Armed School Security Officer

About the role

Cardinal Point Security Group is building a team of Armed School Security Officers to facilitate a safe learning environment and protect students, staff, and faculty from violence.

Responsibilities

• Be a Cardinal Point Ambassador: Be on time. Look sharp in proper uniform. Be engaged. Be consistent
• Walks up to 10,000 steps per day to patrol school facilities and grounds to prevent access to restricted areas, theft, or vandalism
• Coach and mentor students
• Incident Management and verbal de-escalation
• Maintains orderly flow of foot traffic in the hallways
• Monitors restrooms throughout the day
• Reports on maintenance concerns to appropriate personnel
• Stands post at secondary locations as required
• Identify and report suspicious activity
• Cultivate positive relationships with staff and students
• Access Control
• Monitor CCTV

Requirements

• Must possess a minimum of five years of armed security experience
• Must possess prior experience in any of the following: Municipal Police Officer, State Trooper, Federal Police Officer, Military Police and/or Master at Arms, Military experience with a rank requiring a sidearm
• Must possess a valid PA Act 235 Certification
• Must possess a valid PA Concealed Carry Permit
• Must possess your own firearm that meets requirements and a Level 3 holster
• Able to work well under pressure
• High School Diploma or GED
• Able to pass firearms qualification course
• Able to comprehend and utilize the English Language (verbal and written)
• Reliable means of communication (active cell phone with mobile email access)
• Reliable means of transportation
• Professional and courteous demeanor

Qualifications

• No felony or misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude

Skills

• Proficient in incident management and verbal de-escalation
• Strong interpersonal skills for cultivating positive relationships
• Knowledge of CCTV monitoring and access control systems

Benefits

• Paid Mandatory Training
• Accrued sick time
• Employee Recognition Program
• 401K eligibility after six months of employment

Pay

$25.00 per hour

Schedule

Monday – Thursday: 1:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Fridays: 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Schedule includes regular school hours plus occasional after-school and weekend events