Security Officer

Cardinal Point Homeland Security Group
Philadelphia, PA

ob Description

Become a Certified School Security Professional. At Cardinal Point, you’re a vital part of a school community protecting students and staff. We provide a career path and specialized training that makes you an expert, not just a guard. We are currently hiring Unarmed School Security Officers who will cultivate positive relationships with students.


Location: Norristown, PA


Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour, with the chance for an increase based on longevity and performance



Schedule:


  • Monday to Friday, first shift
  • Schedule includes after-school and occasional weekend events when required.
  • This position follows the school calendar, with 2 months off during the summer.



Duties & Responsibilities:


  • Patrol school facilities and grounds to prevent access to restricted areas, theft, or vandalism, often taking up to 10,000 steps each shift
  • Incident Management and verbal de-escalation
  • Monitors flow of traffic during pickup hours
  • Stands for up to four hours per day
  • Act as First responder for emergencies
  • Stands post at secondary locations as required
  • Identify and report suspicious activity
  • Completes daily activity reports and incident reports as required
  • Access Control



Basic Qualifications:

  • Minimum 3 years of Security experience working in a school environment, or have experience as a Sworn Police Officer, Military, or Corrections Officer
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Obtains required clearances for working in school
  • Ability to complete all required training to work in schools
  • 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


Benefits:

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



To ensure Cardinal Point’s commitment to a safe and drug-free work environment, employees are required to successfully complete State and Federal criminal background checks and may be subject to random drug testing.

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