Commissioned School Security Officer

Job Descriptions and Duties:

The Commissioned School Security Officer (CSSO) will provide armed security for students, staff, and visitors in Rogers Schools. CSSOs will patrol school buildings and building grounds to prevent unauthorized visitors and to promote a culture of safety and security. Applicants with a law enforcement or military background are preferred but not required. CSSO duties will include but are not limited to:

To engage an active shooter with lethal force if necessary

Prevent access to school buildings and grounds by unauthorized visitors

Promote a culture of safety and security on school grounds

Provide armed security for all occupants of school buildings and grounds

Participate in safety walk throughs and building assessments

Assist with building drills and other emergency procedures

Assist with car rider, bus rider, and crosswalk duties

Monitor the school’s emergency management system and security cameras

Provide safety and security trainings to students, families, staff, and the community

Obtain a CDL and drive a school bus

Prepare reports

Collaborate with district and school administrators

Collaborate with first responders for ongoing training

Abide by all state and federal laws and regulations

Other duties as assigned

CSSO Requirements:

Act 393 of 2015, mandates training requirements for CSSOs in Arkansas

Applicants must be 21 years or older

Applicants must have a valid drivers license

Applicants must clear the Arkansas State Police and FBI background checks

Applicants must pass a psychological exam

Applicants must submit to random drug screenings

Applicants must provide a current vision and hearing report

Applicants must complete a 60 hour minimum three phased CSSO training and pass a final examination

Applicants must complete a refresher course of training every year

Applicants must complete a renewal three phase course of training every two years

Contract: 8 hours per day, 190 days per year