Security Officer lll - SY

Position Type :
School Safety / Security Officer III

Date Posted : 6 / 27 / 2025

Location :
Ben Furlong Education Center - District Office

Job Description :
The Security Officer lll, is a standalone class that supports the work of the Emergency Management Team. Incumbents provide security for the school district staff, students, buildings and property through patrol of school building(s) and building perimeters, including parking lots to prevent unuauthorized visitors or property damage and to provide for general building security.

Duties and Responsibilties :
The Security Officer lll will collaborate with and assist the school safety team that includes administration staff, counselors, social workers and teachers. The Security Officer lll will provide the safety team expertise in security and criminal matters to include but not limited to threats such as social media threats, assaults, fights, trespassing and illegal drug activity. Will make mandatory reporting and physical security recommendations.

Class Specification :
Security Officer lll

Job Qualifications :
High School Diploma or GED and two years of security or law enforcement experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Graduation from a formal police academy or other formal security related training preferred.

• Two years of experience working with K-8th grade students preferred.
• Two years of experience in diffusing volatile incidents and interactions to include extensive knowledge on proper application of use of force preferred.

Licensing / Certification Requirements :
Valid AZ Drivers License;
Valid IVP Level One AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card is required.

Employment Information : 25 / 26 School Year; 40 hours per week.

Salary : B22 $ 20.81 / hr entry level Support Salary Schedule