Campus Security Officer | Full-Time

Joffe Emergency Services; Rancho Palos Verdes (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Training provided

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits for

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Joffe Emergency Services is seeking a full-time Campus Safety Officer to support a Palos Verdes area school campus. The role emphasizes a calm, cooperative presence among students, staff, and families, with a focus on safety during daily campus activities and events.

Ideal candidates possess a high school diploma or GED, an active Guard Card, and CPR certification, with customer service experience and comfort working independently in dynamic environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 6-months of security experience preferred.
• Must have an active Guard Card.
• Must have an active CPR certificate.
• Customer service experience required.
• Experience working with children or students preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working independently and in dynamic environments.
• Ability to remain calm and professional during high-pressure situations.
• Must be able to read and write English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and secure campus environment for students, staff, and visitors.
• Serve as a visible and approachable presence throughout campus.
• Respond to campus incidents, emergencies, and safety concerns.
• Monitor student behavior and help enforce school policies and procedures.
• Conduct routine patrols and safety inspections of campus grounds and facilities.
• Assist with traffic flow, parking, and visitor access.
• Write detailed incident reports and document security-related activity.
• Support school administration with safety and security needs as requested.
• Assist with campus investigations, including reviewing camera footage and gathering information.
• Help ensure campus buildings and facilities are properly secured.
• Build positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and local law enforcement.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Calm under pressure

Independent work

Student engagement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Guard Card

CPR certificate

Job description

Description

About Joffe Emergency Services

Joffe Emergency Services is a nationally recognized provider of school safety, event safety, emergency response training, and security services. Our mission is to help create safer environments through proactive safety practices, strong relationships, and highly trained personnel.

Our Campus Safety Division partners with schools to provide a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Position Overview

Joffe Emergency Services is seeking a professional and dependable full-time Campus Safety Officer (CSO) to support a school campus in the Palos Verdes, CA area. This full-time position is expected to begin in mid-November 2026, with a Monday–Friday schedule. Shift times are still being finalized, and occasional weekend availability or extended hours may be required to support school rentals and events.

This role goes beyond traditional security — Campus Safety Officers are trusted members of the school community who help foster a safe, positive, and supportive campus environment. Ideal candidates are calm under pressure, approachable, observant, and comfortable working with students, staff, and families on a daily basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and secure campus environment for students, staff, and visitors
• Serve as a visible and approachable presence throughout campus
• Respond to campus incidents, emergencies, and safety concerns
• Monitor student behavior and help enforce school policies and procedures
• Conduct routine patrols and safety inspections of campus grounds and facilities
• Assist with traffic flow, parking, and visitor access
• Write detailed incident reports and document security-related activity
• Support school administration with safety and security needs as requested
• Assist with campus investigations, including reviewing camera footage and gathering information
• Help ensure campus buildings and facilities are properly secured
• Build positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and local law enforcement

Requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 6-months of security experience preferred
• Must have an active Guard Card
• Must have an active CPR certificate
• Customer service experience required
• Experience working with children or students preferred
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working independently and in dynamic environments
• Ability to remain calm and professional during high-pressure situations
• Must be able to read and write English fluently

Physical & Work Environment

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to perform routine patrols across campus grounds

Why Join Joffe?

• Uniforms provided
• Training provided
• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits for full-time employees
• Supportive and growing team environment
• Opportunity to make a direct impact within a school community
• Competitive pay based on experience and training