Licensed Armed Guard

Andy Frain Services•Arlington, TX

3d•$21•Onsite

About The Position

Pursuant to Texas State House Bill 3, all public schools must provide a licensed armed security officer on campus while students are on campus. This School Safety Officer position is for the Mesquite ISD Elementary Schools. A security officer is to be honest, alert and well disciplined as the custodians of employee and customer property and safety. Constant and dedicated vigilance. Strong customer service skills, exemplifying Andy Frain Services Mission Statement. Ability to be a firsthand, results oriented employee, handling multiple priorities simultaneously. Ability to facilitate progressive change, work as part of a team, follow directions and continually improve. Work with a sense of urgency. Strong oral and written communications skills.

Requirements

At the time of application, MUST possess a current ACTIVE Texas Level III Commissioned Armed Security License
All applicants are expected to own their own 9mm firearm with a Level 3 holster, before they can start work. There are restrictions on Make and Model, please inquire about type.
All applicants must be a U.S. Citizen and at least 21 years of age.
Candidates will go through stringent background checks and training and must pass, as a condition of the hiring process.
Valid Class “C” Driver License with acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation.
Social Security Card
Driver's License (front and back)
Proof of Education: High School Diploma or Transcript, GED Certificate or College Transcript (If transcripts, a sealed original will be required at background investigation stage)
DD-214 Military Discharge form (if applicable) (copy of original Member -4 Form)
Qualified applicants must pass a drug test.
All applicants must pass firearms qualifications.
All candidates must be of good moral character and able to communicate with the public.
Demonstrates ability to work effectively with youth as well as adults.
Continual standing, walking, pushing, and pulling.
Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing (ladder), moderate lifting and carrying.
Must be able to climb stairs.
Must be able to wear a Ballistic Vest and Duty Belt with firearm for a whole 8hr shift.
Must be able to work an 8hr shift WITHOUT SMOKING OR VAPING.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years of Commissioned Armed Security employment is highly preferred.
Minimum three (3) years of full-time peace officer position highly preferred.
Prior Law Enforcement highly preferred
Honorably discharged from US Military highly preferred.
School Safety officer experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Must respond to an active threat on campus within a timely manner under a variety of circumstances.
Patrol school grounds for students, faculty, and visitor safety.
Perform daily safety security perimeter checks of campus property and work close with MISD police officer.
Assist administration with complaints concerning unauthorized people on campus.
Assist with directing vehicles during student drop off and pick up times in the campus parking lots. Investigate and identify suspicious persons and/or vehicles.
Escort district personnel in potentially hostile situations and assist staff with after-hour functions upon their request.
Assist the Transportation Department with problem bus stop areas and/or chronic disruptions on school buses upon their request.
Completes and maintains proficiency in all requirements and training for Texas Level III Commission.
Write effective legal incident reports, collect evidence as necessary for supporting criminal investigations and apprehend offenders.
Take such other actions within the guidelines set forth in the "Post Orders" as deemed necessary.
Maintain firearms proficiency.
Perform other duties as assigned.