Security Officer- Franklin

Security Officer

Pennsauken Public Schools is an urban/suburban Pre-K to 12th grade school district of approximately 5,000 students located in Camden County, New Jersey. Responsibilities include patrolling district buildings and grounds to protect against illegal entry, acts of violence, vandalism, illegal drug activity, arson, and theft. Conducts regular inspections of windows, doors, and other points of entry to ensure they are secured. Patrols school grounds to observe unauthorized persons or vehicles, parking violations, and overall security of the outside area including exterior lighting and emergency access routes. Checks identification of pupils, staff, and visitors entering the school. Detains unauthorized persons, calls for police assistance in accordance with the district's security plan/crisis management plan. Participates in the district's/school's emergency and crisis management plan as assigned. Notifies police, fire department, or other appropriate authority of any situation requiring immediate attention. Records all observations and conditions, and reports unusual occurrences or property damage to superiors and documents rule violations. Submits written reports of all incidents of vandalism, violence, illegal drug activity, and security violations.

Qualifications: Seeking retired police officers. 1 year of experience preferred. High school diploma or equivalent. Valid New Jersey driver's license. Experience in law enforcement, school security, and/or public safety. Knowledge of security measures, fire preventions, and crowd control. Ability to maintain order and to work with groups and individuals on matters of security and crisis management. MUST pass NJ Criminal History Review Unit fingerprinting requirement. New Jersey State residency requirements for public employees in effect.

Terms: $30.00 an hour. Applications are accepted on-line only. To apply, go to and choose employment. Deadline for Application: Until Filled E.O.E. m/f/d/v