Job Description
Armed CCW School Security Officer
Citiguard is currently hiring dedicated and vigilant Armed Security Officers to join our team. We take pride in providing professional security services that help protect our clients, their employees, and the communities we serve. Our approach combines a skilled security workforce with modern technology to deliver reliable and effective security solutions.
Citiguard is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a diverse and professional workforce.
Pay Rate: $27.00/hour Job Type: Full-Time Schedule: Monday–Friday Work Location: In Person (School Setting)
Position Overview
We are seeking a professional, experienced, and dependable Armed CCW School Security Officer to provide security and protection in a school environment.
The ideal candidate must have prior school security experience, excellent communication and observation skills, and the ability to interact professionally with students, faculty, staff, parents, and visitors.
This position requires an active CCW permit, a personally owned firearm with required documentation, and appropriate duty equipment. All candidates must successfully complete a background check prior to employment.
Schedule
- Monday through Friday
- Full-time
- Day Shift
- Specific hours will be discussed during the interview process
- Occasional schedule adjustments may be required based on school activities and operational needs
Responsibilities
- Provide a safe, secure, and professional environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors
- Maintain a visible security presence throughout the assigned school campus
- Monitor entrances, exits, hallways, parking areas, and other designated areas
- Enforce school rules, security procedures, and company policies professionally and consistently
- Monitor and report suspicious activity, unauthorized access, safety hazards, and security concerns
- Respond promptly and appropriately to incidents and emergencies
- Assist school administrators and staff with security-related concerns
- Gather information and accurately document incidents, observations, and daily activities
- Contact law enforcement, fire, medical, or other emergency personnel when necessary
- Maintain awareness of activity throughout the campus and take appropriate action within the scope of training and authority
- Conduct routine security checks and inspections of assigned areas
- Maintain a professional and respectful relationship with students, staff, parents, and school personnel
- Maintain confidentiality regarding student, staff, and school information
- Follow all applicable school, company, and security procedures
Required Qualifications
- Prior school security experience is required
- Minimum of 4 years of security experience preferred
- Valid BSIS Guard Card required
- Valid California CCW permit required
- Required firearms permits/certifications must be current and in good standing
- Must own and provide an approved personally owned firearm for duty use
- Bill of Sale or other required firearm ownership documentation must be provided
- Must have a duty belt and appropriate firearm holster
- Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Must successfully pass a comprehensive background check
- Must demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, reliability, and strong communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a school security team
- Ability to interact appropriately and professionally with students, faculty, administrators, parents, and visitors
Required Equipment
Candidates must be prepared to provide their own required duty equipment, including:
- Personally owned firearm approved for the assignment
- Required firearm ownership documentation, including Bill of Sale where applicable
- Appropriate duty belt
- Approved duty holster
- Other required security equipment as specified by the company and client
All firearms and equipment must comply with applicable California law, licensing requirements, company policy, and school/client requirements.
Background Check
All applicants will be required to successfully complete a background check before being approved for employment.
Employment is contingent upon meeting all applicable licensing, certification, background-check, and client requirements.
Professional Expectations
Because this position is located in a school environment, the selected candidate must demonstrate a high level of professionalism, patience, discretion, and responsibility.
The ideal candidate understands that school security requires both strong security awareness and excellent interpersonal skills. Officers are expected to maintain a calm, respectful, and professional presence while protecting students, staff, visitors, and school property.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Health Insurance
Position Details
Job Type: Full-Time Pay Rate: $27.00/hour Schedule: Monday–Friday Shift: Day Shift Work Location: In Person (School Setting)
License/Certification Requirements:
- BSIS Guard Card (Required)
- California CCW Permit (Required)
- Required firearm related permits/certifications (Required)
- Valid Driver's License (Required)
Experience:
- Prior School Security Experience (Required)
- Four years of security experience (Preferred)
If you are an experienced security professional with a background in school security and meet the licensing and equipment requirements, we encourage you to apply.