School Safety Officer (Bronx)

Gersh Autism Academy•New York, NY

11d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Gersh Autism is seeking a dependable and vigilant School Safety Officer to join our Bronx team and support our mission of providing a safe, structured, and supportive educational environment for students with autism and developmental disabilities. The School Safety Officer will play a critical role in maintaining campus safety, monitoring building access, supporting school operations, and helping ensure the well-being of students, staff, families, and visitors. This role requires strong observational skills, professionalism, sound judgment, and the ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum of 2 years of experience within security, school safety, law enforcement, or a related field.
Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to remain calm and exercise sound judgment in stressful or emergency situations.
Strong attention to detail and observational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with students, families, school staff, and leadership.
Commitment to maintaining a safe, respectful, and supportive school environment.

Nice To Haves

Security certification or completion of a recognized security training program preferred.
Experience working within schools, educational settings, behavioral health, or youth-focused environments.
Training in crisis prevention, de-escalation, or emergency response procedures.
Experience supporting students with behavioral or developmental needs.

Responsibilities

Monitor and patrol school premises to ensure the safety and security of students, staff, and visitors.
Observe and report suspicious activity, unauthorized individuals, vandalism, theft, or other security concerns.
Monitor entrances and exits to control building access and maintain campus security.
Sign visitors, staff, students, and vendors in and out of the building while maintaining accurate daily records.
Create and distribute visitor badges and direct guests to the Main Office upon arrival.
Respond to alarms, incidents, disturbances, or emergencies in a calm and professional manner.
Circulate throughout the building and front entrance areas to preserve order and maintain a visible security presence.
Write detailed reports regarding daily activities, unusual occurrences, property damage, safety concerns, or behavioral incidents.
Assist with dismissal procedures and communicate with transportation and bussing teams to support safe student transitions.
Provide information and assistance to visitors during school hours.
Monitor staff and visitors for rule infractions or safety violations and notify school leadership when appropriate.
Support Human Resources and administrative staff during employee terminations or sensitive situations by escorting individuals from the premises when necessary.
Ensure all doors, windows, gates, and access points remain secure throughout the school day.
Maintain professional appearance standards and wear designated security uniform at all times.
Participate in school safety trainings, staff meetings, and emergency preparedness procedures.