Poly Prep seeks applicants for the position of Security Officer. A School Security Officer plays a vital role in maintaining a safe and supportive school environment. By combining enforcement with approachability, this role ensures that students, faculty & families feel secure while fostering a respectful, orderly atmosphere. This position is for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES 

7am - 4pm shift, Weekend Rotation at Dyker Campus 8am- 4pm
Hours may be subject to change due to school functions and needs of the department/institution

• Monitor entrances, hallways, and school grounds to ensure safety and prevent unauthorized access
• Assist with and participate in all scheduled fire drills, lockdown drills, and other emergency preparedness exercises
• Supervise and coordinate with staff on school bus arrival and dismissal procedures including bus tracking and incident reporting
• Respond promptly to any security issues or disturbances within the school or surrounding campus areas
• Report and document all safety violations, suspicious activities, and accidents in accordance with school policies
• Provide a visible security presence to deter misconduct and reassure staff and students
• Assist with traffic and crowd control during school events or emergencies.
• Monitor security cameras and alarm systems (if applicable)
• Enforce school rules and regulations regarding student conduct, visitor access, and property use.
• Work collaboratively with school administration, staff, and local law enforcement as needed.
• Perform any other security-related duties as assigned by the administration.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:  High school diploma or equivalent required; some college or security training preferred.

Experience: 3-5 years of experience in school security preferred.

Specific Skills:

• Situational awareness and alertness to identify and respond to potential safety threats quickly

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for interacting with students, staff, parents, and emergency personnel

• Crisis management and de-escalation skills, especially during emergencies or behavioral incidents

• Ability to follow and enforce safety protocols, school policies, and regulations

• Technical proficiency with radios, security systems, surveillance equipment, and bus tracking tools

• Teamwork and collaboration skills for working with administrators, staff, and law enforcement
• Sound judgment and decision-making, especially under pressure or in high-stress situations
• Physical fitness and mobility to patrol the school, respond quickly to incidents, and stand for extended periods of time.
• Conflict resolution skills to help resolve disputes calmly and fairly
  
  

Certifications/License: 

• NY State Department of Security Guard License (must have)
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Fire License (If a candidate does not have the following fire certifications at time of hire, they will be required to obtain and an outlined timeline will be laid out with the candidate.)
• S95 - Supervision of fire alarm systems and other related systems
• F07 - Fire and emergency drill conductor. 
• F03 - Indoor place of assembly safety personnel. 
• F01 – Fire Guard for Impairment (Citywide) 

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