communication - very little communication required such as receiving basic instructions. Interactions are mostly with customers, own supervisor and co-workers in own department.
CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS
Follows through with customer inquiries, requests and complaints. Forwards difficult and non-routine inquiries or requests to appropriate level for resolution.
WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Work involves some exposure to moderate risk of accident and requires following basic safety precautions.
Ability to carry and/or lift less than 15 pounds.
Ability to work in inclement weather.
*Position cannot be performed remotely
*Salary commensurate with experience
Sheldon ISD will accept applications for this position through 05/12/2025. After this date, applicants can continue to submit applications in case the district was unable to find a suitable candidate. If the district was unable to find a suitable candidate from the initial applications, applications submitted after 05/12/225 will be reviewed in ten-day increments until a viable candidate is recommended for hire.