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Anticipated SY 26- 27 School Security Officer

Chicago Public Schools
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 25 Jun 2026
💰 $58,306/yr($42,762/yr$58,306/yr)

About the role

Anticipated SY 26- 27 School Security Officer 

Job Number:

  260001CM 

Posting Date

: Jun 24, 2026, 8:26:29 PM

Primary Location

: South Side-6220 South Stony Island Avenue (Hyde Park Career Academy)

Salary Range: $42,762.19 to $58,306.46
 
  

JOB DESCRIPTION ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

 

Reports to: Security Supervisor/Principal

 

Purpose of the Position: Security Officers are responsible for the overall safety and security of the school.  The security team plays a critical role in the school’s culture and climate.  A calm, structured, and positive learning environment is top priority for the security team.  Security personnel actively engage in supporting students in order for them to be successful in the classroom and school community.  The role of a security officer is physically demanding as they are the first line of defense to defuse and de-escalate student misconduct and/or serious incidents and must respond urgently.

 
Principal Accountabilities & General Responsibilities:
  • Fulfill duties associated with the post assigned as part of the school’s comprehensive security plan; maintain an orderly post and remain at the post at all times unless otherwise directed by a supervisor
  • Actively respond to incidents, fights or other issues in the school that threaten the safety of students, staff, and/or guests utilizing Safety Care skills up to and including momentary physical intervention if warranted by the safety risk
  • Fulfill duties assigned related to Hall Sweeps
  • Patrol (foot or mobile) and monitor school property for unauthorized persons. If needed, redirect or escort from property
  • Report unusual activity or suspicions of safety issues to the Security Supervisor or administration in a timely fashion
  • Complete proper documentation related to incident reports and misconduct reports
  • Produce and deliver reports to show progress against key metrics
  • Assist with the organization and distribution of student lockers and locker searches
  • Monitor school grounds and school entrances to ensure only aut

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