Security Guard, 12mo

Shenschools; Town of Clifton Park (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Shenendehowa Central School District in Clifton Park, NY is seeking a Security Guard for Facilities & Operations to help maintain a safe, welcoming campus environment. The position runs 8 hrs/day, 12 mos/year, Mon-Fri 2:30-10:30pm, with Step 1–Step 5 pay ($23.59–$25.53/hr).

Responsibilities include managing campus traffic, conducting patrols, reporting incidents, and coordinating with administration, staff and students.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid NYS Security Guard License and NYS Driver’s License.
• At least 1 year of campus patrol or security experience.
• Ability to de-escalate situations and respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Manages and controls campus traffic in high volume areas.
• Conducts regular patrols and inspections across the campus.
• Implements campus security measures per best practices.
• Maintains incident reports and informs violators of rules.
• Works with administration, resource officers, staff and students.
• Responds to requests requiring security or emergency assistance.

Skills

NYS Security Guard License

Campus patrol experience

De-escalation

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Security Guard

Facilities & Operations

8 hrs/day, 12 mos/year

Mon-Fri 2:30-10:30pm

Shenendehowa Central School District has an anticipated vacancy and is now accepting applications. The District is seeking culturally proficient individuals who actively foster an engaging environment where students can develop confidence in their own success consistent with the Shenendehowa Profiles.

Job Responsibilities

• Manages and controls campus traffic in high volume areas;
• Conducts regular patrols and inspections across the campus;
• Implements campus security measures consistent with best practices;
• Maintains accurate, detailed incident reports and informs and warns violators of rule infractions;
• Works collaboratively with administration, student resource officers, staff, and students;
• Responds to requests across campus that require additional security and/or emergency assistance;
• Maintains positive communications (verbal and written) with a variety of stakeholder groups including students, staff and administration; and additional responsibilities as required.

Compensation & Benefits

Step 1 ($23.59/hr) - Step 5 ($25.53/hr)

CSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement

Certifications/Qualifications

Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma (GED) and a valid NYS Security Guard License and NYS Driver’s License. Must have one (1) year experience working as campus patrol, security officer or equivalent with an aptitude to de-escalate situations and respond appropriately to emergencies. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with students, staff, administration, and community and to understand and carry out verbal and written directions. Solid understanding of emergency response protocols with ability to react, respond, and communicate. Exhibits good judgment, mental alertness, dependability, tact, and courtesy. Physical condition commensurate with the responsibilities of the position.

Application Deadline – October 12, 2026

All eligible internal applicants must apply through SchoolFront.

All interested external applicants must register and apply through RecruitFront.

Anticipated Start Date – October 21, 2026

For more information, please visit our website at www.shenschools.org. If you need additional assistance in applying for this position through RecruitFront please refer to the Applicant Training Videos or reach out to the Office of Human Resources at [phone] for support.

Shenendehowa Central School District is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, creed or religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, gender, disability which can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status or any other classification protected by law.