Armed School Security Officer at Cardinal Point Homeland Security Group Mount Prospect, IL

Cardinal Point Homeland Security Group; Mount Prospect (IL); On-site; USD 35,817 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Mandatory Training.

Paid Time Off.

Employee Recognition Program.

Tuition Assistance.

Job summary

Cardinal Point Security Group in Mount Prospect, IL seeks an Armed School Security Officer to help maintain a safe learning environment by monitoring entrances, patrolling corridors, and responding to incidents.

The role requires five years of armed security experience, school setting experience, firearms qualification, and PA certifications; the officer will be on-site with a Monday–Friday schedule and may work after-hours or events as needed.

Qualifications

• Five years of armed security officer experience.
• Three years of security officer experience in a school setting.
• Valid PA Act 235 Certification.
• Valid PA Concealed Carry Permit.
• Must possess your own firearm.
• Must be able to pass firearms qualification course.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Consent to drug screen and criminal background investigation.
• Consent to obtain required clearances for working in a school.
• No felony or misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude.
• Reliable means of communication (cell phone and email).
• Ability to comprehend and utilize English (verbal and written).
• Reliable transportation.
• Professional and courteous demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Be a Cardinal Point Ambassador: be on time, look sharp in uniform, stay engaged.
• Coach and mentor students.
• Manage incidents and de-escalate when needed.
• Maintain orderly foot traffic flow in hallways.
• Monitor restrooms.
• Report maintenance concerns.
• Patrol facilities up to 10,000 steps daily to deter unauthorised access and vandalism.
• Stand for up to four hours daily.
• Act as first responder for emergencies.
• Stand posts at secondary locations as required.
• Identify and report suspicious activity.
• Foster positive relationships with staff and students.
• Access control and CCTV monitoring.

Skills

De-escalation

Incident management

Observation

Communication

Crowd control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PA Act 235 Certification

PA Concealed Carry Permit

Own firearm

Job description

Armed School Security Officer – Cardinal Point Homeland Security Group

Mount Prospect, IL. Cardinal Point Security Group is building a team of Security Officers who will facilitate a safe learning environment and keep students, staff, and faculty safe from violence.

Pay: $30.00  Location: Philadelphia PA, 19121
Schedule: Monday to Friday 7:45 AM to 4:45 PM. Position follows the school calendar, with 2 months off during the summer. Schedule includes regular school hours and occasional after‑school, and weekend events as needed. Summer camp hours may be required.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Be a Cardinal Point Ambassador: Be on time, look sharp in proper uniform, be engaged, be consistent.
• Coach and mentor students.
• Incident management and verbal de‑escalation.
• Maintain orderly flow of foot traffic in the hallways.
• Monitor restrooms throughout the day.
• Report maintenance concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Walk up to 10,000 steps per day to patrol school facilities and grounds to prevent access to restricted areas, theft, or vandalism.
• Stand for up to four hours per day.
• Act as first responder for emergencies.
• Stand post at secondary locations as required.
• Identify and report suspicious activity.
• Cultivate positive relationships with staff and students.
• Access control.
• Monitor CCTV.

Basic Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Municipal Police Officer or a State Trooper.
• Five years of experience as an armed security officer.
• Three years of experience as a security officer in a school setting.
• Must possess a valid PA Act 235 Certification.
• Must possess a valid PA Concealed Carry Permit.
• Must possess your own firearm.
• Must be able to pass firearms qualification course.
• Able to work well under pressure.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Consent to a drug screen and completing criminal background investigation.
• Consent to obtain required clearances for working in school.
• 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).
• Reliable means of transportation.
• Must possess a professional and courteous demeanor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License.

Benefits

• Paid Mandatory Training.
• Paid Time Off.
• Employee Recognition Program.
• Tuition Assistance.

To ensure compliance with Cardinal Point’s commitment to a drug‑free workplace, employees may be subject to random drug screens.

Cardinal Point Security Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.