FDLE Certified Safe School Officer

Full-Time Position | Starting Pay: $28.00 Per Hour | Florida

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS — PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING

IMPORTANT: ALL APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

• ACTIVE LAW ENFORCEMENT EMPLOYMENT: You must currently be actively employed in a position directly related to law enforcement. Previous law enforcement experience alone does not satisfy this requirement.
• CURRENT FDLE CERTIFICATION: You must possess a valid, current FDLE certification. This is a mandatory qualification, not a preference.
• STARTING PAY: $28.00 PER HOUR. Compensation may increase based on relevant professional experience. No specific higher rate is guaranteed.

Please verify that you meet all three mandatory requirements before submitting your application.

Position Overview

We are seeking qualified public safety professionals to serve as Safe School Officers in an educational environment. This position is designed for currently employed law enforcement professionals who hold a valid, current FDLE certification and are committed to maintaining a safe and secure learning environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet all mandatory requirements listed below:

Mandatory Eligibility Requirements

• Currently employed in a position directly related to law enforcement. Previous experience without current active employment does not meet this requirement.
• Valid, current FDLE certification.
• Minimum of 3 years of combined professional experience in one or more relevant fields, such as law enforcement, school security, armed security, corrections, military service, or emergency response.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of required background screening, drug screening, and psychological evaluation(s).
• Ability to work onsite at the assigned school.
• Ability to comply with applicable state, local, and school district requirements.

Preferred Background

Additional education, training, or professional experience in the following areas is considered an asset:

• Criminal Justice
• Law Enforcement
• Security Management
• Military or public safety training
• Emergency Management
• Additional school safety or crisisresponse training

Please note: Preferred qualifications do not replace the mandatory active law enforcement employment and current FDLE certification requirements.

Work Schedule

• Employment Type: Fulltime
• Shift Length: 8hour shifts
• Work Location: Onsite at the assigned school

Compensation

Starting Pay: $28.00 per hour

Compensation may increase based on the candidate's relevant professional experience. Any increase will depend on the applicable compensation determination.

Required Duty Equipment

Depending on the assignment, officers may be required to provide or have access to standard duty equipment, which may include:

• Firearm, when applicable to the assignment.
• Level III retention holster and duty belt.
• Additional magazines and standard duty gear.

Application Process

Interested candidates should apply through Indeed and submit an up-to-date resume highlighting their relevant professional experience, current FDLE certification, training, and qualifications.

Before applying, please ensure that you:

1. Are currently actively employed in a position directly related to law enforcement.

2. Possess a valid, current FDLE certification.

3. Meet the minimum experience, education, age, and other qualifications listed above.

Starting pay is $28.00 per hour, with potential compensation increases based on relevant experience.

We welcome applications from qualified professionals who meet all mandatory eligibility requirements and are ready to contribute to a safe school environment.