Security Guard

Pacifica Christian High School – Security Guard (Full-Time)

Pacifica Christian High School is seeking a reliable and mission-aligned Security Guard to help maintain a safe, welcoming, and orderly campus environment for our students, families, faculty, and visitors.

This is an excellent opportunity to serve students and families while becoming part of a vibrant and purpose-driven school community.

Position Overview

The Security Guard is responsible for monitoring campus access points, conducting regular patrols of the campus and surrounding perimeter, supporting a safe arrival and dismissal, and responding calmly and appropriately to incidents as they arise. This is an unarmed position focused on visibility, prevention, and relationship — ideal candidates are observant, level-headed, professional under pressure, and able to build positive rapport with high school students while maintaining clear and consistent expectations.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, full-time (approximately 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
• Morning arrival: entry point monitoring and traffic-flow support
• School day: campus patrols, visitor check-in, access control, lunch and passing-period presence, parking lot and perimeter walk-throughs
• Afternoon dismissal: exit monitoring and pedestrian safety support
• Occasional evening or weekend coverage for school events, as needed

Note: Specific post assignments and shift times will be finalized based on campus schedules and operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and control campus entry points; greet, screen, and log visitors
• Conduct routine interior and exterior patrols; identify and report safety hazards or unsecured areas
• Respond to incidents, medical situations, and emergencies in coordination with school administration and, when necessary, local law enforcement or emergency services
• Support implementation of the school's emergency operations plan, including drills (fire, lockdown, earthquake)
• Maintain accurate daily activity logs and incident reports
• De-escalate conflicts and enforce campus policies in a firm, fair, and respectful manner
• Assist with opening and securing campus facilities

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Valid California Guard Card (BSIS registration) or ability to obtain prior to start
• Prior security, campus supervision, law enforcement, or military experience preferred
• Able to stand, walk, and remain alert for extended periods, indoors and outdoors, in varying weather conditions
• Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to remain calm in high-stress situations
• Clear written and verbal communication; ability to document incidents accurately and objectively
• Comfortable working with high school students and building trust with adolescents
• Consistent, punctual, and reliable
• Must personally embrace the mission and vision of Pacifica Christian High School

Employment Requirements

• Current TB Test
• Live Scan DOJ Background Check
• CPR/First Aid Certification (training provided)
• Concussion Training (provided)
• Emergency response and de-escalation training (provided)
• Uniform and safety equipment provided by the school