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Police Officer

Kearney, NE · On-site

$31.21 - $43.55/hr

Salary: $31.21 - $43.55 Hourly Location : 2025 Avenue A, Kearney, NE Job Type: Full-Time Job Number ... in private or public disputes to protect the public and maintain order; appears in court as a ...

Full Pay Range 39.53 - 56.33 This is a full-time hourly position. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 ... Coordinates information and resources among other department employees, public and private agencies ...

Full Pay Range 39.53 - 56.33 This is a full-time hourly position. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 ... Coordinates information and resources among other department employees, public and private agencies ...

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How much do hourly private police jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for hourly private police in the United States is $62,148.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $74,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Private Police vs Security Guard?

AspectHourly Private PoliceSecurity Guard
CredentialsPrivate security license, sometimes specialized trainingSecurity officer license, basic training
Work EnvironmentPrivate properties, high-security areas, eventsCommercial, residential, retail locations
Employer & IndustryPrivate security firms, corporationsSecurity companies, businesses, institutions

Hourly Private Police and Security Guards both work in private security, but private police often have specialized training and may perform law enforcement-like duties, while security guards focus on surveillance and access control. Private police typically operate in higher-security environments and may have more authority, whereas security guards are more common for general security needs.

Can you be a private police officer?

Private police officers, often called security officers or private security personnel, are employed by private companies or organizations to protect property and individuals. They typically need to complete training, obtain relevant licenses or certifications, and may be required to pass background checks. Unlike public police officers, private security roles do not usually require law enforcement training or certification, but they must adhere to state and local regulations.

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School Police Officer

San Bernardino, CA • On-site

San Bernardino City Unified School District
Education • 5 - 10K employees

$38.25 - $46.53/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Patrols district schools, offices, and other property to enforce regulations, prevent criminal activity, and investigate crimes.

  • Provides law enforcement support, responds to alarms and calls, and reports hazardous conditions or malfunctions.

  • Provides guidance on campus safety, maintains high visibility to prevent crime, and assists in investigations and arrests.


San Bernardino City Unified School District rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

39th of 644 rated elementary and secondary schools


Job description

Salary: $38.25 - $46.53 Hourly
Location : San Bernardino City Unified School District, CA
Job Type: Positions work a 12 hour/12 month rotating shift
Job Number: 26-089
Department: Public Safety/Security/SPO/Environmental Safety
Opening Date: 08/05/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:
Patrols District schools, offices, and other property; apprehends suspects; investigates crimes; and makes recommendations for the disposition of criminal and related matters involving the security of District facilities, personnel, students, or visitors.
SUPERVISION:
Receives general supervision from a School Police Sergeant or higher authority within the chain of command. May act in the absence of a School Police Sergeant as required.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • As part of the School Police Department's community oriented policing responsibilities, routinely participates in school activities and provides related classroom instruction to staff and students.
  • Provides information to parent groups, neighborhood associations or to other related groups on pertinent school safety issues.
  • Patrols District facilities and school campuses before, during and after regular business and school hours by vehicle and on foot to enforce regulations,prevent criminal activity and enforce criminal law. Guards against and inspects for vandalism, illegal entry, theft and fire.
  • Answers and responds to alarms and radio calls.
  • Responds to private residences and businesses for calls for service as it relates to district student, staff, etc. for criminal and non-criminal matters.
  • Reports hazardous or unusual conditions or malfunctions observed.
  • Enforces the California Vehicle Code as it relates primarily to District and/or school site safety.
  • In coordination with Student Services and school attendance officials, routinely provides law enforcement support to the District's truancy prevention efforts.
  • Provides guidance to students, visitors and District personnel on proper and lawful campus facility or behavior.
  • Provides police services and crowd control for meetings, events and additional school activities as requested or needed.
  • Aids local law enforcement agencies in investigation and apprehension of students or personnel involved in violations in close proximity to District sites.
  • Provides written reports on arrests or incidents.
  • Maintains high visibility on District sites to prevent crime and disturbances.
  • As it relates to District business, apprehends and arrests violators in cooperation with local law enforcement agencies.
  • Contacts and coordinates with local law enforcement officials.
  • Escorts or removes unauthorized persons from school or office premises.
  • Identifies, observes and questions persons on or near school premises when the reason for their presence or intentions are unknown.
  • Takes criminal reports and submits reports for criminal prosecution.
  • Conducts routine investigations of incidents.
  • Works cooperatively with other District security personnel.
  • Must participate in and successfully complete all in-service training requirements.
  • May administer emergency first aid and C.P.R. as a first responder.
  • May accompany school or office personnel making cash bank deposits.
  • May detain and escort students to proper administration.
  • May appear in court as a witness.
  • May transport students as determined by school officials.
  • May receive and respond to requests for assistance from students, District personnel and persons on District property.
  • May dispatch security personnel as necessary.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
EDUCATION/TRAINING:
Current employment as a fulltime sworn peace officer with a P.O.S.T.-certified California law enforcement agency. -OR- Prior employment within three years as a fulltime sworn peace officer with a P.O.S.T.-certified California law enforcement agency. -OR- Graduation from a California P.O.S.T.-approved basic training academy within three years prior to the closing date of the current School Police Officer recruitment bulletin. -OR- A valid waiver letter granted by California P.O.S.T. waiving the required completion of a California POST-certified Regular Basic Course. -AND- Have a U.S. high school diploma, GED certificate, or high school equivalency certificate, or a two-year, four-Year, or advanced degree from an accredited or approved college/university.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATES/REGISTRATIONS* (At time of appointment and during employment):
  • An appropriate, valid California driver's license.
  • A current American Red Cross First Aid Certificate or an acceptable equivalent.
  • A current American Red Cross CPR certificate or an acceptable equivalent.
EXPERIENCE:
  • Experience working in school/campus security, law enforcement, or work involving extensive public contact is desirable.

Additional Information
CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION.
Only online applications are accepted via https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanbernardinousd
Computer access is available in the Personnel Commission Office.
APPLICATIONS: Following closing of recruitment, no additional application material or information will be accepted.
RECRUITMENT TYPE: OPEN & PROMOTIONAL (Anyone may apply for this position).
ADDITIONAL SALARY INFORMATION:
This is a non-exempt position, SBPOA Salary Range 46. Positions in this class work 12 hour rotating shifts on a 12-month basis. The probationary period for employees in this classification is 248 paid work days.
BENEFITS: Health, Vision, Dental and PERS (retirement). Benefits are available to full-time and part-time employees.
For complete details visit Employee Benefits
THE EXAMINATION:
  • Written Examination. WEIGHT: 100%
  • Only qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process.
  • Successful candidates who pass all parts of the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list in order of their relative merit.
  • Candidates will be notified in accordance with the Personnel Commission Rules.
  • This eligibility list will be active for a period of (1) year.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: The Personnel Commission will make every effort possible to ensure that all applicants compete on an equal level. At any time in the employment process, applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations if required. To give district staff adequate time to evaluate each case, and to arrange for accommodations, applicants must submit their request to the Affirmative Action Office at (909) 381-1122 as soon as possible. Failure to do so may result in the inability to provide the necessary reasonable accommodations in a timely manner.
Fingerprinting, drug and tuberculosis testing is required of all successful candidates new to the district.
District employees and external applicants must upload proof of education and/or training with each application. Acceptable documents include copies of a high school diploma, GED (or equivalent), transcripts (official or unofficial), college degree(s), and/or training certificates. Applications submitted without the required documentation may be disqualified. All relevant experience must be clearly listed in the "Work Experience" section of the application, as resumes will not be considered.
In compliance with California SB 1100, a valid California driver's license and automobile insurance are required only for positions in the classification where driving is an essential job function.
Closing Date: Continuous-subject to close any time.
CLASSIFIED NON-MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEE:
PERS Retirement; Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Vacation, Holidays and Sick Leave. Benefits are available to full-time and part-time employees.
CLASSIFIED MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEE:
PERS Retirement; Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance. Benefits are based on a 40-hour workweek, 8 hours per day.
SCHOOL POLICE OFFICERS:
PERS Retirement; Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance. Benefits are based on a 40-hour workweek.
School Police Officers Differential compensation:
POST Intermediate Certification: 6% to base pay
POST Advanced Certification: 8% to base pay
Associate degree: 5% to base pay
Bachelor degree: 7% to base pay
Master degree: 9% increase to base pay
For complete benefit details, please visit https://www.sbcusd.com/district_offices/business_services_division/employee_benefits
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