Top 27 School groundskeeper Jobs in Illinois

School Security Officer
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $42,762.19 - $58,306.46 a year
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to climb stairs
- High school diploma or GED
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
Winnebago School District - Groundskeeper
Winnebago High School —Winnebago, IL
- Part-time
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
7d
Night Watchman
Township High School District 113 —Highland Park, IL
- $19.75 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- High school
- Office
School Safety Officers
Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7 —Edwardsville, IL
- $19.70 - $21.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to climb stairs
- Public school
- Communication skills
3d
Grounds Supervisor (Tuesday - Saturday)
Illinois School District U-46 —Elgin, IL
- $60,243 - $90,353 a year
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- 3 years
Grounds Worker
Belvidere School District —Belvidere, IL
- $19.75 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Public school
Safety and Security Supervisor
Niles Township High Schools District 219 —Skokie, IL
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Extended hours
- School experience
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
Flex Team Security Officer
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- Ability to climb stairs
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel
School security officer
Vigilant eyes protection —Chicago, IL
- $21 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Heavy lifting
- Customer service
Quick Apply
13d
2nd Shift Security Personnel (9 1/2 Months)
Township High School District 113 —Deerfield, IL
- From $20.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Office
- Computer skills
- Public school
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
1st Shift Security Personnel (9 1/2 Months)
Township High School District 113 —Highland Park, IL
- From $20.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Office
- Computer skills
- Public school
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Groundskeeper
Community Unit School District 300 —Algonquin, IL
- $20.04 an hour
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
- School
1d
Climate Team Officer
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- Classroom
- Ability to climb stairs
- High school diploma or GED
Custodian/Maintenance
Parkview Christian Academy —Yorkville, IL
- $30,000 - $32,000 a year
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- School
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
Quick Apply
Custodian - Day Shift & Night Shift
River Trails School District 26 —Mount Prospect, IL
- From $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- US work authorization
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
13d
Full Time Campus Security Guard SY 2026-27
PERSPECTIVES CHARTER SCHOOLS —Chicago, IL
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Customer service
- Office
Quick Apply
Security Professional
McHenry Community High School District 156 —McHenry, IL
- $18 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
13d
Maintenance Worker - Grounds - 8.0 Hours/Day; Year-Round
Champaign Unit 4 School District —Champaign, IL
- Overtime
- Carpentry
- Computer literacy
- 11+ years
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Athletic Aide I - 2026/2027 School Year (Woodlawn Campus)
University of Chicago Charter School —Chicago, IL
- $17.47 an hour
- Overtime
- High school
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Custodian (afternoon shift)
Minooka Community High School —Minooka, IL
- From $17.50 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
- School
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply

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School Security Officer

Chicago Public Schools -
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

$42,762.19 - $58,306.46 a year

Benefits

Wellness program
457(b)
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Pension plan
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
403(b)
Life insurance
Pet insurance

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Patrolling

Full Job Description

School Security Officer

Job Number: 2000022C

Posting Date: Nov 7, 2025, 12:15:38 PM

Primary Location: Central-42 West Madison Street (CW Safety and Security)

Salary Range: $42,762.19 to $58,306.46

JOB DESCRIPTION -

Reports to: Security Supervisor/Principal

Purpose of the Position: Security Officers are responsible for the overall safety and security of the school. The security team plays a critical role in the school’s culture and climate. A calm, structured, and positive learning environment is top priority for the security team. Security personnel actively engage in supporting students in order for them to be successful in the classroom and school community. The role of a security officer is physically demanding as they are the first line of defense to defuse and de-escalate student misconduct and/or serious incidents and must respond urgently.

Principal Accountabilities & General Responsibilities:

Fulfill duties associated with the post assigned as part of the school’s comprehensive security plan; maintain an orderly post and remain at the post at all times unless otherwise directed by a supervisor
Actively respond to incidents, fights or other issues in the school that threaten the safety of students, staff, and/or guests utilizing Safety Care skills up to and including momentary physical intervention if warranted by the safety risk
Fulfill duties assigned related to Hall Sweeps
Patrol (foot or mobile) and monitor school property for unauthorized persons. If needed, redirect or escort from property
Report unusual activity or suspicions of safety issues to the Security Supervisor or administration in a timely fashion
Complete proper documentation related to incident reports and misconduct reports
Produce and deliver reports to show progress against key metrics
Assist with the organization and distribution of student lockers and locker searches
Monitor school grounds and school entrances to ensure only authorized personnel and authorized visitors access the school; if assigned to the main entrance, ensure all guests follow visitor protocol and triage visitor requests
Actively participate in professional development training to ensure ongoing growth and to advance skills
As assigned, monitor the student entry and dismissal process to ensure safety
Build positive and professional relationships with students and leverage those relationships to establish and maintain productive and safe learning environments and common areas of the building
Exercise dignity and respect when interacting with students at all times
Lead efforts to de-escalate inappropriate student behaviors and assist students with maximizing their time on task in classrooms
Serve as a primary participant in emergency response during crisis situations including but not limited to fire, tornado and active shooter incidents

Key Performance Indicators

Meeting school’s expectation for school-wide average attendance
Meeting school’s expectation for reduction in serious misconducts
Stakeholder perception of a safe school climate and culture
Adherence to CPS Office of Safety and Security Accountability Standards

Qualifications/Skills:

High school diploma or GED required
A minimum of 2-3 years of highly successful related experience
Actively patrolling school property is critical in securing the building and maintaining a safe environment for students and staff. Applicants must be able to walk or stand for long periods of time (up to 8 hours) and quickly ascend/descend stairs.
Knowledge of the CPS Student Code of Conduct
Knowledge of basic methods of providing site security and safety
Solid attendance and punctuality
Experience with CPS technology systems utilized for school safety processes (i.e. camera systems or entry screening systems)
Ability to work with adolescents in maintaining a positive and safe school culture
Ability to read and adhere to written and oral instructions
Proficient with teamwork and collaborating with colleagues and administration
Exhibit passion and the ability to thrive amidst change and challenging conditions while maintaining a positive outlook and forward looking perspective
Possess an attuned appreciation for cultural awareness and competency and a staunch commitment to continuously develop insight and proficiencies related to such matters
Takes personal responsibility for mistakes and learns from them, while consistently following up with analysis and corrective action
Demonstrated ability to keep up with fast paced environments and to multi-task
Sound judgment and ethical practice
Commitment to social justice and restorative justice practices
Strong oral communication skills, human relations and interpersonal skills
Ability to write incident reports
Impeccable attendance and punctuality
Successful completion of CPS Security Training curriculum with associated certifications

Benefits:

Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice

CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:

Medical Plan Options
Pharmacy
Dental
Vision
Behavioral Health & EAP
Employee Wellness Program

Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow

We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:

Basic Life Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Pension Plans
Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Spot Pet Insurance

Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life

CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:

Paid Leave
Sick Leave
Vacation Days
Parental Leaves
Short-Term Disability
Religious Holidays
Leaves

Reference the Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview or the benefits handbook for comprehensive details.

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school groundskeeper jobs in illinois

School Security Officer

Winnebago School District - Groundskeeper

Night Watchman

School Safety Officers

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Grounds Worker

Safety and Security Supervisor

Flex Team Security Officer

School security officer

2nd Shift Security Personnel (9 1/2 Months)

1st Shift Security Personnel (9 1/2 Months)

Groundskeeper

Climate Team Officer

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Custodian - Day Shift & Night Shift

Full Time Campus Security Guard SY 2026-27

Security Professional

Maintenance Worker - Grounds - 8.0 Hours/Day; Year-Round

Athletic Aide I - 2026/2027 School Year (Woodlawn Campus)

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