School Security Officer Armed

GUARDIAN GROUP SOLUTIONS LLC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 29,549 - 42,085; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Professional Development Support

401(k) matching

Job summary

Guardian Group Solutions LLC is hiring an Armed School Security Officer for a private school campus in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. The role emphasizes visible presence, discipline, and proactive deterrence to ensure student and staff safety.

Ideal candidates have U.S. military or law enforcement background, Florida security licenses, and a commitment to professional standards. The schedule is permanent with M-Th or T-Fri shifts, 10-hour days, and potential extra hours based on client needs.

Qualifications

• U.S. Military service required (minimum 3 years).
• Valid Florida Class D and G Security Licenses.
• Experience in school or institutional security preferred.
• CPR/First Aid Certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Must pass background check and drug screening.
• Neatly groomed appearance.
• Must be physically capable of standing, patrolling, and wearing body armor on shift as requested by client.
• Excellent verbal communication and de-escalation skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and secure campus environment for students, staff, and visitors.
• Conduct routine patrols of school grounds and access points.
• Monitor entry/exit areas and enforce visitor access control procedures.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, or emergencies swiftly and effectively.
• Maintain detailed daily reports and communicate with school administrators.
• Deter and detect potential threats through active presence and situational awareness.

Skills

Military service

Florida security licenses

School security experience

CPR/First Aid

Physical fitness

Verbal communication

Background check

Groomed appearance

Job description

Benefits

• Retirement Plan
• Professional Development Support
• 401(k) matching
• Armed School Security Officer (Prior Law Enforcement or Military Experience Required)
• Location: Palm Beach Gardens, FL
• Pay: $26.00 per hour
• Job Type: M-Th or T-Fri schedule depending on operational requirements.
• Start Date: Immediate

About Guardian Group Solutions

Guardian Group Solutions LLC is a certified Veteran-Owned Small Business based in Lauderdale by the Sea, Florida. We specialize in providing professional uniformed security officers to executive residences, private schools, faith-based organizations, and commercial sites throughout South Florida.

Our Uniformed Division is composed of experienced military veterans, former law enforcement officers, and specialized private security professionals. We are committed to delivering exceptional security services with integrity, professionalism, and operational discipline.

License # B3300046

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a highly reliable and physically active Armed School Security Officer to join our team in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. This position is ideal for a former military service member/law enforcement looking to contribute to school safety in a visible, disciplined, and impactful role.

This is a permanent assignment, covering M-Th or T-Fri schedule depending on operational requirements, with opportunities for additional hours. Officers will be stationed at a private school campus, where professionalism, presence, and proactive deterrence are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and secure campus environment for students, staff, and visitors
• Conduct routine patrols of school grounds and access points
• Monitor entry/exit areas and enforce visitor access control procedures
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, or emergencies swiftly and effectively
• Maintain detailed daily reports and communicate with school administrators
• Deter and detect potential threats through active presence and situational awareness

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Military service required (minimum 3 years)
• Valid Florida Class D and G Security Licenses
• Experience in school or institutional security preferred
• CPR/First Aid Certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)
• Must be physically capable of standing, patrolling, and will wear body armor on shift as requested by the client.
• Excellent verbal communication and de-escalation skills
• Must pass background check and drug screening
• Neatly groomed appearance

Schedule

• M-Th or T-Fri schedule depending on operational requirements.
• 10-hour shifts
• Opportunity to expand hours based on performance and client needs

Compensation & Benefits

• $26.00 per hour
• Benefits for eligible employees include:
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Professional Development Support
• Retirement Plan

Work Location

• On-site – Private School Campus, Palm Beach Gardens, FL
• Relocation: Must reside in or be willing to relocate to Palm Beach Gardens prior to starting