School Security Officer Pool - 2026-27 School Year
$64,162–$64,162 year
On-siteDenton, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Conduct interior and exterior campus patrols, perform weekly door audits, and maintain visible presence during high-traffic times. Coordinate with campus leadership to implement and evaluate safety protocols, manage Emergency Operation Plans, and lead the Building Emergency Response Team. Execute safety drills, train staff on Standard Response Protocols, and assist administrators with traffic flow, parking, and access control issues. Maintain firearms qualifications, complete required district training, and monitor for signs of substance abuse or other safety concerns. Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and School Resource Officers while modeling professionalism in a fast-paced educational environment.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Texas Peace Officer License issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
- Provide an updated copy of TCOLE Personal Status Report
- Provide a copy of most recent agency separation of licensee (F-5)
- TCOLE training standards are current with active license
- Must have a valid Texas driver's license
- Ability to use a firearm and successfully complete weapons qualifications
- Ability to de-escalate incidents as needed
- Ability to use force up to and including deadly force to protect lives
- Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment which is everchanging and fluid
- Must satisfactorily complete district training within 60 days of employment
- Will be subject to physical and psychological examinations upon hire
- Will be subject to Drug Test upon hire
- Must complete TCOLE Firearms Qualification upon hire
Desired Qualifications
- FEMA Incident Command certification (preferred)
- Willing to obtain certification within 6 months of employment
- Established law enforcement experience (preferred)
- Military police experience
- Out-of-state law enforcement experience
- Are willing to challenge the Texas Peace Officer's test
- General knowledge of Texas School Safety, Texas Education Agency, and Texas State Statutes
- Possess sensitivity, maturity, and other skills to work with adolescents within an educational environment
- Proficient organizational, communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
- Proficient in personal and property security techniques, electronic security, and camera systems
- Knowledge of health and safety programs and applicable state and federal laws
- Proficient in following complex oral and written instructions
- Report writing
- TCOLE Instructor
- TCOLE Firearms Instructor
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