ACT 235 School Security Officer

Summary

Responsive recruiter

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Company car
• Dental insurance

Armed School Security Officer - ACT 235

Perry County, PA | $22.00/Hour | Full-Time | Academic-Year Schedule
Positions Begin September 2026

Looking for a meaningful armed security position with consistent hours, competitive pay, and the opportunity to make a positive impact?

KRE Security, LLC is hiring professional, dependable ACT 235-certified Armed Security Officers for a school district assignment in Perry County. In this role, you will help maintain a safe, welcoming environment while building positive relationships with students, staff, and families.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting pay: $22.00 per hour
• Additional $0.25 per hour for military veterans and active-duty service members
• Overtime paid for hours worked over 40 per week in accordance with applicable law
• Academic-year schedule beginning September 2026
• Health benefits available to eligible full-time employees averaging 30+ hours per week after 90 days
• Up to 40 hours of paid time off, with accrual beginning after completion of the probationary period
• Company vehicle provided while working
• Opportunities to earn additional hours at after-school events

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible, professional armed security presence
• Patrol school property and monitor entrances, access points, and surrounding areas
• Identify and report safety or security concerns
• Respond appropriately to incidents and emergencies
• Enforce district policies, post orders, and site procedures
• Complete accurate daily activity and incident reports using Belfry Software
• Communicate effectively with school personnel, supervisors, and fellow officers
• Build respectful, professional relationships with students, staff, and families

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Current Pennsylvania ACT 235 certification and valid concealed carry permit
• Level II or Level III retention holster
• Must obtain KRE's in-house Phazzer certification
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to the client site
• Strong communication, observation, and problem-solving skills
• Dependable, punctual, and professional in appearance and conduct
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods and work in various environments
• Flexible availability for occasional after-school events
• Previous security, military, law enforcement, or school-security experience is preferred but not required
• Must attend an in-person orientation before being scheduled

Required Clearances

Candidates must pass all required background screenings and be willing to obtain or provide the following before beginning the assignment:

• Pennsylvania State Police PATCH
• Child Abuse History Clearance
• FBI Fingerprinting for School Employees
• Act 24
• Act 168
• Act 67
• Mantoux tuberculosis test

Join the KRE Security Team

This is more than a traditional security assignment. It is an opportunity to become a trusted member of a school community while working for an established Pennsylvania security company that values professionalism, integrity, and reliability.

Apply today at to be considered for a September 2026 start

Compensation: $22.00 per hour

Job Description

Responsive recruiter

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Company car
• Dental insurance

Armed School Security Officer - ACT 235

Perry County, PA | $22.00/Hour | Full-Time | Academic-Year Schedule
Positions Begin September 2026

Looking for a meaningful armed security position with consistent hours, competitive pay, and the opportunity to make a positive impact?

KRE Security, LLC is hiring professional, dependable ACT 235-certified Armed Security Officers for a school district assignment in Perry County. In this role, you will help maintain a safe, welcoming environment while building positive relationships with students, staff, and families.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting pay: $22.00 per hour
• Additional $0.25 per hour for military veterans and active-duty service members
• Overtime paid for hours worked over 40 per week in accordance with applicable law
• Academic-year schedule beginning September 2026
• Health benefits available to eligible full-time employees averaging 30+ hours per week after 90 days
• Up to 40 hours of paid time off, with accrual beginning after completion of the probationary period
• Company vehicle provided while working
• Opportunities to earn additional hours at after-school events

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible, professional armed security presence
• Patrol school property and monitor entrances, access points, and surrounding areas
• Identify and report safety or security concerns
• Respond appropriately to incidents and emergencies
• Enforce district policies, post orders, and site procedures
• Complete accurate daily activity and incident reports using Belfry Software
• Communicate effectively with school personnel, supervisors, and fellow officers
• Build respectful, professional relationships with students, staff, and families

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Current Pennsylvania ACT 235 certification and valid concealed carry permit
• Level II or Level III retention holster
• Must obtain KRE's in-house Phazzer certification
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to the client site
• Strong communication, observation, and problem-solving skills
• Dependable, punctual, and professional in appearance and conduct
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods and work in various environments
• Flexible availability for occasional after-school events
• Previous security, military, law enforcement, or school-security experience is preferred but not required
• Must attend an in-person orientation before being scheduled

Required Clearances

Candidates must pass all required background screenings and be willing to obtain or provide the following before beginning the assignment:

• Pennsylvania State Police PATCH
• Child Abuse History Clearance
• FBI Fingerprinting for School Employees
• Act 24
• Act 168
• Act 67
• Mantoux tuberculosis test

Join the KRE Security Team

This is more than a traditional security assignment. It is an opportunity to become a trusted member of a school community while working for an established Pennsylvania security company that values professionalism, integrity, and reliability.

Apply today at to be considered for a September 2026 start

Compensation: $22.00 per hour