Security Officer Provisional - RB

BOARD OF EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES
ROOM 720

CITY HALL
BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202

RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #25-313
January
14th, 2026

BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION VACANCY

Civil Service Residency Requirements will apply

The City of Buffalo Civil Service does not require residency within the City of Buffalo for Native Americans.
The City of Buffalo Civil Service does require tribal enrollment or community recognition as a Native American.

POSITION:
Security Officer – Provisional

SALARY: $46,237- $54,316

LOCATION:
Various School Buildings

APPLICATION: Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. If you do not receive a confirmation email, we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: An incumbent to a position in this class will be responsible for the security of school property, safety of students, school personnel and assist in the maintenance of order. Patrols school buildings, areas around the school and at school functions in order to bring any problems under control. This position differs from that of Guard in that the Security Officer will have the power of arrest.

The incumbent will be semi-uniformed and wear a pocket emblem for identification instead of a shield. Security Officers will not be trained in the use of firearms or carry weapons. They will be called upon to use good judgment and have a high degree of tact in their contacts with students. Immediate supervision is received from the Director of Security.

• Maintains order in and around school buildings including lavatories and cafeterias;
• Reports irregularities to the School Principal and/or Director of Security;
• Disperses groups of individuals congregating on or at school property;
• Assists the principal with the orderly movement of pupils within the building;
• Removes unauthorized visitors from school premises;
• Assists in the apprehension of violators of laws or school department regulations on school property;
• Assists in the detection of problems or potential problem areas through effective communication channels with pupils, community residents and businesses;
• Keeps the principal constantly advised of means of establishing effective security measures in the building;
• Develops methods to prevent intrusion within a school building by outside gangs;
• Attempts to resolve less serious acts of misconduct without resorting to arrest;
• Investigates incidents within the school and submits reports to School Principal, Director of Security and Police when required;
• May be required to testify in disciplinary hearings;
• May be required to drive department automobile, chauffeuring the Superintendent, School Board members or other officials to meetings/school, etc.;
• Performs related work as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Working knowledge of investigator techniques;
• Ability to use good judgment and attitudes in dealing with the public and in situations involving student safety and building security;
• Ability to prepare, understand and interpret written material;
• Ability to reason clearly and make sound judgments;
• Ability to present ideas clearly and effectively;
• Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory relationships with others;
• Tact, courtesy, strength and agility;
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Graduation from High School, GED or Equivalency Diploma and six months of full time experience as a security guard;

Graduation from High School, GED or Equivalency Diploma including or supplemented by 15 credit hours from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Police Science or Law Enforcement; (transcript must be presented at time of filing application)