Armed School Security Officer - Fort Worth

Tier One; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid uniforms and equipment

Paid training and continuing education

FREE Tier One Security Academy

Company-paid Texas Level III licensing

Holidays and summers off (unpaid)

Medical, dental, vision, life, and, if

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Tier One in Texas is seeking an Armed School Security Officer to provide a calm, professional presence on campus, protecting students, staff, and property while upholding laws and district policies.

You will serve as the primary security professional on your campus, build relationships with students, families, and local law enforcement, lead safety drills, and deliver age-appropriate safety education.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or GED (college coursework or degree preferred).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Texas Level III Commissioned Security Officer License.
• Ability to legally possess and carry a firearm while performing duties.
• Pass background investigations, drug screening, and licensing requirements.
• Excellent communication, report-writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Meet Tier One's physical and professional performance standards (sit-ups, push-ups, and a 50-yard dash).

Responsibilities

• Provide a highly visible, professional security presence to protect students, staff, visitors, and property.
• Serve as the primary security professional on your campus.
• Build trusted relationships with students, families, educators, administrators, and law enforcement.
• Foster a welcoming, safe, and respectful campus environment.
• Enforce applicable laws, school policies, and security procedures with sound judgment.
• Monitor visitor management, access control, surveillance systems, and campus activity.
• Identify, investigate, and respond to suspicious activity or security concerns.
• Coordinate emergency drills and maintain state compliance.
• Serve as campus subject-matter expert for emergency planning, preparedness, and training.
• Deliver age-appropriate presentations on safety and emergency preparedness.
• Support responding law enforcement and emergency personnel during incidents.
• Prepare accurate reports, documentation, and administrative records.

Skills

Communication

Report-writing

Interpersonal skills

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or GED

College coursework or degree preferred

Job description

At Tier One, we believe every child deserves to feel safe enough to learn, and every teacher deserves to teach without fear. As an Armed School Security Officer, you'll be the professional who makes that possible, the person students know by name, the calm presence on an ordinary day, and the one everyone depends on when it matters most.

If you've worn a badge, served in the military, worked in security, or simply feel called to protect others, you already understand that real security is about earning trust, not just carrying a firearm.

What You'll Do

• Protect students, faculty, staff, visitors, and school property through a highly visible, professional security presence.
• Serve as the primary security professional assigned to your campus.
• Build trusted relationships with students, families, educators, administrators, and local law enforcement.
• Foster a welcoming, safe, and respectful campus environment.
• Enforce applicable laws, school policies, and security procedures with sound judgment and professionalism.
• Monitor visitor management, access control, surveillance systems, and campus activity.
• Identify, investigate, and respond to suspicious activity or security concerns.
• Coordinate emergency drills and maintain state compliance.
• Serve as the campus subject-matter expert for emergency planning, preparedness, and training.
• Deliver age-appropriate presentations on safety and emergency preparedness.
• Support responding law enforcement and emergency personnel during critical incidents.
• Prepare accurate reports, documentation, and administrative records.

What You'll Need

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED (college coursework or degree preferred).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Texas Level III Commissioned Security Officer License.
• Ability to legally possess and carry a firearm while performing assigned duties.
• Ability to pass all background investigations, drug screening, and licensing requirements.
• Excellent communication, report-writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet Tier One's physical and professional performance standards, including sit-ups, push-ups, and a 50-yard dash.

Who Thrives Here

The best people in this role are calm under pressure, emotionally mature, and dependable. Retired or former law enforcement officers, military veterans, and licensed Texas Commissioned Security Officers all do well here, as do newcomers ready to earn their license through our academy. What they share is sound judgment, genuine respect for others, and a commitment to protecting children and serving their community.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation as a W-2 employee
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and critical-care insurance
• Monday–Friday schedules aligned with school calendars (based on assignment)
• Holidays and summers off. These breaks are unpaid but ideal anyone who values that time with family & community
• Company-paid uniforms and equipment
• Paid training and continuing education
• FREE Tier One Security Academy for qualified candidates
• Company-paid Texas Level III licensing fees upon successful academy completion
• Opportunities for advancement
• A culture built on professionalism, service, accountability, and teamwork

No License? We'll Help You Earn It.

We believe character matters more than credentials. If you have the desire to serve but don't yet hold a Texas Level III Commissioned Security Officer License, qualified candidates may attend our FREE five-day Tier One Security Academy — intensive, instructor-led training from experienced law enforcement and military professionals. There is no tuition or training cost, our curriculum exceeds minimum licensing standards, and upon successful completion and satisfaction of all state requirements, Tier One pays your Texas Level III licensing fees.

About Tier One

Founded in 2018 in Dallas, Tier One Holdings was built by senior leaders from military, law enforcement, and intelligence backgrounds who believed private security could operate at a higher standard. Today we are one of Texas' most trusted providers of integrated security services, protecting schools, businesses, places of worship, and critical infrastructure across the state. Backed by more than 200 years of combined military, law enforcement, and public safety leadership, our recruiting, training, and performance standards exceed state minimums — because the people we protect deserve nothing less.

Join a Mission That Matters

Some jobs offer a paycheck. This one offers purpose. If you believe protecting children is one of the highest callings in public service, we invite you to join the Tier One family.

Apply today. Your next mission starts here.