Fulltime Security Officer

Position Type:
Security/Security - Seasonal

Date Posted:
5/8/2026

Location:
District

Date Available:
2026-2027 School Year

Closing Date:
Until Filled
The North Plainfield School District, a culturally diverse school district in Somerset County serving 3,700 students Pre-K through grade 12, seeks a dynamic, enthusiastic and innovative professional for the position of a district Security Officer .


Qualifications Include:

• High School Diploma or higher in any field
• Law enforcement experience preferred
• Knowledge of security measures, fire prevention, crisis management, and crowd control
• Knowledge of current laws, procedures, and board policies regarding search and seizure activities, and procedures used in making arrests and prosecuting violators
• Ability to maintain order and to work with groups and individuals on matters of security and crisis management
• High interpersonal relationship skills in dealing with fellow professionals, students, and parents

Responsibilities Include:

• Patrolling district buildings and grounds to protect against illegal entry, acts of violence, vandalism, illegal drug activity, arson, and theft
• Conducting regular inspections of windows, doors, and other points of entry to ensure that they are secure
• Patrolling school grounds to observe unauthorized persons or vehicles, parking violations, and overall security of the outside area including exterior lighting and emergency access routes
• Checking identification of pupils, staff, and visitors entering the school
• Detaining unauthorized persons; calling for police assistance in accordance with the district's security plan/crisis management plan; notifying police, fire department, or other appropriate authority of any situation requiring immediate attention
• Providing for the safety and security of students and personnel while on school grounds
• Enforcing district rules and regulations regarding safety and security

Salary: $40,000 (minimum) to $46,000 (maximum) commensurate with experience

Benefits as per contract: Medical, dental, flexible spending, tuition reimbursement, paid time off

The North Plainfield School District welcomes your interest and looks forward to reviewing your application!

EOE/AA