School Based Security Officer

First Children Services•North Bergen, NJ

9h•$40 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for maintaining a safe and secure school environment by monitoring campus activity, enforcing safety procedures, responding to incidents, and supporting students and staff through proactive presence, conflict de-escalation, and collaboration with school administration.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; valid New Jersey driver’s license
Minimum experience as determined by the board, , including the following abilities:
Experience in law enforcement, school security and/or public safety.
Knowledge of security measures, fire prevention, and crowd control. Ability to maintain order and to work with groups and individuals on matters of security and crisis management.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to communicate.
Must be able to use technology efficiently such as computer, two-way radio, video monitors, buzz-in systems, electronic surveillance equipment and other devices selected by the district to be part of the school security system.
Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status
Current residency in New Jersey, approved residency waiver or candidate agrees to obtain residency within one year of employment

Responsibilities

Patrols district buildings and grounds to protect against illegal entry, acts of violence, vandalism, illegal drug activity, arson, and theft.
Conducts regular inspections of windows, doors, and other points of entry to ensure that they are secure.
Patrols school grounds to observe unauthorized persons or vehicles, parking violations, and overall security of the outside area including exterior lighting and emergency access routes.
Checks identification of pupils, staff, and visitors entering the school.
Detains unauthorized persons; calls for police assistance in accordance with the district’s security plan/crisis management plan.
Participates in the district’s/school’s emergency and crisis management plan as assigned.
Notifies police, fire department, or other appropriate authority of any situation requiring immediate attention
Records all observations and conditions, and reports unusual occurrences or property damage to superiors and documents rule violations.
Submits written reports of all incidents of vandalism, violence, illegal drug activity, and security violations.