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Armed School Security Officer

Cardinal Point Security Group
Montgomery, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/11/2026 CLOSED ON 8/11/2026

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Armed School Security Officer

Cardinal Point Security Group is building a team of Armed School Security Officers who will facilitate a safe learning environment and keep students, staff, and faculty safe from violence.  This is an excellent opportunity for retired law enforcement officers looking to stay active.

 

Pay:  $25.00 to $30.00 per hour based on contract

 


Location:  Montgomery County, PA 

 


Schedule:  Monday to Friday

 

This is a 10-month positions, with 2 months off during the summer. Schedule includes regular school hours and occasional after-school and weekend events.

 

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Be a Cardinal Point Ambassador: Be on time. Look sharp in proper uniform. Be engaged. Be consistent
  • Coach and mentor students
  • Incident Management and verbal de-escalation
  • Reports maintenance concerns to appropriate personnel
  • Patrol school facilities and grounds to prevent access to restricted areas, theft, or vandalism
  • Act as First responder for emergencies
  • Stands post at secondary locations as required
  • Identify and report suspicious activity
  • Cultivate positive relationships with staff and students
  • Access Control
  • Monitor CCTV

 

Basic Qualifications:

  • Prior law enforcement experience is required
  • Five years of experience as an armed security officer
  • Must possess a valid PA Act 235 Certification
  • Must possess a valid PA Concealed Carry Permit
  • Must possess your own firearm.
  • Must be able to pass firearms qualification course.
  • Able to work well under pressure.
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Consent to a drug screen and completing criminal background investigation.
  • Consent to obtain required clearances for working in school.
  • No felony or misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude.
  • Reliable means of communication (active cell phone with mobile email access)
  • Ability to comprehend and utilize the English Language (verbal and written)
  • Reliable means of transportation
  • Must possess a professional and courteous demeanor.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Valid Driver’s License

 

Benefits:

 

  • Paid Mandatory Training
  • Accrued Sick Time
  • Employee Recognition Program
  • Employee Referral Program
  • 401K eligibility after six months of employment

 

To ensure compliance with Cardinal Point’s commitment to a drug-free workplace, employees may be subject to random drug screens.

Cardinal Point Security Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 

Salary : $25 - $30

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