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School Security Officer - 3 Positions

Job in Decatur, Macon County, Illinois, 62523, USA
Listing for: Decatur Public School District
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-20
Job specializations:
  • Security
    Site Security
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 25000 - 33000 USD Yearly USD 25000.00 33000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

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Openings as of 8/18/2026

School Security Officer - 3 Positions
  • Position Type:
    Student Protection/ Security
    - School Year
  • Date Posted: 8/13/2026
  • Location:

    District Assignment
  • Date Available:

    09/08/2026
  • Closing Date: 08/27/2026
TITLE:

School Security Officer QUALIFICATIONS
  • Hold a High School Diploma or its equivalent
  • Associates Degree or higher preferred
  • Previous security experience preferred
  • Provide evidence that health is adequate to fulfill the job functions and responsibilities, with reasonable accommodation pursuant to Illinois School Code.
  • Pass the State required Tuberculosis Test as required by Illinois School Code.
  • Meet such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.
SKILLS
  • Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Functions as a team member
  • Exhibits knowledge of Crisis Prevention Intervention techniques
  • Proposes, develops, and implements conflict resolution strategies
CHARACTERISTICS
  • Exhibits a personality that demonstrates interpersonal skills to relate well with Students, Staff, Administration, Parents and the Community.
  • Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
REPORTS TO:

Safety and Security Administrator

Building Administration

MAINTAINS LIAISON WITH:

Central Administration

Building Administration

Teachers and Staff

Parents and Students

School Liaison Officers

SUPERVISES:

Students, under the authority of the Principal.

JOB GOAL:

To help facilitate a safe and welcoming school environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(The following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.)

  • Interacts with the students and faculty to promote an atmosphere of safety within the school.
  • Ensures a smooth traffic flow of students through the hallways, assists students with on-time arrival to class and to assigned locations.
  • Monitors the interior/exterior of school buildings using multiple security cameras or on foot.
  • Produces and disseminates surveillance footage as necessary.
  • Removes disruptive students from classes when needed.
  • Demonstrates patience and emotional detachment in stress filled situations and displays a commanding presence that allows the officer to attain control of stress filled situations.
  • Provides crowd control at public gatherings.
  • Keeps the Administration advised on all matters dealing with security measures.
  • Watches for disturbances, fights, unauthorized visitors, or criminal activity. Assesses danger and calls for assistance if necessary.
  • Intervenes in disturbances, utilizing verbal and physical skills to obtain and maintain control of situations, as appropriate, and evaluates the situation to determine proper disposition of the situation.
  • Identifies and reports hazardous situations and maintains control of scene while notifying appropriate authorities.
  • Participates in yearly training such as, but not limited to:
  • CPI de-escalation
  • Mandatory online District Training
  • Professional Development associated with the job or District
  • Participates in other appropriate in-service and workshop programs.
  • Utilizes investigative techniques, as appropriate, in preparation of reports to Administration.
  • Displays ethical and professional behavior in working with Students, Parents, School Personnel, and Outside Agencies associated with the school.
  • Promotes a positive image and acts as a role model for students.
  • Acts as a resource to Students, Parents, and Faculty Members, meeting with them on an as needed basis.
  • Other job-related duties assigned by Administration.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
  • Salary is based upon qualifications and the established salary schedule. Work year is set in accordance with the attendance days of students.
  • Non-Exempt
EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of…

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