Guardian

Focus School Software, LLC; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Volusia County Schools is seeking a Security Officer to protect students, staff, visitors, and properties. The role includes surveillance, access control, incident reporting, and responding to emergencies with basic first aid and de-escalation techniques.

You will coordinate with administrators and law enforcement and participate in safety drills and threat assessments. Requirements include 21+ years old, a high school diploma or GED, valid Florida concealed weapons permit, and successful

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma or higher.
• Law enforcement, security or military experience, experience and safe use of firearms or any equivalent combination.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida (s 790.06 Florida Statutes) concealed weapons permit and must maintain the permit throughout employment in this position.
• Must pass Volusia Sheriff Office background check and Volusia County Schools background and drug screening requirements in addition to Volusia County School policy/procedures.
• Must submit to and pass subsequent random drug tests in accordance with the requirements of Florida Statute Section 112.0455.
• Ability to pass a psychological evaluation.
• Successful completion of initial and ongoing training provided by the Volusia Sheriff’s Office (VSO).
• Must obtain and maintain compliance with on-going training and firearm proficiency tests as identified by the VSO.
• Satisfactory completion of American Red Cross First Aid and CPR course within one year of employment.
• Possess a valid Florida Driver’s License; if a holder of any other valid US state-issued Driver’s License, agree to acquire a Florida Driver’s License within thirty days of employment.
• Ability to pass FHCP physical prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide security and surveillance to school campus and district properties.
• Provide security to school and district functions, including after-school and extra-curricular activities.
• Investigate, monitor, and report suspicious activity to administration and law enforcement.
• Communicate with administrators, students, parents, staff, and community members regarding security concerns.
• Respond to emergency situations and provide basic first aid as needed.
• Observe and manage students in halls, at lunch, and during non-classroom activities.
• Manage school access by monitoring gates and entry points; observe unauthorized persons on campus.
• Build relationships with students and stakeholders and assist with character education.
• Assist administration in performing searches of students and school property.
• Respond to disturbances and security incidents per guidelines.
• De-escalate confrontations and coordinate with law enforcement and district personnel.
• Assist with threat assessments and safety drills.
• Serve as liaison to School Resource Officers and participate in safety committees.
• Prepare incident reports and assist with campus safety evaluations.

Skills

Law enforcement principles

De-escalation techniques

Firearms safety

Emergency response

Observation & interviewing

Time management

Basic computer skills

Active listening

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Classification 05-Non-Barg/Non-Instructional

Posting Number D3410231

Date Posted 08/05/2026

Closing Date 08/28/2026

POSITION GOAL

Responsible for performing a variety of duties related to protecting students, school staff, visitors, equipment, facilities, and grounds

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide security and surveillance to school campus, and district properties.
• Provide security to school and district functions, including after-school and extra-curricular activities, as needed.
• Investigate, monitor, and report suspicious activity, including theft, vandalism, and criminal mischief to administration and when appropriate, to law enforcement.
• Communicate with school administrators, students, parents, staff, community members regarding security related concerns and issues; work cooperatively with law enforcement and district personnel.
• Respond to emergency situations, take appropriate action, and provide basic first aid services as needed.
• Observe and manage students in halls, at lunch, and during other non-classroom activities.
• Manage school access by monitoring gates and other entry points throughout the school; ensure that students possess appropriate permission when leaving campus; observe and question potentially unauthorized persons on campus.
• Build relationships with students and stakeholders and assist with character education.
• Assist administration in performing searches of students and school property.
• Respond to disturbances and security incidents according to established guidelines and procedures.
• De-escalate confrontations between students, parents, visitors, community members and others. Communicate with school administrators, students, parents, district officials/personnel, community members and others regarding security related concerns and issues.
• Assist school administration and law enforcement with threat assessment.
• Make recommendations and inform school administration, and other appropriate staff members regarding proper practices/procedures necessary to secure the safe and peaceful conduct of district and school business/activities.
• Serve as liaison to School Resource Officers.
• Serve on school safety committee and assist with student crime watch programs.
• Assist with security assessments at assigned school(s).
• Prepare incident reports.
• Assist with school safety drills under the direction of administration.
• Serve as a district representative if emergency shelters are opened, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Subject to reassignment based on the needs of the district.
• Subject to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Position Summary

Position Code: 341520022

School/Site: Safety and Security/Olson Facility

Hours: 8

Months: 9

Please contact Sally Tyma at [e-mail] additional information

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 21 years of age or older

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma or higher

• Law enforcement, security or military experience, experience and safe use of firearms or any equivalent combination.

• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida (s 790.06 Florida Statutes) concealed weapons permit and must maintain the permit throughout employment in this position

• Must be able to pass and maintain the Volusia Sheriff Office background check and Volusia County Schools background and drug screening requirements in addition to Volusia County School policy/procedures

• Must submit to and pass subsequent random drug tests in accordance with the requirements of Florida Statute Section 112.0455 • Ability to pass a psychological evaluation

• Successful completion of initial and ongoing training provided by the Volusia Sheriff’s Office (VSO)

• Must obtain and maintain compliance with on-going training and firearm proficiency tests as identified by the VSO

• Satisfactory completion of American Red Cross First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course within one (1) year of employment

• Possess a valid Florida Driver’s License; if a holder of any other valid US state-issued Driver’s License, agree to acquire a Florida Driver’s License within thirty (30) days of employment, except in a case where accommodation is required

• Ability to pass FHCP physical prior to employment

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Knowledge of formal Law Enforcement Principles via Police Academy, Military or Private Security training program (must provide evidence of training)
• Skilled in the use of de-escalation techniques
• Skilled in firearms safety and marksmanship
• Ability to be physically and mentally prepared to respond in an emergency or potentially dangerous situation
• Ability to obtain pertinent information through observation and interviews
• Knowledge and use of time management and organizational systems
• Skilled in basic computer skills (reporting writing, email, and word processing)
• Skilled in active listening and social perceptiveness
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Ability to sustain focus and attention to detail for extended periods of time

REPORTS TO

Chain of Command, Safety and Security Department

SUPERVISES

Not applicable

Salary Info

Starting Rate: $22.13 per hour

Summary

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