Armed School Security Officer - $25.00 per hour - Act 235 Required - Gladwyne, PA

Armed School Security Officer - $25.00 per hour – Act 235 required – Philadelphia, PA

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 per hour

Location: Gladwyne, PA

Schedule:

Monday to Friday - 8:45 to 3:15 PM

Schedule includes regular school hours plus occasional after-school and weekend events

Basic Qualifications:

• Must possess a minimum of five years of armed security experience
• Must possess prior experience in any of the following: Municipal Police Officer, State Trooper, Federal Police Officer, Military Police and/or Master at Arms, Military experience with a rank requiring a sidearm
• Must possess a valid PA Act 235 Certification
• Must possess a valid PA Concealed Carry Permit
• Must possess your own firearm that meets requirements and a Level 3 holster
• 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.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Be a Cardinal Point Ambassador: Be on time. Look sharp in proper uniform. Be engaged. Be consistent
• Walks up to 10,000 steps per day to patrol school facilities and grounds to prevent access to restricted areas, theft, or vandalism
• Coach and mentor students
• Incident Management and verbal de-escalation
• Maintains orderly flow of foot traffic in the hallways
• Monitors restrooms throughout the day
• Reports on maintenance concerns to appropriate personnel
• 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

Benefits:

• Paid Mandatory Training
• Accrued sick time
• Employee Recognition 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