Armed Security Officer​/Residency Officer

Armed Security Officer/Residency Officer

• Date Posted: 7/16/2025
• Location:
  
  District Wide
• Date Available:
  
  09/01/2025
• Closing Date: 11/29/2025

• Possession of a valid State of NJ Permit to Carry a Handgun for Retired Law Enforcement Officers
• Possession of a valid Retired Pollice Officer Identification Card
• Possession of a valid NJ Driver’s License
• Annual certification of good health signed by licensed physician to include certification for physician that applicant can perform the duties of this job description. Submission to substance abuse screening and random testing.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations of the school district and the laws of the City of Garfield and ability to perform assigned duties.
• Interest in working with all students and establishing positive relationships with administration, staff, and students.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain successful relationships and collaborate with all members of the educational community.
• Demonstrated knowledge of laws and regulations regarding child welfare.
• Maintains confidentiality as required and appropriate
• Demonstrate strong computer skills, a working knowledge of computer systems including video management system (VMS), student database system, the internet, excel, word processing, etc.
• Effective problem-solving, human relations and communication skills.
• Must have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative
• Bilingual preferred
• Required criminal history check and proof of
• U.S. citizenship or resident alien status.
• Knowledge of child welfare and compusory education laws and regulations and minimum experience as determined by the Board.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with children and adults, and sensitivity to cultural diversity.

Director of Security, Building Principal or Designee, Superintendent, Business Administrator

To provide security and protection for students, staff, and school property.

The duties of this job require the following physical activities: walking, sitting, standing, reaching, pulling and/or pushing, carrying, repetitive motions, speaking, listening, and visual acuity. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Comply with all the rules and regulations associated with the policy and procedures of the district and Administrative Code N.J.S.A. 2C:39:6 Retired Law Enforcement Officer Program (RPO)
• Assess the situation and notify local police immediately while using best judgement to respond appropriately to protect the safety and well‑being of staff and students.
• Collaborate with the Garfield Police Department and assist law enforcement officials when necessary, according to the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the school district, the Garfield Police Department and Bergen County Prosecutors Office.
• Provide security and surveillance of the entire areas assigned, including school, school grounds and parking lot.
• Note and report irregularities, issues with student behavior, dangerous practices, hazardous conditions, accidents, fires, and other circumstances which affect the health and welfare of students and staff to the Building Principal, Director of Security or Designee.
• Escort students throughout the building when necessary.
• Participate and assume responsibilities in directing staff/students during school safety drills
• Takes necessary action to correct all issues in keeping with established procedures and district protocols and reports to the Building Principal, Director of Security, or designee.
• Maintain control of crowds during school functions.
• Insure all visitors entering the schools or on school property are properly signed in through the electronic software tracking program in accordance with established procedures and district protocols.
• Announce all visitors to the appropriate staff and escort them to the desired location.
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