FY 24- 25 Anticipated School Security Officer

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Iampro seeks a FY 24-25 Anticipated School Security Officer for John F Kennedy High School on the Southwest Side of Chicago. The role focuses on maintaining a calm, safe learning environment by being the first line of defense, responding to incidents, and enforcing school security plans in partnership with the Security Supervisor and Principal.

The position involves patrolling the campus, reporting unusual activity, completing incident reports, and helping distribute materials to students.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill duties associated with the post assigned as part of the school’s comprehensive security plan; maintain an orderly post and remain at the post at all times unless otherwise directed by a supervisor
• Actively respond to incidents, fights or other issues in the school that threaten the safety of students, staff, and/or guests utilizing Safety Care skills up to and including momentary physical intervention if warranted by the safety risk
• Fulfill duties assigned related to Hall Sweeps
• Patrol (foot or mobile) and monitor school property for unauthorized persons. If needed, redirect or escort from property
• Report unusual activity or suspicions of safety issues to the Security Supervisor or administration in a timely fashion
• Complete proper documentation related to incident reports and misconduct reports
• Produce and deliver reports to show progress against key metrics
• Assist with the organization and distribution of student lockers and lo

Job description

FY 24- 25 Anticipated School Security Officer

Job Number

240002K1

Posting Date

Nov 10, 2026, 10:43:55 AM

Primary Location

Southwest Side-6325 West 56th Street (John F Kennedy High School)

Reports to

Security Supervisor/Principal

Purpose of the Position

Security Officers are responsible for the overall safety and security of the school. The security team plays a critical role in the school’s culture and climate. A calm, structured, and positive learning environment is top priority for the security team. Security personnel actively engage in supporting students in order for them to be successful in the classroom and school community. The role of a security officer is physically demanding as they are the first line of defense to defuse and de-escalate student misconduct and/or serious incidents and must respond urgently.

Principal Accountabilities & General Responsibilities

• Fulfill duties associated with the post assigned as part of the school’s comprehensive security plan; maintain an orderly post and remain at the post at all times unless otherwise directed by a supervisor
• Actively respond to incidents, fights or other issues in the school that threaten the safety of students, staff, and/or guests utilizing Safety Care skills up to and including momentary physical intervention if warranted by the safety risk
• Fulfill duties assigned related to Hall Sweeps
• Patrol (foot or mobile) and monitor school property for unauthorized persons. If needed, redirect or escort from property
• Report unusual activity or suspicions of safety issues to the Security Supervisor or administration in a timely fashion
• Complete proper documentation related to incident reports and misconduct reports
• Produce and deliver reports to show progress against key metrics
• Assist with the organization and distribution of student lockers and lo