FDLE Certified Officer

Job Description

Job DescriptionLocation: On-site

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: 8-hour shifts

Pay: Starting at $26.00 per hour

Minimum Age: 21+

About the Role

We are seeking experienced public safety and security professionals to join our team as Certified Safe School Officers.

This is an opportunity for qualified professionals to use their law enforcement, security, military, corrections, or emergency response experience to help protect students, staff, and the school community.

In this role, you will help maintain a safe and secure campus environment through proactive security, emergency preparedness, incident prevention, conflict resolution, and strong relationships with students and school personnel.

FDLE-certified professionals and qualified current, retired, or former public safety and law enforcement professionals are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce school safety and security procedures.
• Maintain a visible security presence throughout the school campus.
• Respond quickly and appropriately to emergencies, threats, and critical incidents.
• Help prevent, deescalate, and resolve conflicts.
• Build positive and professional relationships with students, staff, administrators, and law enforcement agencies.
• Support safety drills, emergency preparedness activities, and training sessions.
• Prepare clear, accurate incident reports and required documentation.
• Support school policies and procedures related to campus safety and security.
• Remain prepared to respond to active threats and other emergency situations.

Qualifications / Requirements

Required

• FDLE Certification.
• At least 3 years of combined experience in one or more of the following: oLaw Enforcement
• School Security oArmed Security
• Corrections oMilitary Service
• Emergency Response
• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Strong knowledge of public safety and security procedures.
• Experience with emergency response and crisis management.
• Strong conflict resolution and deescalation skills.
• Advanced firearms proficiency and tactical training.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate reports.
• Strong decisionmaking and problemsolving skills.
• Ability to build professional relationships with students and school personnel.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must successfully pass a background check.
• Must successfully complete a drug screening in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Must successfully pass required psychological evaluations.
• Must be able to work onsite.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and remain active for extended periods, both indoors and outdoors.
• Must meet all applicable state, local, and school safety requirements.

FDLE Certification Information

FDLE-certified officers may be eligible to complete a one-day certification session through a Florida Sheriff's Office, subject to applicable requirements and approval.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional training or education in any of the following areas is preferred:

• Law Enforcement
• Criminal Justice
• Security
• Military Service
• Emergency Management

Schedule

• FullTime
• 8hour shifts
• Onsite position

Compensation

• Starting pay: $26.00 per hour

Equipment

Candidates may be required to own or have access to standard duty equipment, depending on the position, including:

• Firearm, when required for the position
• Level III retention holster/duty belt
• Magazines and other required duty gear

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position is designed for experienced professionals who want to continue their career in public safety, security, and school safety while making a direct impact on the safety and well-being of students, educators, and the broader school community.

If you have experience in law enforcement, armed security, corrections, military service, school security, or emergency response and meet the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply.

How to Apply

Apply through Indeed with your current resume and relevant professional experience.

Qualified FDLE-certified and experienced public safety professionals are encouraged to apply.