Armed Security Officer - School Security

VETS Securing America (VSA) is seeking professional and highly dependable Armed Security Officers to provide security services at a school campus in Houston, Texas. We are hiring officers to help maintain a safe learning environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Job Responsibilities

Campus Security & Protection

• Maintain a safe and secure environment for students, staff, visitors, and school property
• Provide a visible security presence throughout the campus
• Deter criminal activity through proactive patrols and high visibility
• Enforce school policies and security procedures
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times

Access Control

• Monitor all entrances and exits during school hours
• Verify identification of all visitors
• Ensure visitors sign in and receive proper badges
• Prevent unauthorized access to the campus
• Monitor deliveries and vendor access

Campus Patrol

• Conduct continuous interior and exterior patrols
• Monitor classrooms, administrative offices, gyms, cafeterias, libraries, and common areas
• Patrol parking lots, athletic fields, playgrounds, and portable buildings
• Inspect doors, gates, and windows for security issues
• Identify and report maintenance concerns and safety hazards

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Pass a criminal background check that meets Texas licensing standards
• Current and valid Texas Level III Commissioned Security Officer License issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)
• Pass a drug screening
• Attend VSA Orientation

Required Duty Gear

• Full-size firearm (compact firearms not accepted)
• Three magazines with magazine holders
• Duty belt
• Two sets of handcuffs
• Pepper spray gel
• Taser
• Flashlight

Preferred Qualifications

• Military or law enforcement experience (preferred but not required)
• Minimum of 1 year of armed school security experience
• Experience working with juveniles
• Knowledge of emergency evacuation, reunification, and lockdown procedures

Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• 8-hour and 10-hour shifts available

Compensation
$19.00 per hour