Security Worker

Civil Service: Competitive, no exam currently required. New hires will be appointed on a permanent basis.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, patrols school buildings to ensure a safe and secure environment, as well as the personal safety of students, staff, and visitors.
• Provides for the safety and security of students, staff, visitors, and School District property in accordance with school policies to maintain an educational climate conducive to learning.
• Conducts ongoing security patrols of the building(s).
• Enforces Board of Education policies, the Code of Conduct, and other school rules and regulations.
• Supports and assists building and district administrators when responding to an emergency.
• Reports concerns and incidents which may require corrective action.
• Monitors exits and prevents unauthorized exits of the building by students.
• Assists investigations as assigned by supervisor.
• Physically separates students involved in altercations and maintains crowd control as needed.
• Monitors grounds to prevent loitering and improper parking of vehicles.
• Uses radio and/or electronic communications equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma.
• Experience as a security guard or security officer may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Current registration as a Security Guard with the New York State Department of State.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with students K-12.
• Ability to work with students, staff, and the public.
• Willingness to work additional hours as needed.
• Willingness to work an alternative work day schedule as required to support educational and district program needs.

Schedule

10-month appointment, plus possible additional days during school recess periods.

Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday.

Pay

$20.00 - $20.50 per hour for licensed security guards, based on prior experience.

Active/retired law enforcement: $25.00 per hour; $25.00 - $26.00 based on prior experience in a K-12 educational setting.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.
• Paid leave time including sick, family, personal, and paid holidays.
• NYS Pension.

Start Date: September 8, 2026