Officer 1, Security

Hillsborough County Public Schools; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillsborough County Public Schools in Tampa, Florida seeks an Officer 1, Security to perform routine armed security duties on district property under the supervision of an immediate supervisor.

You will patrol, respond to incidents, complete records and reports, enforce safety regulations, and assist local law enforcement. A Florida D and G Security license (or eligibility) and either a school guardian certificate or law enforcement status are required.

Qualifications

• One year of security work experience; college or military service may substitute.
• Current Florida D and G Security licenses or eligibility before hire.
• Must obtain a school guardian certificate or meet law enforcement status as required.
• Reads and interprets safety rules, writes reports, and communicates clearly.
• Must pass background checks and random drug testing; no disqualifying history.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas on foot or by cart to ensure safety.
• Responds to calls for service and incidents.
• Prepares reports and inspects for hazards.
• Enforces traffic and site safety rules.
• Coordinates with local law enforcement as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Security experience

Written Communications

Safety & Security

Judgment & Decision Making

Education

Police academy certification

ASIS CPP certification

Florida D & G Security licenses

Guardian certificate or LE status

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Officer 1, Security

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Job Details

Job ID: 5935192

Application Deadline: Nov 17, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Posted: Sep 18, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Summary: The Officer 1, Security, will perform routine armed security duties on school district property in accordance with standard policies and procedures. The Officer 1, Security, will perform duties under the general supervision of an immediate supervisor, who evaluates performance through observation of work, periodic conferences, critiques, and/or records or reports.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS: All district employees must:

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is a part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities:

• Patrols on foot or by cart to ensure protection and security of assigned personnel, equipment, buildings, and grounds.
• Responds to calls for service, which may include trespassers or disturbances/disorders on or in school district facilities.
• Prepares required records and/or offense reports, inspects for fire/safety hazards, answers questions, and guides visitors/guests.
• Enforces school or site traffic and parking regulations, and may perform routine personnel accident investigations.
• Assists local law enforcement agencies as required or requested.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

Other information:

Conflict Resolution: Encourages open communications. Confronts difficult situations. Maintains objectivity. Keeps emotions under control. Uses negotiation skills to resolve conflicts.

Dependability: Responds to requests for service and assistance. Follows instructions and responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines.

Judgment: Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Supports and explains reasoning for decisions. Includes appropriate people in decision making process. Makes timely decisions.

Negotiation Skills: Clarifies interests and positions of all parties. Adjusts tactics to achieve desired results. Manages conflict, manipulation, and strong emotions. Develops alternative options for mutual gain. Builds consensus through give and take.

Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Displays commitment to excellence. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Applies feedback to improve performance. Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Written Communications: Writes clearly and informatively. Edits work for spelling and grammar. Varies writing style to meet needs. Presents numerical data effectively.

Safety & Security: Observes safety and security procedures. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Uses equipment and materials properly. Reports potentially unsafe conditions.

NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.

The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

Experience: One (1) year of work experience. Security experience preferred. Verified college experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis for each year of the experience requirement. Satisfactory completion of a recognized police academy, or satisfactory US military service, or certification as an ASIS Certified Protection Professional (CPP) may substitute for the one year of experience.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Current Florida "D" and "G" Security license or eligibility to obtain these licenses prior to being hired. Additionally, either (1) issuance and continued maintenance of a school guardian certificate by the Hillsborough County Sheriff pursuant to
section 30.15(1)(k), Florida Statutes or (2) qualify as a “Law Enforcement Officer” pursuant to section 943.10, Florida Statutes and be certified by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission within the Department of Law Enforcement.

Language Skills: Reads and interprets documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals. Writes routine reports and correspondence. Speaks effectively before groups of individuals.

Mathematical Skills: Adds and subtracts two digit numbers and multiplies and divides with 10s and 100s. Performs these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Reasoning Ability: Applies common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Deals with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills: Microsoft Office

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical Activities: Standing, walking, running, sitting, climbing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, handling, keyboarding, feeling, talking, hearing, tasting/smelling, and color vision.

Lifting Demands: Up to 70 lbs.; over 70 lbs. must be two person or assisted lift.

Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.

Environmental Conditions: Noise intensity: 3, moderate; extreme cold, extreme heat, and wet/humid.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Maintain the ability to work any assigned shift (days/evening/midnight hours, weekends, and holidays). Compliance with various department regulations concerning physical fitness, psychological testing, background checks (including employment, credit history, as well as a neighborhood survey) and bearing of and qualification with firearms. Subject to random drug and alcohol testing. No criminal history for felony convictions, adjudication withheld, pre-trial intervention, probation or other plea negotiations, or misdemeanor convictions, adjudication withheld, probation, or Misdemeanor Intervention Program for charges involving drugs, sex, or violence. No history of driving under the influence, reckless driving, or unsafe patterns of driving within the last ten years.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Safety/Security

Contact Information

• Althea Walker
• 901 East Kennedy Boulevard
• Tampa, Florida 33602
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]