Armed School Security Officer: Protect Students, Campuses

Tier One; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Training & education

Job summary

Tier One is seeking an Armed School Security Officer to provide a highly visible security presence on campus. You will act as the primary security professional for your site, establish trusted relationships with students and staff, and coordinate with local law enforcement to keep the school environment safe.

The role emphasizes compliance with school policies, incident reporting, emergency drills, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED (college coursework or degree preferred).
• Texas Level III Commissioned Security Officer License or ability to obtain.
• Ability to legally possess and carry a firearm.
• Ability to pass background investigations, drug screening, and licensing requirements.
• Excellent communication, report-writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Able to meet Tier One's physical and professional standards.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Report writing

Calm under pressure

Interpersonal skills

Observational skills

Threat assessment

Teamwork

Public safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

College coursework or degree preferred

Job description

Tier One is seeking an Armed School Security Officer to provide a highly visible security presence on campus. You will act as the primary security professional for your site, establish trusted relationships with students and staff, and coordinate with local law enforcement to keep the school environment safe.

The role emphasizes compliance with school policies, incident reporting, emergency drills, and ongoing training.