Essex Regional Educational Services CommissionPublic school district · Fairfield, New Jersey · 21 open roles

Security Guard (School)

Fairfield, NJNon-instructionalPosted Sep 8
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Posted
Sep 8, 2026
Listing expires
Nov 14, 2026

About this role

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Patrols district buildings, schools and grounds to protect against illegal entry, acts of violence, vandalism, illegal drug activity, arson, and theft.
  • Conducts regular inspections of windows, doors, and other points of entry to ensure that they are secure.
  • Reports concerns and incidents which may require corrective action to Lead Security Guard.
  • Patrols school/central office grounds to observe unauthorized persons or vehicles, parking violations, and overall security of the outside area including exterior lighting and emergency access routes.
  • Checks identification of pupils, staff, and visitors entering the school/central office.
  • Detains unauthorized persons; calls for police assistance in accordance with the district's security plan.
  • Notifies police, fire department, or other appropriate authority of any situation requiring immediate attention.
  • Encourages appropriate student conduct with regard to school rules and regulations.
  • Assists visitors to the school/central office in receiving proper direction, assists in maintaining log of all visitors, and prevents unauthorized persons from entering the building.
  • Assists with building evacuations, lock downs, etc.
  • Interacts with central office, staff and students to assess and resolve problems/conflicts.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
  • Record-keeping and customary reporting:
  • Records all observations and conditions, and reports unusual occurrences or property damage to administration.
  • Submits written reports of all incidents of vandalism, violence, illegal drug activity, and security violations.
  • Answers and directs incoming call when covering at central office.
  • Maintains confidentiality at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School Diploma.
  • SORA Certified (Security Officer Registration Act).
  • Experience in law enforcement, school security and/or public safety.
  • Knowledge of security measures, fire prevention, and crowd control.
  • Ability to maintain order and to work with groups and individuals on matters of security and crisis management.
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Must be able to use technology efficiently such as computer, two-way radio, video monitors, buzz-in systems, electronic surveillance equipment and other devices selected by the District to be part of the school security system.
  • Valid Driver's License.
  • Must pass CHRU background check.
  • Must have recent Tuberculosis screening.

PAY RATE:
Annual Salary - $39,000

TERM OF CONTRACT:
12 Month Position

BENEFITS:
Health, Dental and Vision
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
403 (b) Plans
PTO (Sick, Personal and Vacation)

ERESC is an Equal Opportunity Employer