School Marshal

Plano ISD; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a Safety & Security/School Marshal to provide day-to-day security at the Administration Bldg and respond to active threat incidents. You will patrol the campus, assist during drop-off/pick-up, and coordinate with district staff to maintain a safe environment.

Requirements include a preferred Bachelor’s degree, five years’ related experience, a Texas driver’s license, a Texas License to Carry, and School Marshal training or equivalent. L3 clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; related public safety coursework accepted as substitute.
• Five years of experience in law enforcement, emergency management, or school safety.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and Texas License to Carry required.
• L3 Psychological Clearance and School Marshal course completion required.
• Knowledge of safety protocols, codes, and emergency planning.

Responsibilities

• Respond to active threat incidents and protect students, staff, and visitors.
• Patrol campus visibility during classes, lunch, and drop-off/pick-up.
• Conduct exterior door sweeps and verify locks and functionality.
• Brief Safety and Security Coordinator on issues, coordinate with district staff.
• Promote a safe environment; perform safety inspections at the campus.
• Maintain firearms proficiency as required; serve on the Emergency Planning Team.
• Drive a security vehicle when assigned and support drills and exercises.
• Act as liaison with law enforcement, fire/EMS and other agencies during incidents.
• Complete incident reports accurately and promptly; ensure confidentiality.

Skills

Public safety

Emergency communications

Interpersonal skills

Public relations

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Honorably retired peace officer (preferred)

TX Driver's license (required)

Texas License to Carry (required)

L3 Psychological Clearance (required)

Texas School Marshal course (required)

Emergency management coursework (required)

Tools

MS Office

G-Suite

Security video systems

Incident reporting systems

Job description

Pay Grade: 752 (Minimum $60,500 Min Year)

Date Posted: 7/7/2026

Location: Administration Bldg

Position Type: Safety & Security/ School Marshal

Work Days: 188

Campus to Be Determined

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Provide day to day security at assigned campus and respond to protect students, staff and visitors in the event of anactive threat incident.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
• Honorably retired peace officer (preferred)
• Coursework, training, certification or experience in emergency management, law enforcement, public safety, school safety and security or related discipline (required)
• Possess and maintain a valid Texas driver’s license (required)
• Possess and maintain a valid Texas License to Carry (required)
• Ability to obtain L3 Psychological Clearance prior to employment (required)
• Ability to successfully complete Texas School Marshal course (required)

Experience:

• Five (5) years’ experience in some combination of law enforcement, military, emergency management or school safety and security, or equivalent work experience as determined by the district

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of school safety, security, law enforcement procedures, practices and related standards and codes
• Knowledge of emergency management/emergency preparedness methodology and concepts
• Knowledge of use and safe operation of firearms
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer service/public relations skills
• Proficient in providing training and presentations to small and large groups
• Proficient in use of office/business technology (MS Office Suite, G-Suite, etc.) and use ofrelevant security-related technology (e.g. security video systems, incident reporting systems, etc.)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Respond to and immediately address any active threat incident on campus
• Patrol assigned campus and be visible throughout the day, especially during passing periods, lunch periods, drop-off and pick-up
• Assist with and be visible during drop-off and pickup
• Conduct frequent exterior door sweeps to ensure all doors are locked, closed and functioning properly
• Immediately brief Safety and Security Coordinator on safety or security issues discovered and/or brought to your attention
• Work closely with campus staff and other district personnel to promote a safe and secure environment
• Conduct Safety and Security Inspections at assigned campus
• Demonstrate and maintain firearms proficiency as determined by the district
• Participate as a member of the Campus Emergency Planning Team
• Patrol district in marked security vehicle and respond to campuses as assigned
• Assist in drills and exercises that promote emergency preparedness of campus
• Promote and reinforce district policies and procedures relating to safety and security
• Serve as liaison between campuses and law enforcement, fire/EMS personnel and other outside agencies responding to incidents or investigating matters of concern to the district
• Complete incident reports and other documents as required or directed in an accurate and timely manner
• Provide security coverage at campus or district special events and functions as needed
• Utilize district security cameras to review incidents and/or save video footage as required or instructed
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times
• Serve as a resource to campus in areas of safety, security and emergency preparedness
• Serve as the department’s representative on Level 1 threat assessments when instructed or requested to do so
• Attend training as required or directed
• Operate walk-thru and handheld metal detectors as assigned
• Follow all rules, regulations and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from supervisor
• Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the administration and/or supervisor

Attitudes / Attributes / Behaviors:

• Excellent judgment and the ability to make sound, reasonable decisions under pressure
• Exceptional work ethic, self-initiative and attention to detail
• Work effectively and collaboratively with other individuals and departments
• Project enthusiasm and energy in all efforts
• Exhibit honesty, ethical conduct and objectivity
• Willingness to consent to background investigation

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

• Communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data
• Coordinate districtfunctions
• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Work effectively in a highly stressful emergency environment

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Prolonged, irregular, differentiated work schedule and/or late hours when urgent or emergency situations arise, or when necessary to meet district/department needs
• Districtwide and occasional statewide travel
• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling
• Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds
• Occasional work in inclement weather
• Prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions

Tools/Equipment Used:

• 9mm handgun, holster, magazine pouch, handcuffs, uniform, two-way radio, cell phone