Unarmed Security Officer

The DM Burr Group; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flex Spending Account

Short/Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off (Accrued)

Paid Holidays

Consistent Work Schedule

Company Provided Training

Job summary

The DM Burr Group is seeking a Full-Time Unarmed Security Officer - 1st Shift for Chippewa Valley Schools in Clinton Township, MI. The role runs Monday through Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm and offers a $17.50/hour wage plus a $200 hiring bonus after 90 days.

You will patrol grounds, monitor systems, and control access to ensure campus safety. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent and strong communication, observation, and crisis-management skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior security, law enforcement, or military experience preferred, especially in educational settings.
• Excellent communication, observation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations.
• Understanding of child/adolescent behavior and a commitment to building rapport with students.
• Ability to pass background checks, drug screening, and any required psychological evaluations.
• Physically capable of standing or walking for extended periods and responding quickly to emergencies.
• Flexible availability, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, and special events as needed.

Responsibilities

• Patrol school grounds, buildings, parking lots, and perimeters to deter and detect unauthorized activity.
• Monitor security systems, alarms, and surveillance cameras to ensure campus safety.
• Control access to school facilities by verifying identification of visitors, contractors, and staff.
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies, alarms, disturbances, medical incidents, and threats.
• Enforce school policies, rules, and regulations fairly and consistently.
• Provide a visible, approachable, and professional security presence to deter violence or disruptions.
• Assist in crisis management, lockdowns, evacuations, and other emergency drills or procedures.
• Build positive relationships with students and staff to promote trust and open communication.
• Complete detailed and accurate incident and daily activity reports.
• Liaise with local law enforcement and emergency responders when needed.
• Attend all required training, including de-escalation, child interaction, and crisis intervention techniques.

Skills

Excellent communication

Observation skills

Conflict-resolution

Calm under pressure

Rapport with students

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hiring Bonus:

$200 Hiring Bonus after 90 Days**

Position Available:

Full-Time Unarmed Security Officer - 1st Shift

Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm for Chippewa Valley Schools in Clinton Township, MI.

Wage:

$17.50/hour

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• Flex Spending Account


• Short/Long Term Disability


• Life Insurance


• 401(k)


• Paid Time Off (Accrued)


• Paid Holidays


• Consistent Work Schedule


• Company Provided Training

Primary Responsibilities:

• Patrol school grounds, buildings, parking lots, and perimeters to deter and detect unauthorized or suspicious activity.


• Monitor security systems, alarms, and surveillance cameras to ensure campus safety.


• Control access to school facilities by verifying identification of visitors, contractors, and staff.


• Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies, alarms, disturbances, medical incidents, and threats.


• Enforce school policies, rules, and regulations fairly and consistently.


• Provide a visible, approachable, and professional security presence to deter violence or disruptions.


• Assist in crisis management, lockdowns, evacuations, and other emergency drills or procedures.


• Build positive relationships with students and staff to promote trust and open communication.


• Complete detailed and accurate incident and daily activity reports.


• Liaise with local law enforcement and emergency responders when needed.


• Attend all required training, including de-escalation, child interaction, and crisis intervention techniques.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Prior security, law enforcement, or military experience preferred, especially in educational settings.


• Excellent communication, observation, and conflict-resolution skills.


• Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations.


• Understanding of child/adolescent behavior and a commitment to building rapport with students.


• Ability to pass background checks, drug screening, and any required psychological evaluations.


• Physically capable of standing or walking for extended periods and responding quickly to emergencies.


• Flexible availability, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, and special events as needed.

The power to protect, a passion to serve

About DM Burr:

D.M. Burr Security is a different kind of security guard company. From our steadfast dedication to quality service, to state-of-the-art technology and tools like our fleet of Charger patrol vehicles, we're serious about security! With over 150 team members, D.M. Burr Security services a variety of areas, such as schools, government and public facilities, manufacturing plants, financial institutions, retail centers and more!