What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Guard (Central Office/Client Care) position at Essex Regional Educational Services Commission?
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and vigilant Security Guard to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for our clients, employees, and visitors. This role requires a proactive approach to security, ensuring that all safety protocols are followed and that any potential threats are addressed promptly.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Patrols district buildings and grounds to protect against illegal entry, acts of violence, vandalism, illegal drug activity, arson, and theft.
- Conducts regular inspections of windows, doors, and other points of entry to ensure that they are secure.
- Reports concerns and incidents which may require corrective action to the Superintendent’s Office.
- Patrols central office grounds to observe unauthorized persons or vehicles, parking violations, and overall security of the outside area including exterior lighting and emergency access routes.
- Checks identification of staff and visitors entering central office.
- Detains unauthorized persons; calls for police assistance in accordance with the district’s security plan.
- Notifies police, fire department, or other appropriate authority of any situation requiring immediate attention.
- Assists visitors to receive proper direction, maintains a log of all visitors, and prevents unauthorized persons from entering the building.
- Assists with building evacuations, lock downs, etc.
- Interacts with central office staff to assess and resolve problems/conflicts.
- As needed, covers front desk; including receiving and directing incoming calls.
- Supports the client care team with general office work related to ongoing projects as assigned.
- Attends on-site and off-site meetings, workshops as directed and needed.
- Maintains confidentiality at all times.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
BENEFITS:
- Health/Dental - Single (contributory)
- 12 Sick Days
- 3 Personal Days
- 10 Vacation Days (5 additional days after four years of employment)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $38,000
