School Security Officer: Protect Students & Campus

Allentown-School-District; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Allentown School District is seeking a Security Officer for an 11‑month position. The starting salary is $29,514.90, with responsibilities to patrol buildings, protect students and staff, and respond to emergencies on school grounds.

Requires prior law enforcement or security experience or an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice, successful training, and a clean background. The role supports the educational mission and ensures safety across ASD facilities.

Qualifications

• Must have prior law enforcement or related security experience, or at least an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice.
• Must complete all required training programs in a satisfactory manner, as determined by the Allentown School District.
• Consistent record of satisfactory work performance.
• Clear or acceptable background and clearance checks.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned building, grounds and halls to prevent fire, theft, vandalism and illegal entry.
• Conducts patrol inspections of doors, windows and gates to determine that they are secure.
• Confronts unauthorized persons for identification, routing and/or assistance or calls police for assistance according to emergency action plan.
• Responds as directed by the building administrator in matters of security.
• Patrols school grounds and adjacent areas as assigned to detect unauthorized persons or vehicles.
• Draft and submit written reports of security incidents and violations.
• Responds immediately to all requests for assistance in emergency situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned under contract.

Skills

Security experience

Education

Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice

Job description

The Allentown School District is seeking a Security Officer for an 11‑month position. The starting salary is $29,514.90, with responsibilities to patrol buildings, protect students and staff, and respond to emergencies on school grounds.

Requires prior law enforcement or security experience or an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice, successful training, and a clean background. The role supports the educational mission and ensures safety across ASD facilities.