Full Job Description
Salary : $69,929.60 - $101,025.60 Annually
Location : Glendale Unified School District Administration Center 91206, CA
Job Type: OPEN COMPETITIVE
Job Number: 2389
Department: Educational Technology & Information Services
Opening Date: 09/24/2026
Closing Date: 10/15/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
Under general supervision, assists in developing and implementing a districtwide security program, including surveillance, and emergency radio systems. Position is responsible for installation, maintenance and repair of hardware essential to the support of these programs and projects.
CURRENT VACANCY: One full-time position (8 hrs./day, 12 mos./yr.) with the Educational Technology and Information Services, at the Administration Center. Work assignments may be in various locations within the district boundaries (Glendale, La Crescenta or Montrose). The position includes full district-paid benefits for employee and dependants. Maximum District contribution to the health insurance plan is $34,732.44 per year.
Examples of Duties
Note: A more complete list of qualifications, duties, responsibilities, and other details for this classification can be found on our web site at www.gusd.net: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/gusd/classspecs.
-Assures the reliable and efficient operation of the district's security surveillance and emergency radio system; assists in the planning, organizing, controlling, directing, monitoring, and maintenance of the district's technical-based security surveillance programs and emergency radio system; assists in the development and implementation of a districtwide security surveillance policy and emergency radio policy.
-Estimates cost of jobs; specifies, orders, and procures supplies, materials, tools, and equipment for the purpose of maintaining availability of required items and completing jobs efficiently; maintains inventory of supplies, parts and equipment; confers with appropriate administrator regarding cost effective use of materials and supplies.
-Plans and coordinates emergency radio and security surveillance system installation with Facilities Planning and Maintenance Department, Educational Technology and Information Services Department, and outside vendors and contractors; serves as liaison for security system vendors and service contractors.
-Assists in the design configuration, installation, maintenance, security, and management of all networked and telecommunication devices related to district security; diagnoses and resolves surveillance and emergency radio problems related to networking and telecommunications; troubleshoots connections and/or networks; isolates software problems from hardware problems; repair equipment or arrange for repair; drives to various sites to conduct work.
-Assists in the planning, installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of the Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) units that support the backup power to the security surveillance servers and related network switches.
-Maps out the security system for the district and provides recommendations and specifications for purchase.
-Researches, evaluates, and recommends new security and emergency radio technology; recommends and implements software and hardware upgrades for all security and emergency radio systems; manages equipment.
-Maintains system documentation for all surveillance and emergency radio systems.
-As needed, climbs an appropriate ladder to install, inspect, repair and troubleshoot equipment (e.g., IP cameras, wireless access points, servers, etc.).
-Monitors and maintains video and intrusion alarm systems; responds appropriately to breaches in security.
-Assists in security implementation in new and remodeled buildings; recommends surveillance system management options.
-Performs other related duties as assigned.
Employment Standards
Minimum Requirements:
Five years of experience in electronic security systems repair and maintenance work with at least one year at the journey level.
Desirable qualifications:
Associate's degree or college coursework or related certifications in a related field.
Written and oral proficiency in a second language.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE
Possession of a valid class C California driver's license. Be insured at standard vehicle liability and property damage insurance rates, and maintain insurability.
Examination Process
To apply: Visit www.gusd.net: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/gusd
Step-by-step online employment application guide:
https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/gusd/helpandsupport/applicationguide
Phone inquiries please contact (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1378.
Incomplete applications are disqualified. Application materials must clearly demonstrate that applicants meet all minimum requirements for the job. Attached resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed district application.
A review of applicants' experience and qualifications will be conducted. Based on the evaluation, those whose qualifications best meet the current needs of the District will be invited to participate in the next step of the examination process. Qualified candidates will be provided with more details at the appropriate time.
Salary: Salary amounts listed above indicate the first and last steps of the range.
Probationary period: 130 days of paid service.
After an offer of employment, a candidate must submit proof of freedom from tuberculosis. Also required after an offer is accepted, the candidate must complete a pre-employment physical examination and obtain fingerprint clearance through the Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (district-paid). The onboarding process includes legally mandated training(s) and reference checks. In addition, pursuant to Senate Bill 848 (SB848), the district is required to conduct reference checks that include inquiry into whether the applicant has ever been the subject of a credible complaint, investigation, or disciplinary action related to child abuse, sexual misconduct, or sexual harassment.
