Security Officer

Kamehameha Schools; United States; On-site; USD 36,368 - 48,794; Full time

Job summary

Kamehameha Schools is seeking a Security Officer to provide comprehensive security services for students, faculty, and visitors. Responsibilities include monitoring CCTV, conducting patrols, and enforcing safety regulations. Candidates must have at least a high school diploma and experience in security or emergency response.

The position requires strong communication skills, and a valid driver's license is essential. Potential salary ranges from $26.40 to $35.42 per hour, with various shifts available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of related work experience.
• Valid Hawaii Driver’s license and driving abstract.
• Ability to work independently with flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide security services and monitor campus safety.
• Respond to emergencies including workplace violence.
• Enforce access control and maintain security records.

Skills

Communication skills

CCTV monitoring

Crisis response

Patrol and security

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Tools

CCTV systems

Job description

Aloha mai! Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools. If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana!

Job Posting Title: Security Officer

Employee Type: Various

Recruiting Start Date: 02-27-2026
Recruiting End Date: Open Until Filled

Job Summary

Provides security services for students, faculty, staff, visitors and facilities for Kamehameha Schools. These services include monitoring CCTV cameras, vehicle and foot patrols of all campus property; enforcing traffic and parking regulations; providing safety and security inspection services; investigating and recording traffic, criminal and non‑criminal incidents; parking and crowd supervision; monitoring and restricting access to sacred sites, monitoring vendors and general public access and restricting entry of unauthorized persons or vehicles, directing visitors and delivery vehicles and keeping records on specified vehicles entering or leaving campus.

Essential Responsibilities

• Physical Security and Patrols: Maintains a safe and secure environment by adhering strictly to security protocols and procedures; maintains the safety of facilities, property, and individuals on campus through regular vehicle and foot patrols, remaining alert to unusual conditions or unauthorized personnel; monitors CCTV cameras; identifies potential safety and/or criminal problems and safety hazards and promptly reports and monitors to minimize risk; oversees traffic flow, parking regulations, and crowd control.
• First Response: Responds promptly to emergencies such as workplace violence, intrusions, violence, natural disasters, fires, assaults or other crisis situations; when necessary, pursues, apprehends, and detains individuals within jurisdictional limits using de‑escalation techniques and defensive training to manage situations.
• Compliance and Safety: Makes sound decisions in potentially high‑stakes situations, understanding that errors in judgment or lapses in duty could result in significant legal implications for KS; exercises precision and consistency to minimize risks and maintain a legally compliant and safe environment.
• Access Control and Records Management: Enforces entry restrictions for unauthorized persons or vehicles, manages visitor and delivery access, keeps detailed records of campus entries and exits, conducts safety inspections to ensure compliance with KS security standards.
• Investigation and Reporting: Investigates and documents traffic, on‑campus criminal and non‑criminal incidents, provides thorough written reports to assist in further actions and ensure transparency in all security activities.

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/Equivalent plus a minimum of 1 year of related work experience (an equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute).
• Valid Hawaii Driver’s license and current driving abstract.
• Current DCCA Guard Employee License or ability to obtain certification within 60 days from date of hire.
• Current standard First Aid, CPR and AED certification or ability to obtain certification within 6 months from date of hire.
• Ability to work independently and flexibility to accommodate a rotational schedule, including 24/7 availability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; good interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in computer applications for word processing, spreadsheets, and email; ability to learn, operate, and monitor CCTV systems for recording and review purposes; competence in typing and computer use for detailed incident reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a security, police, or emergency response role.
• Security experience within a K‑12 school environment.
• Knowledge of security‑related software and applications customarily used in the field.
• Specialized training in Crisis Intervention, drone operation, defensive tactics, or similar programs.

Physical and Mental Requirements

Frequently writes by hand, stands, walks and lifts/carries, pushes and/or pulls objects that weigh up to 50 pounds; occasionally sits, performs desk‑based computer tasks and requires ability to grasp using light or fine manipulation; frequently twists, bends, stoops, squats, kneels, crawls, climbs, reaches or works above shoulder, or grasps firmly.

Working Conditions

This position may involve traveling to various locations, including neighboring islands to conduct business; work is conducted in a school environment and regularly requires work to be conducted in non‑standard, outdoor environment; work assignments may be conducted 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.

Legal and Accommodation Information

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job, please contact [e-mail] or 808‑534‑8040. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. KS does not accept unauthorized solicitations of candidate referrals from third‑party vendors.

Job Posting Details

Recruiting End Date: Open Until Filled. Position is currently open; not expired.

Salary

Hourly Pay Range: $26.40 - $35.42

Location

Primary Location: Kapalama Campus, Honolulu, Hawaii