- Type:School Districts
- Salary/Pay Rate:$16.69 – $22.67/hour
- Posted Date:10/15/2026 10:32 AM
- Deadline to Apply:12/15/2026
The Clarkstown Central School District is seeking qualified candidates to be part of their safety and security team.
Job Description
The position consists of security work involving the enforcement of rules and regulations and maintaining order through regular patrols of school district buildings and surrounding grounds. The work is performed under the supervision of the Coordinator of Safety & Security, as well as building level administrators. Does related work as required.
Prior law enforcement experience is preferred.
Typical Work Activities:
- Conducts routine patrols of designated areas by foot or vehicle;
- Monitors and enforces rules to ensure safety and order on the premises;
- Directs and monitors traffic and parking;
- Identifies and reports potential fire, safety or security hazards;
- Performs security checks of unoccupied buildings (e.g., ensures doors and windows are closed and locked);
- Monitors parking areas and enforces regulations by identifying unauthorized or improperly parked vehicles;
- Observes, investigates and documents suspicious behaviors, conditions or incidents;
- Prepares and submits incident and activity reports;
- Reports unusual incidents or suspicious activities to the appropriate supervisor, building administrator and/or appropriate authorities;
- Assists in implementing and enforcing building safety policies and emergency procedures;
- Operates motorized security vehicles;
- May monitor security cameras and manage building entry procedures, including visitor screening and registration;
- May conduct non-criminal investigations when assigned;
- May provide first aid and assistance in the event of minor injuries or medical situations.
Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Personal Characteristics:
Good knowledge of the physical areas to be secured*; good knowledge of security practices and procedures; good powers of observation and memory; ability to gather basic information as it pertains to security matters; ability to provide first aid for minor injuries*; ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with others; ability to deal with emergencies calmly and effectively; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; ability to follow and implement the security policies and procedures of the municipality in which employed*; ability to prepare written reports.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma and two (2) years of paid work experience**, or two (2) years of active military service or a combination of the two; or
2. An Associate’s degree or equivalent college credits (minimum of sixty (60) credits); or
3. Completion of thirty (30) college credits and one (1) year of paid work experience**, active military service or a combination of the two.
Other Requirements and Information:
1. Must complete all required pre-assignment training (must be provided by a certified security guard instructor at an approved security guard school) and all additional training and registration requirements as specified by the New York State Security Guard Act of 1992 and in accordance with the requirements of the New York State Department of State, Division of Licensing Services.
2. Certain employers require a valid driver’s license at the time of appointment which must be maintained throughout the course of employment in this title. If a valid license is required, it is the responsibility of the appointing authority to verify the validity.
*To be demonstrated during the probationary period.
**Work experience while a full-time high school student is not qualifying.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary and benefits are competitive with the public sector market including but not limited to the following:
- Salary: $16.69/hour-$22.67/hour (rate commensurate with experience) (as of 10/15/2026)
- Benefits: (Dental, Life, Vision) Health Insurance 27% employee, 73% employer
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should email James Carroll, Coordinator of Safety & Security at jcarroll@ccsd.eduClick here to access the online application.
Application Deadline 12/15/2026