Safe School Officer

The School Guardian (Armed) is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and orderly environment for students, staff, and visitors across the school campus. This position provides a visible security presence, monitors access control, supports emergency preparedness, and assists administration during safety-related incidents. The School Guardian is not a law enforcement officer and does not perform law enforcement duties, but is authorized under Florida law and school policy to carry a firearm on campus after meeting all statutory and training requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Campus Safety and Supervision

• Maintain a visible security presence throughout the campus to promote safety and deter unsafe behavior.
• Patrol school buildings, grounds, hallways, restrooms, cafeteria, parking areas, and common spaces.
• Assist with student supervision during arrival, dismissal, class changes, lunch periods, and high-traffic times.
• Provide security coverage during school events, extracurricular activities, and athletic events as assigned.

Access Control and Visitor Monitoring

• Monitor entrances, exits, and campus perimeters to ensure access is limited to authorized individuals.
• Support visitor check-in procedures and report unauthorized visitors to administration.
• Assist with traffic flow and vehicle supervision during arrival and dismissal.

Emergency Response and Incident Support

• Respond promptly to safety incidents and emergencies in accordance with school safety plans and protocols.
• Assist administration during lockdowns, evacuations, drills, and other emergency procedures.
• De-escalate conflicts and disturbances using approved techniques and professional judgment.
• Coordinate with administration and, when directed, serve as a liaison with School Resource Officers and law enforcement.

Documentation and Professional Responsibilities

• Observe, document, and report safety concerns, incidents, or suspicious activity to administration.
• Prepare and maintain accurate incident reports and security logs.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and staff information.
• Demonstrate professionalism and positive interactions with students, staff, families, and visitors.

Other Duties

• Support inspection and reporting of safety equipment concerns (doors, gates, cameras, alarms, radios).
• Assist with campus safety set-up and monitoring during special events when directed.
• Perform additional duties assigned by the administration.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of Level 2 background screening as required by Florida law.
• Successful completion of all Florida guardian program eligibility, screening, and training requirements, including firearm qualification.
• Ability to remain calm, exercise sound judgment, and respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in school security, military service, law enforcement support roles, or related fields.
• Training in crisis response, de-escalation, or emergency management.
• Experience working in an educational or youth-centered environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of school safety procedures and emergency protocols.
• Ability to observe, assess, and report incidents accurately.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to de-escalate conflicts and maintain professional composure.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards.
• Strong situational awareness and reliability.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Work performed indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and ability to move quickly during emergencies.
• May involve exposure to noise, crowds, traffic, and physical hazards typical of a school environment.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Reporting Relationships

• Reports directly to the principal or designated administrator.

Terms of Employment

Full-time, 10-month position.

Salary and benefits consistent with the school’s approved compensation plan.

Continued employment is contingent upon maintaining all required guardian certifications, screenings, training, and firearm qualifications.

RCSA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or national origin.

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Which school and school district help you obtain Florida Safe School Officer certification and how long you worked in schools?

License/Certification:

• Florida Safe School Officer (Required)