Armed School Security Officer — Campus Safety Lead

Allied Universal; Toutle (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Holiday pay

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a District School Security Officer to serve on K-12 campuses, providing a trusted, visible presence and assisting with safety, behavior and community engagement.

The role requires an armed security certification in Washington, three years of armed security experience, and completion of the District School Security Officer Training. Pay rate is $26.00 per hour for on-site work in Toutle, WA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Armed Security Guard Certification in the state of Washington.
• Post hire, able to complete state required District School Security Officer (DSSO) Training Program.
• Minimum of three (3) years of armed security experience, preferably in an educational campus environment.
• Must be 21 years of age or older, if required by the state.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement and handle sensitive matters with discretion.
• Excellent oral and written interpersonal communication skills; ability to mediate conflict with tact and diplomacy.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a visible and active presence on campus, addressing behavior, safety, and social concerns.
• Conduct routine patrols of school facilities, including buildings and parking areas.
• Operate security systems such as alarms and surveillance equipment.
• Provide guidance and support to students to help maintain a positive educational environment.
• Coordinate security efforts for extracurricular events and crowd management.
• Collaborate with local law enforcement on incidents that could impact school safety.
• Complete reports, logs, and documentation accurately and on time.

Skills

Critical thinking

Judgement

Interpersonal communication

Conflict mediation

Observational awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Alarms

Surveillance equipment

Job description

Allied Universal is hiring a District School Security Officer to serve on K-12 campuses, providing a trusted, visible presence and assisting with safety, behavior and community engagement.

The role requires an armed security certification in Washington, three years of armed security experience, and completion of the District School Security Officer Training. Pay rate is $26.00 per hour for on-site work in Toutle, WA.