Facilities Security Officer

Job Description:

Facilities Security Officer

Description

NOTE: SHIFT HOURS FOR THIS POSITION ARE 10:30PM - 6:00 AM. BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assure the safety of District staff, students and properties; patrol assigned areas of District properties and facilities before, during and after school hours, at night, on weekends and holidays; investigate occurrences of property damage and suspicious or criminal activity; enforce laws and regulations and respond to emergency situations.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Assure the safety of District staff, students and property; patrol assigned areas of District properties and facilities on foot and in patrol vehicle before, during and after school hours; at night, on weekends and holidays; monitor and inspect security of doors, windows and gates

• Inspect and monitor the security of doors, windows and gates; reset alarm systems and test for proper operation as necessary; detect and report fire and safety hazards; respond to fire and burglar alarms and extinguish small fires; summon and communicate with police and fire department personnel as needed

• Investigate and report unusual, suspicious or criminal activities; investigate complaints and security notifications related to trespassing, loitering, vandalism and other criminal activities; assure users of District properties have appropriate permits

• Contact and assist police with investigation of criminal activities; contact and assist fire department with matters related to alarms, detectors and fires

• Perform temporary repairs on school and District facilities as appropriate; notify appropriate personnel for needed repairs

• Assist with special events as directed; assist other campus security with crowd control, vandalism, graffiti, gang activity and fights as necessary

• Prepare and maintain reports related to security of District premises and daily activities, events and incidents; provide documentation related to illegal activity to District administrators and police as requested

• Communicate with other campus security and staff, administrators, parents, students, police and fire departments, alarm companies and others to exchange information to resolve issues and concerns

• Operate and respond to calls on a two-way radio; drive a vehicle to conduct work

• Operate a variety of security and safety equipment including fire extinguishers, handcuffs, mobile phones, handheld radios, pepper spray and mace

• Remain on-call for emergency situations as assigned

OTHER DUTIES:

Perform related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Methods and practices of effective security techniques

Applicable sections of the California Penal Code, State Education Code, and Motor Vehicle Code

Traffic laws, defensive driving techniques and rules of the road

Operate a patrol vehicle to conduct work

Investigation and report writing techniques

Record-keeping techniques

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy

Oral and written communication skills

First aid and CPR/AED techniques

ABILITY TO:

Patrol and monitor assigned District property and facilities to provide security and protection to students, personnel, equipment, and property

Patrol effectively, detecting and preventing problems within established guidelines

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others

Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Meet schedules and time lines

Maintain records and prepare reports

Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines

Standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system

Analyze situations quickly and adopt a safe and effective course of actions

Detect and report fire and safety hazards

Organize and write clear and concise reports of incidents

Understand and follow oral and written directions

Use hand and power tools to secure buildings, doors, windows, and other areas

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and one year of security-related experience

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid California driver's license and safe driving record

Valid certification in use of baton, handcuffs, mace and pepper spray

Valid certification in SB 1626, First Aid, CPR, AED and other mandated trainings

Incumbents in this class are required to complete coursework and receive the BSIS certification

ENVIRONMENT:

Indoor and outdoor environment

Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions

Driving a vehicle to conduct work

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Climbing stairs

Walking, sitting and standing for extended periods of time

Seeing to monitor District activities and property, read and write reports

Hearing and speaking to exchange information

Dexterity of fingers and hands to operate assigned equipment

Walking and running

Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 100 pounds

Physical agility and stamina

HAZARDS:

Driving a vehicle during adverse weather conditions

Potential physical hazards involved in intervening in fights and other anti-social, illegal and violent behavior

Exposure to blood borne pathogens and infectious diseases

May come in contact with armed and dangerous individuals

EXAMINATION INFORMATION:

The first step in the examination process is the application screening and whether or not the candidate meets the minimum qualifications listed.

The testing process may consist of a written exam; an oral exam; a performance exam; a structured interview (SI); a qualification appraisal interview (QAI); an evaluation of training & experience/education (T&E) and/or any combination thereof.

ONLY the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) test requires and is mandated to have a passing score of 70 on each of the three parts of the test.

All other tests will have a passing score set between 50 and 99 depending of a variety of factors affecting that specific recruitment.

All candidates must pass the first examination process to be invited to the next step/test in the process.

As the testing process consists of a minimum of two examination processes; the weight of each those processes may be determined at any step in the processes.

Qualified candidates will be notified of the date, time, and place of the examination(s)/test(s).

Candidates will be notified of the minimum pass points/test score for each examination and/or test in the examination process.

OTHER: Proof of identification for completion of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be submitted at the time of processing for employment.

SALARIES: All salaries as stated are based on present information and are subject to change. Appointments are made at the minimum salary shown in the posting and increases are granted at intervals based on anniversary date.

Notification of Non-Discrimination Policy

The Berkeley Unified School District is committed to fostering a positive working environment for its employees. Accordingly, BUSD practices shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying of any employee based on an employee's actual race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

The Board also prohibits retaliation against any district employee or job applicant who complains, testi?es or in any way participates in the district's complaint procedures instituted pursuant to this policy.

The following employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination regarding Board Policy 4030:

Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator

2020 Bonar Street, Room 116

Berkeley, CA 94702

Phone: 510-486-9338

Email: nondiscrimination@berkeley.net

Closing Date/Time: Tue, 28 Oct 2025

Salary:

30.64 - Hourly