School Security Officer

Starting rate: $20.00 per hour, full-time.

Requirements

• Current Act 235 Certification
• Current clearances: Act 34, Act 151, Act 114, and Act 126
• Extensive experience working with security or law enforcement agencies
• Successful completion of a drug screening and background check prior to hire

Responsibilities

• Provide security for district facilities and adjacent properties
• Serve as a member of the School Emergency Response Team
• Patrol school buildings, grounds, parking areas, and surrounding property
• Monitor building entrances and the arrival and dismissal of students and visitors
• Provide security during athletic events, extracurricular activities, and other district events
• Conduct routine walkthroughs and safety inspections of district facilities
• Work collaboratively with building administrators to identify and address potential safety concerns
• Assist in developing strategies to prevent and/or minimize dangerous situations on or near school property
• Respond appropriately to security concerns and emergencies and notify administrators and/or law enforcement when necessary
• Work cooperatively with police, emergency responders, school administrators, faculty, staff, and students
• Assist with the development and distribution of school safety and emergency response information
• Maintain familiarity with school safety procedures, emergency response plans, and best practices
• Participate in required and ongoing training related to school safety, security, weapons, emergency response, and other relevant areas
• Support district safety initiatives and participate in annual safety activities and audits
• Maintain a professional and positive relationship with students, staff, families, and members of the community