Armed Campus Safety Officer

Nation Security Services, LLC; Florida; Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 66.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Nation Security Services, LLC is seeking an Armed Campus Security Officer to protect students, staff, and visitors at a premier educational campus. You will maintain a highly visible armed presence, control access, and respond to emergencies with strict adherence to safety protocols.

The role requires Florida guardian credentials, state licenses, and lifesafety certifications. You will perform routine patrols, deter threats, and document incidents using mobile tools while engaging with the

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Active Florida School Guardian Certificate.
• Active Florida Class D Security License.
• Active Florida Class G Firearms License.
• CPR / AED / First Aid certifications.

Aufgaben

• Maintain high-visibility armed presence across campus to deter threats.
• Respond as first line of defense to active threats and emergencies.
• Control access; verify visitors and vehicles; secure entry points.
• Conduct interior and exterior patrols; inspect doors and exits.
• De-escalate incidents and engage with students respectfully.
• Accurately log daily activities and incidents with mobile tech.

Kenntnisse

De-escalation

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Florida Class D Security License

Florida Class G Firearms License

CPR / AED / First Aid

School Guardian Certificate

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

Job Description

Nation Security is seeking a vigilant, dedicated, and highly qualified Armed Campus Security Officer to protect students, staff, and visitors at a premier educational facility in Fort Pierce. In this role, you will serve as the primary physical safety officer on campus, maintaining access control, conducting active patrols, and standing ready to provide immediate threat response and emergency intervention.

Primary Responsibilities

• Campus Protection & Deterrence: Maintain a high-visibility armed presence across campus grounds, entry gates, and common areas to prevent unauthorized access and deter security threats.

• Emergency & Active Threat Response: Serve as the immediate first responder to active assailant events, safety breaches, and high-risk incidents in strict accordance with state and school safety protocols.

• Access Control & Visitor Screening: Verify credentials of all incoming visitors, contractors, and vehicles; manage campus entry portals and secure physical perimeter doors.

• Routine Safety Patrols: Perform continuous interior and exterior foot/vehicle patrols; inspect physical barriers, emergency exits, and security hardware for operational readiness.

• De-escalation & Student Safety: Engage positively with the school community while utilizing conflict de-escalation methods to mitigate low-level behavioral issues or campus disruptions.

• Incident Logging: Complete precise daily activity logs and detailed incident reports using mobile workforce technology.

Mandatory Job Qualifications1. State Licensing & Guardian Credentials

• Florida School Guardian Certificate: Must possess an active School Guardian Certificate issued by a Florida County Sheriff’s Office pursuant to F.S. § 1006.12 / F.S. § 30.15 (Coach Aaron Feis Guardian Program).

  • Note: Candidates with prior Florida law enforcement / military experience who qualify for a Sheriff Guardian waiver, or candidates eligible to complete the 144-hour Sheriff's Guardian Academy, are encouraged to apply.

• Florida Class "D" Security Officer License: Active state license required.

• Florida Class "G" Statewide Firearms License: Active state armed security endorsement required.

• Life Safety Certifications: Active CPR / AED / First Aid certification (Tactical Medical / Stop the Bleed preferred).

2. Vetting & Screening Standards

• Age Requirement: Must be at least 21 years old.

• Education: Minimum High School Diploma or GED.

• Background Clearance: Must clear a Level II FBI and FDLE fingerprint background check with zero disqualifying felony or violent misdemeanor records.

• Psychological & Drug Testing: Must pass a comprehensive psychological evaluation administered by an FDLE-designated Florida-licensed psychologist and pass a 10-panel pre-employment drug screen (plus ongoing random screens).

3. Preferred Experience

• 2+ years of experience in law enforcement, military service (honorably discharged), or high-level armed security operations.

• Prior experience working within K-12 educational environments, youth programs, or public-sector security is strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and conduct foot patrols outdoors in varying Florida weather conditions for extended periods.

• Ability to run and physically respond to any point on campus rapidly during an emergency.

• Meet law enforcement visual and auditory response standards.

To Apply

Submit your resume and attach clear copies of your Class D License, Class G License, and active Florida School Guardian Certificate (or CJSTC Law Enforcement documentation if applicable).

Nation Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.