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BUFFALO, N.Y. (July 14, 2023) – Buffalo Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Tonja M. Williams announced today that the District’s Office of Human Resources will interview qualified applicants interested in becoming a security officer on Tuesday, July 25. Those interested in a position as a security officer should submit their resume and application at www.buffaloschools.org/security.

“Don’t delay, apply today to join our BPS team as a security officer,” Superintendent Dr. Tonja M. Williams said. “As the second largest and one of the most diverse urban public school districts in New York, the Buffalo Public Schools has more than 60 unique schools and more than 30,000 students from our littlest learners in pre-K all the way up to our highschoolers. BPS is emerging as one of the most desirable and competitive school districts to work for, not just in Western New York but also elsewhere, because of the commitment and professionalism of our staff.” 

Those interested in applying for an interview must meet the following requirements: 

  • High School, GED or Equivalent and six months full-time experience as a Security Guard or

  • 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 

  • Applicants must possess a valid NYS Driver’s License which must be presented at time of appointment and maintained during employment. 

  • Applicants must possess a valid NYS Security Guard Registration Card which must be presented at time of appointment and maintained during employment.

  • Must be a City of Buffalo resident.

All applications will be reviewed, and the District will contact qualified candidates to arrange an interview for July 25, 2023.

Other individuals interested in working for the Buffalo Public Schools can view a full list of job openings here

To learn more about career opportunities, including how to become teacher at the Buffalo Public Schools, visit https://www.buffaloschools.org/careers

For more information about the Buffalo Public School District visit www.buffaloschools.org

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