District Services Assistant

Job Description:

District Services Assistant

Description

PLEASE NOTE: Shift Hours for this position are Mon - Thurs, 5:30PM-9:15PM / BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor or administrator; works in support of the safety and security of district property. Maintains a station for monitoring and oversight of ingress/egress points; visitor control and package delivery. Patrols district properties on foot reporting safety and security concerns.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Maintains a station or patrols district property and adjacent areas; supports the safety and security of staff, students, personnel, equipment and property by monitoring video surveillance equipment and performing inspections on foot for unsafe conditions and unauthorized persons on and around designated district property.

• Assist in orderly control of ingress or egress points in district buildings.

• Receives packages and deliveries; notifies building staff/personnel of delivery arrival.

• Utilizes District phone system for notifications and alerts.

• Control foot traffic and provide security at district buildings and functions; may control parking and safe movement of vehicles in parking areas as needed; enforce District parking regulations.

• Enforce District policies, procedures, rules and regulations regarding safety and security at district sites and district property.

• Assist first responders (police, fire, medical) in responding to and investigating incidents occurring on District property.

• Document, prepare and maintain reports or logs related to day to day station activity and district premises.

• Report unusual or suspicious activities to include but not limited to; trespassing, loitering, vandalizing and other criminal activities; assure visitors on District properties have appropriate permits.

• Provide information and respond to inquiries from visitors, staff and students.

• Report fire and safety hazards; notate fire and burglar alarms; summon and communicate with police and fire department personnel as needed.

• Operate a computer, a hand-held radio, video monitoring equipment, and other job-related equipment.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Crowd and traffic control techniques

De-escalation and mitigation techniques

Health and safety regulations

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and professionalism

Methods, procedures and practices of safety and security

Oral and written communication skills

Procedures and laws of mandated reporting

Record-keeping techniques

Security policies, procedures and regulations

Standard broadcasting procedures of a hand-held two-way radio system

ABILITY TO:

Analyze situations quickly and adopt a safe and effective course of action

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Communicate effectively with diverse populations including but not limited to, students, staff, administrators and the public

Enforce applicable laws, rules and regulations

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others

Operate a computer, two-way radio, video monitoring equipment and other job-related equipment

Organize and write clear and concise reports

Preserve personnel and organizational property

Report fire and safety hazards

Understand and follow oral and written directions

Education and Experience: Any combination equivalent to:

A.

Graduation from high school/GED. Access Control (Ingress/Egress) coursework desired.

B.

One (1) year workforce experience involving public and student contact. Mailroom and/or receptionist experience desired.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid first aid and CPR certificates issued by authorized agency preferred

Incumbents in this classification may be required to speak, read and write in a designated second language

Employment eligibility that includes fingerprint, tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:

Indoor and Outdoor environment

Possible confrontations

Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions

Evening or variable hours

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Standing, walking or sitting for extended periods of time

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate security equipment

Walking and running

Hearing and speaking to exchange information

Seeing to read and to prepare reports

Bending at the waist and kneeling

Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally

Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects and persons typically weighing up to 75 pounds

HAZARDS:

Contact with dissatisfied or abusive individuals

Possible fights and confrontations

Exposure to adverse weather conditions

Working at heights

Contact with blood borne pathogens infectious diseases and body fluids

May come in contact with dangerous individuals

EXAMINATION WEIGHT:

Assessments may consist of a written, oral and/or performance examinations.

FIRST EXAMINATION: 50%

SECOND EXAMINATION: 50%

Qualified candidates will be notified of the minimum passing points for each examination part. Qualified Applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the Examinations.

OTHER: Proof of identification for completion of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be submitted at the time of processing for employment.

SALARIES: All salaries as stated are based on present information and are subject to change. Appointments are made at the minimum salary shown in the posting and increases are granted at intervals based on anniversary date.

SALARY SUBJECT TO CHANGE*

Notification of Non-Discrimination Policy

The Berkeley Unified School District is committed to fostering a positive working environment for its employees. Accordingly, BUSD practices shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying of any employee based on an employee's actual race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

The Board also prohibits retaliation against any district employee or job applicant who complains, testi?es or in any way participates in the district's complaint procedures instituted pursuant to this policy.

The following employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination regarding Board Policy 4030:

Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator

2020 Bonar Street, Room 116

Berkeley, CA 94702

Phone: 510-486-9338

Email: nondiscrimination@berkeley.net

Closing Date/Time: Thu, 29 Jan 2026

Salary:

22.8 - 27.29 Hourly