The posting
Job Summary:
- Mesquite ISD
For the 2026-2027 School Year
APPROX. START DATE: April 27th, 2026
ALL POSITIONS WORK THE MISD SCHOOL CALENDAR
3 Position offerings:
***Elementary School SSO
**SSO Flex Officer
*Part-Time Sporting Events SSO
For the 2025-2026 School Year
Pursuant to Texas State House Bill 3, all public schools must provide a licensed armed security officer on campus while students are on campus.
This School Safety Officer position is for the Mesquite ISD Elementary Schools.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Law Enforcement:
Must respond to an active threat on campus within a timely manner under a variety of circumstances.
Patrol school grounds for students, faculty, and visitor safety.
Perform daily safety security perimeter checks of campus property and work close with MISD police officer.
Assist administration with complaints concerning unauthorized people on campus.
Assist with directing vehicles during student drop off and pick up times in the campus parking lots. Investigate and identify suspicious persons and/or vehicles.
Escort district personnel in potentially hostile situations and assist staff with after-hour functions upon their request.
Assist the Transportation Department with problem bus stop areas and/or chronic disruptions on school buses upon their request.
Completes and maintains proficiency in all requirements and training for Texas Level III Commission.
Reports/Records:
Write effective legal incident reports, collect evidence as necessary for supporting criminal investigations and apprehend offenders.
Other:
Take such other actions within the guidelines set forth in the "Post Orders" as deemed necessary.
Maintain firearms proficiency.
Perform other duties as assigned.
- A security officer is to be honest, alert and well disciplined as the custodians of employee and customer property and safety.
- Constant and dedicated vigilance.
- Strong customer service skills, exemplifying Andy Frain Services Mission Statement.
- Ability to be a firsthand, results oriented employee, handling multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Ability to facilitate progressive change, work as part of a team, follow directions and continually improve.
- Work with a sense of urgency.
- Strong oral and written communications skills.
For the 2026-2027 School Year
APPROX. START DATE: April 27th, 2026
Pay Rate
$21 Per Hour
WORK IS BASED ON THE MISD SCHOOL CALENDAR
We offer 3 distinct positions when available:
***Elementary School SSO- Assigned to one specific school.
Monday-Friday 7:45am - 3:45pm
**Sports and Events SSO- Conducts Bag Checks and Screenings at Middle & High School sporting events
Typically- Thursday & Fridays 4:00pm- 9:00pm and Saturdays, time varies.
*Flex SSO- On call daily, able to work in the Elementary Schools or Sporting Events.
Qualifications/Skills:
Education/Certification:
At the time of application, MUST possess a current ACTIVE Texas Level III Commissioned Armed Security License
All applicants are expected to own their own 9mm firearm with a Level 3 holster, before they can start work. There are restrictions on Make and Model, please inquire about type.
All applicants must be a U.S. Citizen and at least 21 years of age.
Candidates will go through stringent background checks and training and must pass, as a condition of the hiring process.
Valid Class “C” Driver License with acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation.
Social Security Card
Driver's License (front and back)
Proof of Education: High School Diploma or Transcript, GED Certificate or College Transcript (If transcripts, a sealed original will be required at background investigation stage)
DD-214 Military Discharge form (if applicable) (copy of original Member -4 Form)
Qualified applicants must pass a drug test.
All applicants must pass firearms qualifications.
All candidates must be of good moral character and able to communicate with the public.
Demonstrates ability to work effectively with youth as well as adults.
Experience:
Three (3) years of Commissioned Armed Security employment is highly preferred.
Minimum three (3) years of full-time peace officer position highly preferred.
Prior Law Enforcement highly preferred
Honorably discharged from US Military highly preferred.
School Safety officer experience highly preferred.
Mental Demands:
Maintain emotional control under stress.
Work with frequent interruptions.
This position requires regular in-person interaction with the public.
Physical Demands:
Continual standing, walking, pushing, and pulling.
Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing (ladder), moderate lifting and carrying.
Must be able to climb stairs.
Must be able to wear a Ballistic Vest and Duty Belt with firearm for a whole 8hr shift.
Must be able to work an 8hr shift WITHOUT SMOKING OR VAPING.
Overtime as needed.
Environmental Factors:
May have exposure to rain or extreme hot and cold temperatures.
This description portrays in general terms the type and level(s) of work performed and is not intended to be all-inclusive, nor the specific duties of any one incumbent. Andy Frain Services reserves the right to modify, supplement, delete or augment the duties and responsibilities specified in the position description, in the Company's sole and absolute discretion. Duties other than those expressly specified, may be assigned from time to time.
