Armed School Security Officer

Cardinal Point Security Group is building a team of Security Officers who will facilitate a safe learning environment and keep students, staff, and faculty safe from violence.

Pay: $25.00 to $30.00 per hour

Location: Lehigh Valley, PA

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM and/or 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
This is a 10-month position, with 2 months off during the summer. Schedule includes regular school hours and occasional after-school and weekend events.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Be a Cardinal Point Ambassador: Be on time. Look sharp in proper uniform. Be engaged. Be consistent
• Coach and mentor students
• Incident Management and de-escalation
• Reports maintenance concerns to appropriate personnel
• Patrol schools facilities and grounds to prevent access to restricted areas, theft, or vandalism
• Act as First responder for emergencies
• Stands post at secondary locations as required
• Identify and report suspicious activity
• Cultivate positive relationships with staff and students
• Access Control
• Monitor CCTV

Basic Qualifications:

• Prior law enforcement experience is required
• Five years of experience as an armed security officer
• Must possess a valid PA Act 235 Certification
• Must possess a valid PA Concealed Carry Permit
• Must possess your own firearm.
• Must be able to pass firearms qualification course.
• Able to work well under pressure.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Consent to a drug screen and completing criminal background investigation.
• Consent to obtain required clearances for working in school.
• No felony or misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude.
• Reliable means of communication (active cell phone with mobile email access)
• Ability to comprehend and utilize the English Language (verbal and written)
• Reliable means of transportation
• Must possess a professional and courteous demeanor.

Benefits:

• Paid Mandatory Training
• Accrued sick time
• Employee Recognition Program
• Employee Referral Program
• 401K eligibility after six months of employment

To ensure compliance with Cardinal Point’s commitment to a drug-free workplace, employees may be subject to random drug screens.

Cardinal Point Security Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer