Campus Security / Armed School Guardian

ADP, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Nation Security is hiring an Armed Campus Security Officer for a full-time role in Fort Pierce, FL. The officer will protect students, staff, and visitors, maintain access control, and patrol campus grounds while responding to emergencies.

Requirements include Florida School Guardian Certificate, Florida security licenses (D and G), CPR/First Aid, and background checks. Prior security experience in educational settings is preferred.

Qualifications

• Active Florida School Guardian Card or eligibility to obtain required by sheriff

Responsibilities

• Campus Protection & Deterrence: Maintain high-visibility armed presence across campus grounds, entry gates, and common areas.
• Emergency & Active Threat Response: Serve as first responder to active threats, safety breaches, and high-risk incidents per safety protocols.
• Access Control & Visitor Screening: Verify credentials of visitors, contractors, and vehicles; manage entry portals.
• Routine Safety Patrols: Conduct interior and exterior patrols; inspect exits and hardware for readiness.
• De-escalation & Student Safety: Interact with campus community and de-escalate conflicts.
• Incident Logging: Complete daily activity logs and incident reports using mobile tools.

Skills

Armed presence on campus

Access control

Active threat response

Patrols (foot/vehicle)

Incident logging

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Florida School Guardian Certificate

Florida Class "D" Security Officer License

Florida Class "G" Statewide Firearms License

CPR / AED / First Aid certifications

Job description

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Campus Security / Armed School Guardian

Full Time NS Ft. Pierce, Fort Pierce, FL, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $23.00 Hourly

Nation Security is seeking a vigilant, dedicated, and highly qualified Armed Campus Security Officer to protect students, staff, and visitors at a premier educational facility in Fort Pierce. In this role, you will serve as the primary physical safety officer on campus, maintaining access control, conducting active patrols, and standing ready to provide immediate threat response and emergency intervention.

Primary Responsibilities

Campus Protection & Deterrence: Maintain a high-visibility armed presence across campus grounds, entry gates, and common areas to prevent unauthorized access and deter security threats.

Emergency & Active Threat Response: Serve as the immediate first responder to active assailant events, safety breaches, and high-risk incidents in strict accordance with state and school safety protocols.

Access Control & Visitor Screening: Verify credentials of all incoming visitors, contractors, and vehicles; manage campus entry portals and secure physical perimeter doors.

Routine Safety Patrols: Perform continuous interior and exterior foot/vehicle patrols; inspect physical barriers, emergency exits, and security hardware for operational readiness.

De-escalation & Student Safety: Engage positively with the school community while utilizing conflict de-escalation methods to mitigate low-level behavioral issues or campus disruptions.

Incident Logging: Complete precise daily activity logs and detailed incident reports using mobile workforce technology.

Mandatory Job Qualifications

1. State Licensing & Guardian Credentials

Florida School Guardian Certificate: Must possess an active School Guardian Certificate issued by a Florida County Sheriff’s Office pursuant to F.S. § 1006.12 / F.S. § 30.15 (Coach Aaron Feis Guardian Program).

Note: Candidates with prior Florida law enforcement / military experience who qualify for a Sheriff Guardian waiver, or candidates eligible to complete the 144-hour Sheriff's Guardian Academy, are encouraged to apply.

Florida Class "D" Security Officer License: Active state license required.

Florida Class "G" Statewide Firearms License: Active state armed security endorsement required.

Life Safety Certifications: Active CPR / AED / First Aid certification (Tactical Medical / Stop the Bleed preferred).

2. Vetting & Screening Standards

Age Requirement: Must be at least 21 years old.

Education: Minimum High School Diploma or GED.

Background Clearance: Must clear a Level II FBI and FDLE fingerprint background check with zero disqualifying felony or violent misdemeanor records.

Psychological & Drug Testing: Must pass a comprehensive psychological evaluation administered by an FDLE-designated Florida-licensed psychologist and pass a 10-panel pre-employment drug screen (plus ongoing random screens).

3. Preferred Experience

2+ years of experience in law enforcement, military service (honorably discharged), or high-level armed security operations.

Prior experience working within K-12 educational environments, youth programs, or public-sector security is strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, and conduct foot patrols outdoors in varying Florida weather conditions for extended periods.

Ability to run and physically respond to any point on campus rapidly during an emergency.

Meet law enforcement visual and auditory response standards.

Nation Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.