Campus Lead Security Officer - Various Sites

Young World Physical Education

Mesa (AZ)

On-site

USD 26,174 - 27,552

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Retirement matched through Arizona State Retirement System

Health and life insurance

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is looking for a Campus Lead Security Officer in Mesa, Arizona. This full-time role ensures a safe and orderly environment for students, staff, and visitors. Responsibilities include guiding security monitors, enforcing school regulations, and managing security issues.

The position requires a High School diploma or GED, with preferred qualifications in criminal justice. The salary starts at $19.89 per hour, with additional benefits like retirement matching and health insurance.

Qualifications

Must possess effective communication skills with students, staff, and public.
Ability to stand or walk for long periods is required.
Must successfully complete security training program before the end of probation.

Responsibilities

Direct and guide security monitors assigned to the site.
Assist in enforcing school district regulations and state laws.
Submit reports to school as required.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to stand or walk for long periods

Calm under pressure

Education

High School diploma or GED

College classes in criminal justice or related field

Job description

Campus Lead Security Officer - Various Sites

Mesa USD 4 School Safety & Security - Mesa, Arizona

Job Details

Job ID: 5798269

Application Deadline: Apr 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Jun 29, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Forbes names Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.
East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

Employment Type: Full-time (40 hours per week)

Base Hourly: $19.89

Class/Calendar: B21, 9.25 months

Benefits: Sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance

Performance Pay: Available annually

New Hire Experience: 1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to ten-year maximum

New Hire Education: 1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary: To assist in maintaining a safe, secure, and orderly learning environment for students, staff, and visitors; to gather information to resolve security issues and determine appropriate response; to convey information and provide written support; to direct, manage and guide security monitors assigned to site.

Key Responsibilities

Direct and guide security monitors assigned to site
Assist administrators in the enforcement of all school district regulations and state laws and report infractions of such rules to the appropriate authorities
Serve as witness in a disciplinary due process hearing or court case as required
Submit oral and written reports to school/district as requiredMaintain vigilance and assist in crime prevention on campuses and sites
Identify students and non-students who are in violation of school rules or state laws and report to the appropriate authorities
Ensure all security team members are adhering to all district policies, guidelines, protocols, and standard operation procedures
Assist Security Attendance Specialist with truant students
Assist bus driver with bus security and discipline problems on campus
Coordinate with site administrators on daily security needs, special events (sports games, dances, graduation), and after-hours activities. Assist with extracurricular events as needed.
Assist with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools
Regular and on-time attendance required
Perform other duties as assigned by the school administration or District Security Supervisor.

Required Qualifications

High School diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications

College classes in criminal justice or related field
Knowledge of Arizona laws pertaining to schools, youth, and school attendance
Experience working with youth and public
Experience in law enforcement or school security

Skills & Competencies

Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, parents and public; good verbal and written communication skills; maintain confidentiality
Ability to work split shifts or extra duty events when needed
Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
Successfully pass agility test for security staff
Successful completion of security training program prior to the end of probationary period

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Must be able to work both indoors (classrooms, hallways, offices) and outdoors (school grounds, access gates, parking lots) regardless of weather.
Interactions with students, staff, parents, and occasionally law enforcement
May be required to respond quickly to emergencies or behavioral incidents
Collaborates with school administrators, teachers, staff, students, and local law enforcement
High-stress situations: Must be calm under pressure, especially during incidents involving violence, confrontations, threats, or medical emergencies
May include early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends for events
Frequent walking, standing, and patrolling for extended periods
May need to intervene in physical altercations or restrain individuals if necessary
Must occasionally lift or move items up to 50 lbs (e.g., barriers, equipment, or students in emergencies)

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.

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