Campus Safety and Security Officer

Diocese of Trenton; Red Bank (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan options, including 403b

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

A local parish is seeking a Campus Safety & Security Officer to oversee safety for property, students, and staff. Candidates must be retired law enforcement officers within ten years of service and hold various certifications including NJ SORA and Firearms permits. The position offers a salary range of $40,000 - $43,000 per year, along with benefits like health insurance and a retirement plan. This role plays a crucial part in maintaining a safe school environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a retired law enforcement officer with good standing.
• Must possess a valid NJ driver's license and be a resident of NJ.
• Must have excellent communication skills and be physically capable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and monitor safety at school sites within the campus.
• Enforce St. James Parish Policy and assist in maintaining an orderly environment.

Skills

Law enforcement experience

Good moral character

Firearms proficiency

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

New Jersey Firearms Identification Card

NJ PTC ‘Basic Police Officer Certification’

NJ SORA License

Job description

Position Type: Security/ Security - 12-Months

Under the supervision of St. James Parish, the Campus Safety & Security Officer (CSSO) will oversee and monitor the safety and well‑being of property, students, faculty, and staff at school sites within the campus. As directed, the CSSO will enforce applicable St. James Parish Policy and individual school rules, policies, regulations, and procedures, and assist in the maintenance of an orderly and safe school environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be a retired law enforcement officer who has previously served as a duly qualified, full‑time law enforcement officer in any municipality, county, agency of this state, bi‑state agency, or federal agency and was separated from that prior service in good standing within 10 years of appointment to this position.

Must provide a letter of good standing issued by the Chief of Police listing the date and type of retirement.

Must be a resident of N.J. and possess a valid N.J. driver’s license by appointment date.

Must be of good moral character and must not have been convicted of any offense involving dishonesty or which would make the applicant unfit to perform his or her duties.

Must possess a NJ PTC ‘Basic Police Officer Certification’ or a New Jersey State Police Academy certification.

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to read, write, and speak English well and intelligently.

Must be physically capable of passing firearms qualifications as mandated by N.J. (Must have a valid RPO (Retired Police Officer Carry Permit) and be physically capable of passing future firearms qualifications as mandated by the State Police for an RPO Carry Permit.

Possess NJ SORA (Security Officer Registration Act) License to carry a weapon.

UNIFORM AND EQUIPMENT

The Campus Safety and Security Officer (CSSO) is required to adhere to the dress code established by the Principal. The CSSO must also possess a New Jersey Firearms Identification Card and be able to obtain a handgun permit to possess a handgun meeting the specifications as approved by the Parish Director.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

The position shall be a ten‑month position.

ANNUAL EVALUATION

The Principal will evaluate the performance of this job annually.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this position is $40,000 to $43,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

BENEFITS

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan options, including 403b
• Paid time off (PTO)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please send a cover letter, resume, and other supporting documents to:

Mr. Michael Ientile, Principal, St. James Elementary