SCHOOL SECURITY OFFICER

The School Security Officer will join SpaceX’s Starbase Education team and work closely with SpaceX’s security team to deliver exceptional security and innovative operational support in building a world-class school environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate cutting-edge operational thinking, ensuring the safety of students, staff, and visitors while optimizing school processes to foster an exceptional learning experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage entrance and exit procedures, including visitor screening, badge issuance, and monitoring access points to maintain a secure environment
• Coordinate security operations and implementation of security protocols for the school
• Staff the front office and interface with parents and guardians, addressing concerns, communicating school policies, and building positive relationships to support the school community
• Advance the logistics of school operations, including supply management, event coordination, and other miscellaneous daily workflows
• Respond to emergency situations (e.g., medical incidents, fire alarms, suspicious activity) and provide on-scene leadership and first response
• Execute security support as dictated by SpaceX security leadership and Education team
• Participate and assist in conducting advanced security training with education staff
• Maintain proficiency in security skills, such as basic investigations, surveillance, and emergency medical response
• Learn advanced skillsets relevant to security and education operations including but not limited to: EMT, VIP escort, security and education hardware/software

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 4+ years of experience in the military, law enforcement, overseas security contracting, or corporate security OR 1+ years on the SpaceX security team as a security officer 2

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Aptitude for critical incident handling
• Experience working with students and/or parents
• Impeccable character/integrity
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• CPR/first aid for the professional rescuer or BLS for the healthcare provider
• Computer-based proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Extensive team-oriented experience
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team
• An intense interest in protecting the future of spaceflight

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Availability to work year-around to support regular school year, ongoing holiday and summer camps, and occasional events in evenings and on weekends
• Ability and willingness to occasionally stand in a static position for extended periods
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Level 4 Commissioned Security Officer license
• Able to wear approximately 20-30lbs of gear throughout a 12-hour shift
• Position is subject to pre-employment enhanced screening, including a background check, psychological test, bi-annual physical fitness test, and drug and alcohol tests
• Valid driver’s license
• Willingness to undergo psychological evaluation and maintain relevant certifications (e.g., state security officer license if required)
• Ability to work in various environments, including indoor offices and outdoor school grounds in varying weather conditions
• Eligible for a US Government security clearance