Armed School Security Officer | Jonesboro Public Schools | Jonesboro, Arkansas
Protect What Matters Most. Build Your Career in School Security.
Join Dynamic Integrated Security (DIS) and become part of a professional team dedicated to protecting students, educators, and school communities.
We are actively building our On-Call Commissioned School Security Officer (CSSO) roster to support Jonesboro Public Schools. This flexible opportunity is ideal for experienced security professionals seeking meaningful work while serving as the primary pipeline for future full-time school security positions.
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About Dynamic Integrated Security (DIS)
Dynamic Integrated Security (DIS) is a professional security services provider committed to protecting educational communities through highly trained personnel, industry-leading standards, and continuous professional development.
DIS currently holds a three-year contract with Jonesboro Public Schools, creating an ongoing need for qualified Commissioned School Security Officers.
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As an On-Call Commissioned School Security Officer (CSSO), you will provide armed security coverage whenever full-time officers are unavailable and support athletic events and other school-sponsored activities.
This position offers flexible scheduling with assignments provided as operational needs arise.
Please note: This is an on-call position with no guaranteed minimum hours.
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Compensation
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$23.00 per hour for all assignments
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Work Schedule
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Monday through Friday
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7:00 AM 3:30 PM
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Based on the assigned campus schedule
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Evenings
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Weekends
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Paid at the same hourly rate
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W2 Employee
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OnCall / As Needed
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No guaranteed minimum hours
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✔ Paid professional training
✔ CSSO licensing sponsorship for qualified candidates
✔ Flexible schedule
✔ Opportunity to work in a highly respected school security program
✔ Pathway to future full-time CSSO positions
✔ Continuing education provided at no cost
✔ Work that directly protects students, faculty, and school communities
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Key Responsibilities
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Cover assignments when fulltime CSSOs are absent.
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Maintain a highly visible armed security presence.
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Monitor building access and visitor procedures.
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Deter and respond to security threats.
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Assist during medical emergencies and critical incidents.
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Support lockdowns, evacuations, and emergency drills.
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Build positive relationships with students, faculty, and administrators.
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Provide armed security during athletic competitions and school events.
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Monitor entrances, parking areas, and spectator sections.
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Respond to disturbances and unauthorized persons.
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Coordinate with school personnel and Jonesboro Police Department.
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Support safe event entry and exit procedures.
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Complete accurate incident reports.
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Coordinate with local law enforcement and emergency responders.
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Follow all DIS policies, Act 393 standards, and district procedures.
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Minimum Qualifications
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Be at least 21 years of age.
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Be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
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Possess a High School Diploma or GED.
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Hold a current Arkansas CSSO License or be eligible to obtain one before assignment.
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Pass state and federal fingerprintbased background checks.
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Successfully complete a psychological evaluation.
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Successfully complete a preemployment drug screening.
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Successfully complete the DIS firearms qualification course.
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Possess a valid Arkansas driver's license.
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Have reliable transportation.
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Be physically capable of responding to emergencies and standing or walking for extended periods.
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Be able to quickly adapt to unfamiliar school campuses.
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Candidates with any of the following are strongly encouraged to apply:
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Military experience
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Law Enforcement experience
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Corrections experience
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Retired Law Enforcement Officers
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Reserve Officers
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OffDuty Law Enforcement
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Previous School Resource Officer (SRO) or School Security experience
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Broad weekday availability during the school year
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Equipment Requirements
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Fullsize 9mm duty handgun from an approved manufacturer
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Safariland Level III duty holster
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Duty belt with required accessories
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Duty boots
Before deployment, all firearms must successfully pass the DIS armorer and safety inspection.
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Uniform shirts
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Outerwear
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Body armor
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Duty ammunition
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Radio
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Campus communication equipment
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Training Provided at No Cost
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Act 393 CSSO Certification
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Firearms Qualification
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CPR / First Aid / AED
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ALERRT Active Threat Response
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Crisis Intervention
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Deescalation Techniques
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Youth & Adult Mental Health First Aid
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Availability Expectations
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Be available to respond to assignments with approximately 24hour notice.
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Promptly accept or decline scheduling requests.
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Maintain all required licenses and certifications in active status.
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Because CSSOs work daily in educational environments with children, officers are expected to demonstrate exceptional professionalism, sound judgment, emotional control, and a commitment to de-escalation.
Professional appearance, integrity, and responsible firearms handling are essential conditions of employment.
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Location
Jonesboro Public Schools
Assignments may occur at any campus within the district.
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Application review
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Background investigation
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Psychological evaluation
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Drug screening
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Firearms qualification
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Required onboarding and training
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If you're passionate about protecting students and making a meaningful impact in your community, we'd like to hear from you.
Join Dynamic Integrated Security and become part of a team committed to creating safer schools throughout Arkansas.
