School Security & Safety Officer

Essex Regional Educational Services Commission; Fairfield (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

403(b) Plans

PTO (Sick, Personal and Vacation)

Job summary

Essex Regional Educational Services Commission seeks a dedicated Security Guard for a 12-month assignment in New Jersey. Responsibilities include patrolling district facilities, inspecting doors and windows, logging incidents, and coordinating with police as needed.

The role requires a High School Diploma and SORA certification, plus experience in security or public safety. Must maintain logs, manage visitors, and support drills and evacuations.

Qualifications

• Experience in law enforcement or school security.
• Knowledge of security measures, fire prevention, and crowd control.
• Ability to maintain order and work with groups and individuals on security matters.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Patrols district buildings, schools and grounds to protect against threats and incidents.
• Inspects entry points to ensure security; detains unauthorized persons as needed.
• Reports concerns to Lead Security Guard and coordinates with police when required.
• Assists with evacuations and crisis response; maintains visitor logs and directs guests.
• Keeps confidentiality and documents incidents and observations in reports.

Skills

Experience in law enforcement, school

Security measures & crowd control

Crisis management

Problem solving & communication

Driver's license

Background check clearance

Tuberculosis screening

Education

High School Diploma

SORA Certified

Job description

Essex Regional Educational Services Commission seeks a dedicated Security Guard for a 12-month assignment in New Jersey. Responsibilities include patrolling district facilities, inspecting doors and windows, logging incidents, and coordinating with police as needed.

The role requires a High School Diploma and SORA certification, plus experience in security or public safety. Must maintain logs, manage visitors, and support drills and evacuations.