Security Officer - Armed

Egg-Harbor-Township-School-District; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Egg Harbor Township Board of Education is seeking an Armed Security Officer to provide security services in district schools. The role requires NJ Police Training Commission certification, a high school diploma, and the ability to carry a handgun in school settings.

You will protect students and staff, monitor entrances, and coordinate with administration. The position entails extensive patrols, incident response, and clear reporting, with a need to remain calm under pressure and communicate

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent and NJ Police Training Commission certification.
• Must own a semi-automatic handgun in caliber 9mm to .45 and wear Level IIIA vest when required.
• Must pass Criminal History Review and Sexual Misconduct/Child Abuse Disclosure Form.

Responsibilities

• Secure the front desk and monitor visitor access, student drop-off, and pick-up.
• Assist with bus drop-off, parent drop-off locations, and parking lot supervision.
• Patrol hallways, stairwells, and outdoor areas to ensure safety of students and staff.
• Escort students to the Assistant Principal's office when requested.
• Support emergency personnel during incidents and maintain school rules compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Work with students

De-escalation

Confidentiality

Follow orders

Self-control

Staff relations

Driver's license

Criminal History Review

Sexual Misconduct Disclosure

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

NJ Police Training Commission certification

Tools

Level III holster

RPO-Retired Police Officer's Right to Carry

Level IIIA vest

Job description

• Position Type: Security/ Security - Armed Officer
• Date Posted: 10/14/2026
• Location: District
• Date Available: 12/01/2026
• Closing Date: 10/23/2026

Job Title: Security Officer - Armed
Reports To: Security Director and Building Principal
Job Purpose: To provide armed security services as needed by the school principals and district administration.
Qualifications-Required:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Must be certified by a New Jersey Police Training Commission
Must have knowledge of the rules and regulations for school safety in New Jersey
Must own a semi-automatic handgun in caliber ranges 9mm to .45 caliber
Must have a Level III holster
Must possess an RPO-Retired Police Officer's Right to Carry and meet all training requirements
Must be willing to wear a Level IIIA bullet-proof vest or carrier
Ability to prepare reports using appropriate grammar
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work with school age students
Ability to diffuse heated situations with students
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to follow orders
Ability to be proactive and not reactive
Ability to maintain self-control during intense situations
Ability to relate effectively with all levels of staff
Must possess a valid NJ driver's license
Must be able to pass the Criminal History Review
Must be able to submit the Sexual Misconduct/Child Abuse Disclosure Form
Qualifications-Desired:
Police or Law Enforcement experience
Experience working in a school setting
Experience carrying a firearm around children
Knowledge of school operations
Duties/Responsibilities:
Secures the front desk of the schools' visitor access, student drop off and pick up
Assists in the morning and afternoon with student bus drop off, parent drop off locations, and parking lots
Patrols and monitors hallways, stairwells, outside facilities, and other public and unsupervised places for the school to ensure safety and well-being of students and staff
Ensures a smooth traffic flow of students through the hallways, assisting students with on-time arrival to class and to assigned locations
Assists with the supervision in the lunch periods
Removes disruptive students from classes when needed
Locates and escorts students to the Assistant Principal's office when requested
Assists the professional staff, police, and emergency personnel in the handling of emergencies or disruptive situations
Ensures students are in compliance with school rules and regulations
Provides escorts for visitors to various locations throughout the building
Provides security duties as requested to after school and weekend events
Working Conditions:
Full-Time
$32.25/hour as per Board Policy
Indoor and outdoor work environments
Office environment Classroom environment School cafeteria
Physical Requirements: (The physical demands are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, when necessary
Ability to restrain a student when necessary Ability to walk up/down stairs Ability to walk hallways during a required time Ability to work outside in cold weather Ability to maintain physical/emotional composure during intense situations
Direct Reports:
N/A
Egg Harbor Township Board of Education is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Postings current as of 10/15/2026 6:56:17 AM CST.