School Security Officer

About the role

The School Security Officer (SSO) is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure learning environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. They work under the direction of the Coordinator of Security and Emergency Management through a school administrator.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with police and fire department personnel to address immediate safety concerns and emergency situations.
• Confidently communicate school policy and enforcement procedures to students, personnel, and visitors to ensure their understanding and the potential consequences of violation.
• Intervene during conflicts to minimize injury, disruption of the learning environment, or damage of campus property.
• Keep detailed logs/notes of all incidents, events, calls, and radio contacts.
• Maintain a professional appearance and patrol various ACPS properties as assigned.
• Prepare concise documentation and refer incidents to appropriate personnel for follow-up action.
• Report observations and incidents to appropriate personnel for follow-up action.
• Respond quickly to emergency situations and immediate safety concerns.
• Work a flexible schedule to accommodate job requirements including emergencies, nighttime, weekend, and holiday duties.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• One year of college coursework.
• Valid Driver’s License and copy of driving record.
• Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) School Security Officer (SSO) Certification within 60 days of hire.
• Continued SSO recertification every 2 years.
• Obtain and maintain CPR Certification.

Skills

• Communication skills.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Log keeping and note-taking skills.
• Patrol and surveillance skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate job requirements including emergencies, nighttime, weekend, and holiday duties.