Armed School Security Officer Arlington TX

Tier One Holdings, LLC; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Uniforms provided

DPS licensing fees

Tier One training

SBSR training

Paid training

Full-time positions

Job summary

Tier One Holdings, LLC is seeking a school security professional to enforce laws, prevent crimes, and maintain campus safety under indirect supervision. The role involves coordinating with law enforcement, managing visitors, and delivering tailored safety trainings across grade levels.

The position requires a valid driver license, a High School diploma, and the ability to pass a background check. Starting pay is $20/hr with comprehensive benefits and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have Level III license preferred.
• Must own a full-size 9mm firearm.
• Must have a valid driver license.
• High School degree or equivalent.
• Ability to handle physical workload.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to conduct a physical fitness assessment.
• Must be capable of passing a background check.
• Must be 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Enforces laws, prevents crimes, and maintains security of the school campus.
• Liaises with school administration, law enforcement, and the public as needed.
• Checks in visitors and contractors using visitor management systems.
• Delivers classroom presentations tailored to grade level and topic.
• Coordinates emergency drills and supports emergency planning and training.
• Supports law enforcement during emergencies and performs admin tasks for security services.

Skills

Level 3 License

Owns firearm

Driver license

High School diploma

Physical workload

Attention to detail

Physical fitness test

Background check

21 years old

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

Under the indirect supervision of the School Security Sergeant, performs a wide variety of duties involved in the enforcement of laws, prevention of crimes, and maintaining the security of the school campus, students, faculty, and visitors of the school; conducts liaison between school administration, law enforcement agencies, and the public in support of the school’s goals and objectives; fosters relationships with the students, their families, and the faculty. Uses various visitor management systems to check in all visitors and contractors on campus; camera systems to locate, identify, and track suspicious and/or identified persons and activities. Delivers classroom presentations that are tailored to each grade level and topic as requested. Coordinates all emergency drills to maintain state compliance and acts as the Subject Matter Expert for all emergency planning and training. Provides support and assistance to law enforcement during emergencies and provides a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of security services and activities.

With over 200 years of law enforcement and military training, the Tier One leadership team is equipped with the knowledge and first-hand experience to develop comprehensive security strategies for school campuses, faith-based organizations, and vulnerable communities. Through leadership, education, and training we aim to change the culture and perception of public safety.

** MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:**

• Level 3 License, preferred
• M ust own a full-size 9mm firearm
• Must have a valid driver license
• High School degree or equivalent
• Ability to handle physical workload
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to conduct a physical fitness assessment.
• Must be capable of passing a background check
• 21 years of age

** ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR CONSIDERATION:**

• May be required to work beyond normal hours. Examples may include extra-curricular activities (sports events, club activities, dances) and emergencies such as medical emergencies, active shooter situations, and suicide intervention, to list a few.
• Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors which may result in exposure to inclement weather and be able to walk, run, climb, crawl, sit or stand for extended periods of time and must be able to perform all activities faced by emergency first responders.
• Ability to investigate suspicious circumstances, persons, vehicles, etc. Incumbents may be required to physically restrain parties involved in a conflict. In extreme cases, incumbents may be exposed to violent and/or armed confrontations. This position may involve routine exposure to blood or body fluids.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to apply critical thinking skills in rendering solutions to various issues that arise in the area of responsibility; must be able to effectively communicate with school staff, students, families, and law enforcement professionals; extensive communications (verbal and written) is required; will be responsible for managing witnesses and others when handling or responding to incidents; requires the use of sound judgment; and possess the ability to work with everyone.
• Required basic computer proficiency including the ability to operate Microsoft Office, Outlook, and other office software platforms such as incident reporting software.
• Regular attendance is required for this position.

** TRAINING:** The Tier One Training Academy provides a full spectrum of security training for anyone seeking a career in this field. All candidates who do not have a Level III are required to attend a 5-day unpaid Tier One Level III training, followed by Tier One School Based Security Response training, prior to placement in a school. Level III holders only need to take the Level III written assessment and pass the shooting range with a 90% score or better.

** RESPONSIBILITIES:** Varies due to assignment and specific post orders.

** PAY:** Starting pay is $20/hr.

** BENEFITS:** Tier One provides benefits to our employees:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (50% company paid)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance and AD&D (100% company paid)
• Uniforms and equipment (excluding firearm)
• Paid DPS PSB licensing fees
• Tier One Level III & Level IV training
• School-Based Safety Response (SBSR) training
• Ongoing paid training and advancement opportunities
• Full time positions available