# Security Guard - School

> BelovED Community & Empowerment Academy Charter Schools · Jersey City, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-08-31

**Salary:** USD 18–19

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** BelovED Community Charter School - Elementary School

## Description

During the school year the security guard will help ensure a safe environment for students, teachers, and administrators.

This is a full-time 10 month position.

Works Closely with: Other Security Guards & Custodians

Major responsibilities include:

-   Log-in students when they arrive
-   Ensure that only authorized individuals are allowed on campus
-   Enforce guest/visitor policies
-   Provide support to teachers and administrators during confrontational situations
-   Monitor campus access points as assigned
-   Greet campus guests, ascertain reason for visit and implement visitor protocols as appropriate
-   Monitor school parking lots and direct traffic throughout day and during dismissal
-   Use phone system to call teachers and staff when visitors arrive
-   Perform assigned duties during emergency drills
-   Escort parents and students to classes as requested
-   Share responsibility for outdoor recess monitoring
-   Log any security incidents in the security log book. Write summary report for any significant security incidents that occur within two hours of the event.
-   Monitor camera system and use computer/iPad to log-in visitors and students.
-   Close and lock gates
-   Perform occasional custodial services as asked. These may include but are not limited to:

-   Adjusting room temperatures
-   Setting up or taking down tables
-   Mopping and/or sweeping floors
-   Emptying trash
-   Help direct traffic for bus pick-up

Occasional weekend and evening hours may be required for special events. Some overtime may be available.

## Requirements

**Required Skills/Training:**

Current SORA license

DOE Criminal Background Check

Experience providing security in a school setting

Ability to work outside for 1-2 hours at a time

Reference checks

## Benefits

-   Health insurance
-   Paid time off
-   Retirement plan

## Apply

[Apply at BelovED Community & Empowerment Academy Charter Schools](https://apply.workable.com/empowerment-academyand-beloved-community-charter-schools/j/66203B7B3D/apply)

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