Security Guard

Security Guard – School Environment

Location: Columbus, OH Pay Rate: $30.00 per hour Shift: 1st Shift Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dependable Security Guard to work at a school serving students with behavioral and emotional challenges. This position is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and structured learning environment for students, staff, and visitors.

The ideal candidate will have previous security experience, strong communication skills, good judgment, and the ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations. Candidates must be comfortable working in a school environment and interacting with students who may display behavioral challenges.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

• Monitor school grounds, entrances, hallways, and common areas.

• Respond to security concerns, disturbances, and emergency situations.

• De-escalate conflicts and handle challenging interactions professionally.

• Follow established school safety and security procedures.

• Assist school staff with maintaining order and a structured environment.

• Monitor visitors and ensure proper access control.

• Document incidents and complete security reports as needed.

• Communicate effectively with school administration and staff.

Requirements

• Previous professional security experience is required.

• Must be comfortable working in a school environment.

• Ability to remain calm, professional, and level-headed in stressful situations.

• Strong communication, observation, and conflict-resolution skills.

• Ability to work with students who may have behavioral or emotional challenges.

• Dependable, punctual, and able to follow established procedures.

• Must be able to pass any required background checks and screenings.

Compensation & Schedule

• Pay: $30.00 per hour

• Shift: 1st Shift

• Environment: School / Educational Setting

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