Campus Security Officer-Security Department

Poudre School District; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

PERA retirement

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Other optional benefit elections

Job summary

Poudre School District in Fort Collins, Colorado, is seeking a Night Campus Security Officer to provide safety and security at designated sites and patrol assigned areas. You will assist administrators and local law enforcement, and provide security for after-hours events as scheduled.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, security experience, CPR/First Aid, FEMA IS-100/IS-700 certifications within 3 months of hire, and a valid Colorado driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of security experience preferred.
• Criminal background check required for hire.

Responsibilities

• Patrol exterior and interior areas by vehicle, bicycle, and foot.
• Enforce parking policies and direct traffic at events.
• Coordinate with law enforcement and administrators for security coverage.
• Maintain incident reports and distribute to relevant staff.
• Respond to emergencies and assist with drills and evacuations.
• Support development of emergency procedures and site safety plans.

Skills

Patrol skills

Emergency response

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR and First Aid certifications

FEMA IS-100 & IS-700 certifications

Valid Colorado Driver's License

Job description

Please Note:

This position will close on the Poudre School District job board on August 17, 2026. Connecting Colorado automatically sets postings to expire after 30 days.

Information specific to this position:

This position is a night Campus Security Officer

Pay Range:

• Pay Range: $24.35-$27.27/hour (min--12% above min), based on qualifications and experience

Hours/day: 8

Work calendar days: 260

Duration of position: Ongoing

Benefits include:

• Health insurance
• dental insurance
• life insurance
• PERA retirement
• paid time off
• short and long term disability
• as well as other optional benefit elections

SUMMARY:

Responsible for providing safety and security-related services at a designated site or patrol function. Patrol exterior areas and interior common areas of the schools and assist Poudre School District administrators in providing campus security. Responsible for assisting administrators and local law enforcement with security at after-hour events as scheduled.

JOB TASKS:

• Patrol specific areas of concern via vehicle, bicycle, and foot patrol as requested by site administrators and Safe Environmental Assessment Specialist.
• Enforce parking policies at individual sites, issue tickets for violations, and assist and direct traffic control and parking at after-hour events as necessary.
• Coordinate, supervise, and mentor students assigned to school-based in-school suspension and community service programs.
• Maintain accurate records and incident reports and distribute incident reports to appropriate personnel.
• Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with law enforcement agencies and school administrators in providing security coverage for after-hour events.
• Assist students with minor vehicle mechanical problems as needed.
• Conduct contraband searches as requested for individual sites.
• Detect intruders and escort off the property as necessary.
• Detect and refer alcohol and drug offenders to proper authorities.
• Assist school administrators, staff, and faculty in developing and supporting emergency procedures and emergency management plans, and assist with lock downs, lockouts, fire drills, and evacuation procedures.
• Assist with development and implementation of new site traffic plans to promote traffic safety.
• Coordinate, compile, and track student and staff vehicle registration at high schools.
• Coordinate, facilitate, and teach community educational programs including Youth Police Academy and Gang Awareness.
• Respond to schools/sites 24/7 as essential personnel to provide emergency response and crisis management, and/or in the event of weather or environmental incident, and/or school/facility/district closure.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• High school diploma, completion of G.E.D., or equivalent vocational school required
• At least one year and up to and including two years of experience in security services
• Criminal background check required for hire
• Valid Colorado Driver's License
• Must meet District driver insurability requirements
• CPR and First Aid certifications
• Completion of FEMA IS-100 (Introduction to Incident Command) and FEMA IS-700 (Introduction to the National Incident Management System) required within 3 months after hire
• Questions regarding this posting can be directed to [e-mail]