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Lewisville Independent School District
Security Armed Screener
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What they do
An Armed Security Officer provides security for property at hospitals, hotels, warehouses or office buildings. Have a license to carry a weapon ranging from a club to a firearm. Monitors entrances and patrols buildings, watches for intruders or vandals; reports building maintenance problems; deals with customers or visitors that create a disturbance in the building.
$38,783 / year median in Texas
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Security Armed Screener Lewisville Independent School District Lewisville, TX Job Details Full-time From $30.91 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Outdoor work experience Military High school diploma or GED Driver's License Armed Security License Associate's degree
Full Job Description Position:
Security Armed Screener Assignment:
Armed Screener Wage/Hour Status:
Non-exempt Reports to:Armed Screener Supervisor Pay Grade:
AX592/196
days Dept./School:
Safety & Security Date Revised:
Spring 2025Primary Purpose:
Work closely with campus administration officials, district administration and local law enforcement to develop an environment in which students and staff feel safe and secure, with a specific focus on protecting the life and well-being of students, staff, and visitors against active threats on school property.Term:
This position is funded by a Lewisville ISD Bond Referendum and is for the direct support and implementation of the weapon detection scanner project. The term of employment is directly tied to the duration of the bond program and associated project as well as the continued need for project oversight and management in support of the project.Qualifications:
Minimum Education/Certification:
- High school diploma or equivalent required, associate's degree or higher, preferred
- Possess a Level III - Private Security Officer license from the Texas Department of Public Safety
- Possess a valid Texas Driver's license or able to obtain a Texas Driver's license within 30 days of employment
Special Knowledge/Skills/Experience:
- One to three years of experience in emergency incident response, corrections, armed security or military service, preferred
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Must successfully complete background check as instructed by the district prior to employment
- Must successfully complete a drug and alcohol screening as instructed by the district prior to employment
- Must successfully pass a psychological assessment as instructed by the district prior to employment
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
- Provide a high visibility presence to deter violence on campuses.
- Use the appropriate level of force to stop, disrupt or eliminate physical deadly threats.
- Use and care for firearms, communications equipment, and other issued and necessary equipment.
- Maintain the security of the campus via routine checks of external entrances for compliance with state and district rules.
- Attend regularly scheduled training to maintain proficiency and knowledge of applicable laws and use of force matrices.
- Follow all state and federal laws as well as rules, regulations and policies of Lewisville ISD and follow directives from superiors.
- Follow attendance policy and campus presence as assigned by supervisor.
- Perform other functions that may be assigned by the Administration and/or supervisor.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Probationary Period:
First 30 days of employment- Handling of firearms; wearing of body armor and duty belt with holstered firearm and associated equipment; occasional shooting/firearms manipulation. Ability to maintain physical condition to perform essential duties
- Prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions.
- Prolonged sitting and standing; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
- Frequent walking, occasional running, occasional shooting/firearms manipulation. Ability to maintain physical condition to perform essential duties.
- Requires travel to schools and sites within the district.
- Occasional lifting and carrying (up to 50 pounds)
- Work inside primarily, work outside for brief periods in varying weather conditions, and possibly deal with violent and armed confrontations.