Temporary Security Guard - Distinctive Schools

Position Title: Temporary Security Guard
Location: CICS Loomis, 9535 S. Loomis, Chicago, IL 60643
Reports To: Campus Director of Operations | School Principal
Rate: Starting at $16 per hour, commensurate with experience
Start Date: March 2024

Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders.

Position Description:

As a part of the school support team, a Security Guard will work collaboratively with the rest of the student support team to assist in the operational functions of their campus. A Security Guard will support the school mission and values as well as the DS mission and values to be the face and voice of the school with professionalism and organization, as a top priority at all times. A Security Guard will promote attitudes of student responsibilities and assists the professional staff with the safety of students and staff and the security of the facilities. This person will:

• Exercise good judgment with regards to student behavior and disciplinary actions

• Interact and relate to students from a variety of ethnic and social backgrounds

• Monitor student behavior and promote a safe school environment

• Support & Manage daily traffic coordination

• Assist in the reception office, as needed

• Monitor hallways and bathrooms on a consistent daily basis

• Assist with all safety and evacuation procedures

• Assign and manage all 2-way radios

• Accept and distribute daily mail and packages

• Monitor and observe the parking lot

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds

• Ability to communicate well with others, verbally and written

Why Join the Distinctive Schools Team:

• We are a collaborative team of professionals supporting each other to instill a love of learning in our students

• We empower students, families and staff to contribute to our mission in a meaningful way

• Distinctive Schools was named one of Crain’s 2021 Best Places to Work in Chicago; culture is at the heart of what we do

• We make an impact in our communities by serving some of the most historically marginalized in the city

• We offer a great benefits package for full time employees (Medical; Dental; Vision; PTO; 403b match, discounted gym membership, tuition reimbursement options, referral bonus)

Distinctive Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.