From Academy District 20's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
Location:
EAC (Education and Administration Center)
Recruiting Start Date:
07/01/2026 This posting will be open at least five (5) days after the recruiting start date.
Estimated Start Date:
08/17/2026
School Security Officer maintains safety and security of property, facilities, and personnel; assigned to a school campus or to districtwide patrol duties; assigned to a school-year schedule or a year-round schedule; conducts vehicle and foot patrols of district campuses and other property to ensure safety and security of students, visitors, staff, buildings, and property; responds to alarms and other calls for security assistance; monitors district security systems and request appropriate response from other security officers, other
district personnel, and/or public safety and police personnel as needed.
Incumbent must meet pre-employment drug and alcohol testing requirements; subject to random drug and alcohol testing, including reasonable suspicion.
Incumbent must complete a pre-employment psychological assessment.
Security officers, with proof of completion of the Peace Officer’s Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Certification, will receive an additional $1.50 per hour.
The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.
Reports consistently for work as scheduled
Performs other duties as assigned
Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
Assesses danger and calls for backup or assistance if necessary
Assists administrators with student disciplinary matters as requested
Assists building administration, school safety and security personnel, and law enforcement with the investigation of criminal incidents or discipline code violations
Assists in the coordination of action to be taken concerning threats of violence against students or district personnel, and assists in implementation of safety plan recommendations
Assists responding police officers who are conducting investigations by contacting necessary district personnel, unlocking doors, turning off/on alarm systems, etc.
Checks the security of premises and provides assistance to responding police officers and/or district personnel
Completes necessary reports to document criminal events or discipline code violations
Ensures student and staff safety
Ensures students, staff, and visitors adhere to policies and regulations while on campus or at district sponsored events
Follows all district policies and procedures
Intervenes to halt or prevent fights, disturbances, or other incidents, and diffuses threatening or confrontational situations
Investigates and documents criminal events on district owned property
Issues verbal warnings, reports misconduct, and requests assistance from appropriate personnel as required
Maintains familiarity with and enforces Student Conduct and Discipline Code and other school rules and regulations
Makes notifications via telephone, radio, or written report of incidents requiring documentation
Monitors alarm systems, camera systems, and other security devices
Provides armed escort for funds transfers
Provides armed patrol of district owned property to enforce laws and district regulations, detects and/or interdicts vandalism, theft, burglary, and other criminal activity
Provides security and assistance for public meetings of the Board of Education, other district committees and activities at the Education and Administration Center, and at other locations
Provides student supervision for athletics, activities, and other school/district-related functions
Renders appropriate first aid to injured persons and follows established protocol for reporting injuries
Responds to burglar, fire, or panic alarm activations
Satisfactorily completes initial certification and annual re-certification training in law enforcement and security skills, including but not limited to legal updates, crisis intervention skills, physical control and arrest techniques, and firearms qualification
Watches for disturbances, fights, unauthorized visitors, or criminal activity
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to effectively manage conflict
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, administrators, departments, other agencies, and the general public
Ability to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner
Ability to intervene in physical conflict and physically restrain persons to protect property or other persons
Ability to maintain a positive attitude
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to perform responsibilities without the necessity of close supervision
Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions
Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors, school staff and coworkers
Ability to work independently
Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility
Knowledge of computers and alarm monitoring equipment
Knowledge of working with students
Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.
The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet, moderate, and loud.
The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students, public, and/or other staff.
The incumbent is required to work scheduled school/work hours and/or days.
The incumbent may be required to work extended school/work hours and/or days as directed.
Significant amount of driving required, sometimes in adverse weather conditions.
The incumbent may experience exposure to dirt, dust, temperature extremes, and noise.
The incumbent may experience exposure to adverse climate and weather conditions.
Physical Demands: The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. All physical demands, if listed, are considered essential functions
Sits, stands, walks, stoops, kneels, and crouches/squats while performing duties
Has oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and/or through communication devices
Uses eyes, hands, and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensils
Lifts/pushes/pulls or carries burdens weighing up to 50 lbs.
Conducts activities involving climbing, stooping, kneeling/bending, crouching/squatting, twisting, and reaching
Exit and entry of vehicle, extensive walking
Possibility of running; contact with violent youth and/or adults; physical intervention in assaults and/or fights, or physical restraint of students and/or adults; physical arrest of criminal violators
Cognitive Functions: The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills.
Required Qualifications:
Colorado Driver's License - Department of Revenue - Division of Motor Vehicles, Experience in Law Enforcement and/or School Security, Firearms Certification - Academy District 20, First Aid/CPR/AED - American Heart Asc. / Red Cross / Etc., High school graduate -high school diploma or equivalent, Non-Crisis Intervention - Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), Oleoresin Capsicum Certification - Academy District 20
Preferred Qualifications:
Equivalent combination of related education and experience may be considered
Compensation
Compensation Range:
$24.85-26.09
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Hours per Day:
8.0 hour(s) per day
Number of Days per Year:
182 Days M-F Security
Benefits Eligibility:
Full-time - Regular For more information on our benefits, please visit Employee Benefits | Academy District 20 (asd20.org) .
FLSA Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt)
How to Apply: New applicants (including current district staff members) must use the Workday application portal. Documents emailed directly to a supervisor will not be considered for application purposes and will not receive a response. A completed online application also includes the following uploaded documents in PDF format:
A current resume
Please do not call to request site visits or interviews at the school/location. Please direct all inquiries via the email address indicated on the posting
Hiring Manager Email: richard.payne@asd20.org
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