Campus Safety & Security Officer

Cobb County School District; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cobb County School District Police Department is seeking a Police Officer to provide individual and property protection and to manage campus safety and security for all school activities and events.

Officers will monitor campuses, coordinate safety efforts, and respond to emergencies while maintaining compliance with POST requirements and district policies. This role requires 21+ years old with prior law enforcement experience and Georgia POST certification.

Qualifications

• Educational level: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certification/License: Georgia POST certified and in good standing; background and drug screening per POST requirements.
• Experience: Must be 21+ with prior law enforcement experience.
• Physical: Capable of required fitness for academy training.
• Knowledge/Abilities: Written and oral communication; carry a service weapon; pass exams (polygraph, psych, fitness, drug, medical).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Develops and maintains campus safety and security program.
• Establishes and implements traffic control on school campuses.
• Directs visitors according to policies.
• Protects campus from disturbances and criminal activity.
• Coordinates district-wide safety and security programs.
• Collaborates with Cobb County Court system.
• Assists with extracurricular activities as needed.
• Reports criminal activity to CCSD Police Department.
• Participates in stakeout and patrol operations as assigned.
• Responds to emergencies (crimes, alarms).
• Attends in-service training and meets standards.

Skills

Written & Verbal Communication

Physical Fitness

Background Investigation Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Georgia POST Certification

Job description

The Cobb County School District Police Department is seeking a Police Officer to provide individual and property protection and to manage campus safety and security for all school activities and events.

Officers will monitor campuses, coordinate safety efforts, and respond to emergencies while maintaining compliance with POST requirements and district policies. This role requires 21+ years old with prior law enforcement experience and Georgia POST certification.