Armed School Security Officer (Pa-Act235 Certified)

We are seeking Armed School Security Officers to become an integral part of our team. The selected individual will patrol and secure assigned premises as well as identify risks to staff, students, and patrons.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety and security of all STAFF, Students, and visitors during business hours
• Ensure all visitors follow proper protocol when entering and exiting the school
• Monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules
• Warn violators of premise rules and regulations
• Apprehend or expel persons engaging in suspicious or criminal acts
• Report any facility issues such as fire hazards and leaking water pipes
• Request emergency personnel for high-risk situations
• Conduct proper bag check and wand for students
• Ensure students are safe at bus stops and train stations

PLEASE CAREFULLY READ QUALIFICATIONS BEFORE APPLYING!

Qualifications:

• Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in security, law enforcement, or other related fields
• Must have a valid and active PA-Act 235 Certification
• Must have valid experience working with children/youth
• Strong attention to detail
• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to respectfully and professionally work as a TEAM
• Must communicate professionally and respectfully at all times
• Ability to work with the public
• Background Check, Child clearance, and Random Drug Screening Required
• Open Availability (while we are hiring for the school, officers must be available to work at other sites as needed); must be available for work on Sundays; occasional Saturdays
• Reliable means of transportation

United Protection & Security Service is actively seeking ready to work, professional School Security Officers. Our mission is to provide excellent and professional security service to our clients during the unprecedented times we currently live in. We are quickly growing and are excited to expand our team!