Under the direction of an Assistant Principal, patrol and supervise campus activities to assure the well-being and safety of students, staff and visitors in school-site activities; assure student compliance with school and District policies and regulations.

Campus Security Specialist - Substitute/ Limited Term at Poway Unified School District Share on X - Application Deadline 6/15/2026 4:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 5/6/2026 Contact Ryan Graggs 858-521-2800 2796 Number of Openings 2 Salary Pay Range $19.66 - $25.15 Per Hour Length of Work Year 9 1/2 months Employment Type Part Time Job Summary Under the direction of an Assistant Principal, patrol and supervise campus activities to assure the well-being and safety of students, staff and visitors in school-site activities; assure student compliance with school and District policies and regulations. Job Description / Essential Elements:CAMPUS SECURITY SPECIALIST BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an Assistant Principal, patrol and supervise campus activities to assure the well-being and safety of students, staff and visitors in school-site activities; assure student compliance with school and District policies and regulations. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: Patrol and supervise assigned areas of campus, assuring students are safe, orderly, and within supervised areas; assure non-students on campus are authorized visitors; monitor campus perimeter, lunch areas, walkways, hallways, classrooms, gates, restrooms, parking lots and adjacent areas. E Enforce school and District rules, regulations and procedures; investigate and report unusual, suspicious or criminal activities; detain individuals suspected of illegal or prohibited activity according to established procedures; direct unauthorized visitors off campus. E Monitor student behavior and activity during passing periods and lunchtime; assure compliance with school rules; prevent or break up student conflicts and fights; investigate and report instances of graffiti and vandalism; prepare student referrals as necessary. E Escort and direct authorized visitors to desired destinations; provide general information and assistance; direct vehicle traffic as needed; escort delinquent students to and from administration offices; retrieve students as requested by administrators. E Prevent unauthorized departure of students from school premises; verify off-campus and lunch passes as required; assure students have proper permission slips outside of classrooms during instruction periods. E Assist with directing and monitoring traffic as needed; assure security of cars on campus; assist in preparing and enforcing parking restrictions and regulations; prepare and process parking citations and warnings. E Assist in the search of backpacks, cars, clothing and lockers for alcohol, weapons, drugs, drug paraphernalia and other related articles according to established procedures and District policies; confiscate contraband and submit to appropriate personnel. E Prepare student referrals as appropriate; prepare incident reports; maintain various records related to assigned activities. E Communicate with District personnel, students and outside agencies to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns. E Operate a two-way radio, golf cart and other equipment as assigned. E Provide security at athletic events, dances and other special events as assigned. E Participate in a variety of other assigned activities such as resolving locker problems, maintaining the lost and found, monitoring unsupervised classrooms, in-school suspension and Saturday school, and implementing disciplinary actions. E Report and respond to safety, sanitary, fire hazards and maintenance and repair needs to appropriate authority. E Provide assistance to staff during emergency situations as necessary; administer basic first aid to students and staff as necessary. E Perform related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF: Basic methods of individual and group supervision. Basic interests, attitudes and emotional development of adolescents. Oral and written communication skills. Health and safety regulations. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Basic record-keeping techniques. Basic first aid and CPR procedures. ABILITY TO: Patrol and supervise campus activities to assure the well-being and safety of students, staff and visitors in non-classroom activities. Assure student compliance with school and District rules and procedures. Investigate occurrences of property damage and suspicious or criminal activity. Learn, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, and policies. Prevent or break up student conflicts and fights. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Learn to operate a two-way radio, computers, and other assigned equipment. Maintain routine records related to assigned activities. Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Observe health and safety regulations. Administer first aid and CPR. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and demonstrated ability to work effectively with high school students. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency. WORKING CONDITIONS: ENVIRONMENT: Indoor and outdoor environment. Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions. Driving a vehicle to conduct work. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing and walking for extended periods of time. Seeing to monitor student activities. Hearing and speaking to exchange information. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a vehicle. Physical agility and stamina. Running. HAZARDS: Potential physical hazards involved in intervening in fights and other anti-social, illegal and violent behavior. Contact with persons under the influence of dangerous substances or abusive individuals. Requirements / Qualifications LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid certifications provided by American Heart Association, American Red Cross or District approved provider for First Aid, Adult/ Child CPR and AED. Online certifications will be accepted from these vendors as long as a hands-on skills assessment is completed. Recertification to maintain current/valid status is a condition of employment. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school and demonstrated ability to work effectively with high school students. - School Security Guard Training (SB 1626) with Poway Unified School District must be completed within the first six months of employment or a certificate of completion can be submitted at the time of application. Comments and Other Information - PLEASE NOTE: THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR Substitute/ Limited Term Campus Security Specialists - - - THIS POSITION DOES NOT INCLUDE BENEFITS, AS IT IS A SUBSTITUTE/ LIMITED TERM POSITION - - Placement on the limited term (substitute) list does not qualify candidates for consideration for contracted positions or placement on a contracted eligibility list. - - - - The starting rate for new applicants to PUSD for this position is step one on the appropriate salary schedule. - - - - This recruitment will be used to establish an Eligibility List valid for 6 months - - Links Related To This Job View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. Cal. PERS Links Not all postings qualify for Cal. PERS. Informational Only. Cal. PERS Retirement Benefits ADD TO WISHLIST VIEW JOB WISHLIST APPLY (Current Employees ONLY) APPLY QUICK APPLY

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