Former Law Enforcement School Security Officer

Unarmed School Security Officer

Former Law Enforcement (Police Officer or State Trooper) required

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Pay rate: $25.00 per hour

Schedule:

Monday to Friday - 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Schedule follows the school calendar with an occasional after school and Saturdays as required and two months off during the summer break

What You’ll Do

• Maintain a visible, professional presence throughout the school
• Patrol entrances, hallways, common areas, grounds, and safety hot spots
• Support visitor management and access-control procedures
• Identify suspicious behavior and report concerns early
• Use verbal de-escalation during student, parent, and staff conflicts
• Build professional relationships while maintaining clear boundaries
• Respond calmly during emergencies and critical incidents
• Communicate by radio and write clear, factual incident reports
• Arrive on time, look sharp, stay engaged, and remain consistent

Basic Qualifications:

• Retired or honorably separated Municipal Police Officer or State Trooper
• Graduate from Municipal Police Officer Education, Training Commission’s Police Academy, OR State Police Academy
• Experience as Military Police or Master at Arms can also be considered
• Current clearances as required by the laws of Pennsylvania (24 P.S. § 1-111) weapons use/baton use/restrain procedures.
• Must be willing to obtain clearances as required by the Child Protective Services Law and PA School Code.
• Able to work well under pressure.
• 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).

Benefits:

• Paid Mandatory Training
• Accrued Sick Time
• Employee Recognition Program
• Employee Referral Program
• 401K eligibility after six months of employment