Security Attendant Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $2,784.88 - $3,137.22 Monthly
Location : Kealakehe High: 74-5000 Puohulihuli Street, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
Job Type: Various, 10-month
Job Number: 2026-00460P
District / Complex Area: Classified / Hawaii / HKKK
School / Office: Classified / Kealakehe High
Opening Date: 04/16/2026
Max Number of Applicants: 35
Description
This posting will be used to fill various School Security Attendant positions at the specified location. The authorized level of the position is School Security Attendant III. Applications are being accepted down to the School Security Attendant I in the event of recruiting difficulties.
Salary Range:
School Security Attendant I, SR-07: $2,784.88 per month
School Security Attendant II, SR-09: $2,899.72 per month
School Security Attendant III, SR-11: $3,137.22 per month
Examples of Duties

1. Performs campus supervision by patrolling the school ground during class, lunch period, before and after school hours;
2. Observes and reports on unusual student behavior on campus;
3. Discusses problems with students and encourages them to seek or accept assistance and/or counseling;
4. Ensures the safe and orderly movement of pedestrians and vehicular traffic in and around the school grounds and may supervise and monitor the JPO program;
5. Enforces school rules and regulations by prohibiting student smoking, gambling, fighting, vandalism, etc.;
6. Inspects and patrols playground, bathrooms, assembly areas, cafeteria and other facilities to identify safety and security hazards as appropriate;
7. Directs unauthorized persons and drivers off the school premises observes, assesses, and reports to administrators any concerns and unusual non-student behavior;
8. Assists the school administration and staff with supervision and control at special student activities such as assemblies, pep rallies, athletic events, and dances;
9. Instructs loitering student to proceed to their destination;
10. Assists teaching staff and others in handling overt disturbances;
11. Informs school administrators and others of critical situations which may require police, fire, or other outside assistance;
12. May activate alarm as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications
Experience Requirements: Applicants must possess the ability to read, write and understand oral and written English, follow oral and written instructions, and perform simple arithmetic.
General ExperienceSpecialized ExperienceTotal ExperienceLevel I6 Months-6 MonthsLevel II6 Months1 Year1.5 YearsLevel III6 Months2 Years2.5 Years
General Experience: Experience such as administrative, technical, clerical, or other work that involves following written procedures, rules, or regulations in contact with coworkers, supervisors, or members of the public to provide a service, respond to inquiries, obtain information, or provide discretion.
Specialized Experience: Experiences such as working with a government, military, private or non-profit organization, or a school system that involved protecting property and people against such hazards as fire, theft, damage, accident or trespass; or maintaining order and protecting life. Such experience must have provided a knowledge of basic protective systems.
Substitutions Allowed:
1. A high school diploma may be substituted for six months of general experience.
2. Experience of one year or more in law enforcement, security, or an honorable discharge from military service may be substituted for six months of the general experience and one year of the specialized experience.
3. Successful completion of an associate degree or higher at an accredited college or university may be substituted for six months of general experience and one year of the specialized experience.
Quality of Experience: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant's overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that the applicant has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which the applicant is being considered.
Certification Required: All must be registered as a Guard with the State of Hawaii Board of Private Detective and Guards, in accordance with Act 208, Sessions Laws of Hawaii 2010.
Supplemental Information
Salary: The advertised salary is based on full-time employment and includes shortage and school year differentials, if applicable.
Requirements: Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the date of the application, unless otherwise specified. Unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience may not be gained concurrently. Calculation of experience is based on full-time, 40-hour workweeks. Part-time experience is pro-rated. Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week is equivalent to six months of experience, not one year. Also, hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be credited. Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week is equivalent to one year of experience, not one and a half years.
Temporary Assignment: Claims of Temporary Assignment (TA) experience to meet the minimum qualification requirements must be verified and attached to the application using one of the options below:

1. A copy of the applicant's TA History Report or equivalent system-generated report;
   
2. A signed letter from the applicant's supervisor that includes the applicant's name, his/her TA job title, the TA start and end dates (from mm/yy to mm/yy), his/her specific TA duties performed, and either the TA hours worked per week or total TA hours worked; or,
   
3. Copies of the applicant's signed SF-10 Forms.

Documents: Attach all relevant supporting documents to your application. Documents that were attached to applications submitted before November 16, 2023 do not automatically attach or transfer to applications submitted on and after December 16, 2023. All submitted documents become the property of the Hawaii State Department of Education.
Information about Temporary Positions: Temporary positions may be extended year to year, dependent upon funding and departmental needs. Making yourself available for temporary positions increases your employment possibilities and may lead to permanent opportunities. A person hired for a temporary position may also become a temporary employee upon satisfactory completion of the initial probation period of at least six months. Once a temporary employee, you would be eligible to apply for promotion and transfer opportunities to permanent as well as other temporary positions. You may also enjoy other rights and benefits as afforded to an employee in a permanent position, with the exception of return rights and placement rights associated with a reduction-in-force.
Equal Opportunity
The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991. The Department does not discriminate in its employment policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sexual orientation, arrest and court record, and National Guard participation, as well as on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability, in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991, Equal Pay Act of 1963, and Chapter 378, Part I, Hawaii Revised Statutes.
Payday
New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month.
10-month civil service and SSP employees enjoy a range of competitive benefits:

• Holidays, Personal Leave, and Sick Leave: Many employees enjoy paid holidays, personal leave, and sick leave during the school year provided that all conditions under the respective collective bargaining agreement are met.
• Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan.
• Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
• Premium Conversion Plan: Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis.
• Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits.
• Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products.
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several investment options are available.
• Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.
• Social Security: As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account.
• Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation.
• Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining.

The above is intended as a general summary of the benefits offered and is subject to change. This does not constitute a contract or binding agreement. Benefits vary by type of employment appointment and collective bargaining agreements.
01
GUARD REGISTRATION REQUIREMENT:
This position requires you to be registered as a Guard with the State of Hawaii Board of Private Detectives and Guards, in accordance with Act 208, Session Laws of Hawaii 2010.
You must mail in a copy (or attach a scanned copy) of your Registration card immediately upon applying for this position. If you do not meet this requirement, your application will not be given consideration for this position.
Do you meet this Guard registration requirement?

• Yes
• No

02
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Do you possess the ability to read, write, and understand oral and written English, follow oral and written instructions, and perform simple arithmetic?

• Yes
• No

03
GENERAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Do you have six (6) months of experience such as administrative, technical, clerical, or other work that involves following written procedures, rules, or regulations in contact with coworkers, supervisors, or members of the public to provide a service, respond to inquiries, obtain information, or provide direction?

• Yes
• No

04
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Did you graduate from high school or do you possess a General Equivalency Diploma (GED)?
Note: Please list your High School information in the Education section of your application.

• Yes
• No

05
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Do you possess experience working with a government, military, private or non-profit organization, or a school system that involved protecting property and people against such hazards as fire, theft, damage, accident, or trespass; or maintaining order and protecting life? Such experience must have provided a knowledge of basic protective systems.
Select the statement that best describes your experience qualifications.

• (a) I have at least two (2) years of work experience as described.
• (b) I have at least one (1) year, but less than two (2) years of work experience as described.
• (c) I have less than one (1) year of work experience as described.
• (d) I do not have any work experience as described.

06
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT-DESCRIPTION:
Provide your work experiences that clearly demonstrate how you meet the minimum experience requirement.
Include all of the following information for EACH experience you list:
(a) Your job title;
(b) Employer's name;
(c) Your complete dates of employment (from mm/yy to mm/yy);
(d) Average hours you worked per week; and,
(e) A detailed description of your work experiences such as working with a government, military, privat...