Job Description

School Security Officer (SSO) are responsible for ensuring the safety security and welfare of all students faculty staff and visitors in the school. School Security Officer presence is vital to maintaining order and discipline preventing crime investigating violations of school board policies and detaining students violating the law or school board policies on school property or at school-sponsored events.

Essential Job Functions:

• Patrols hallways stairwells restrooms and parking areas.
• Acts as a first responder to emergency incidents on school grounds and at school events.
• Checks hall passes of students going to and from class.
• Enforces school safety and security rules and regulations.
• Monitors traffic and oversees the safety of students riding school buses and driving cars.
• Participates in school committee meetings regarding student conduct and threat assessments.
• Checks parking permits of students and staff and reports violations to the office.
• Maintains security during sporting events lunch periods and other activities.
• Checks all windows doors and entrances of the building to make certain they are secured daily and reports any physical or mechanical damage to the school premises to the principal.
• Works with administration to investigate and report any unusual conditions disturbances or possible violations of Code of Student Conduct.
• Works with administration to conduct walkthroughs and check Emergency Exits Fire Extinguishers Building Evacuation Maps and other safety checks as required.
• Participates in lockdown and other safety drills; offers feedback to staff and administration for improvement.
• Oversees the use and monitoring of the school security technology and equipment.
• Performs other related duties assigned.

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Education and Experience:

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• 21 years of age
• Current (valid not expired) Drivers License
• Ability to obtain a Emergency First Aid CPR & AED certification Virginia Department of Criminal Justice (DCJS) compulsory training certification and Mandt training certification within 60 days of hire

Preferred

• Two (2) years of successful full-time experience in law enforcement or building security.

About Spotsylvania County Public Schools:

Comprised of 31 schools and home to a diverse student population of over 24000 Spotsylvania County Public Schools is one of the largest School Divisions in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

So what sets us apart Choosing SCPS means joining a highly collaborative team of professionals who inspire challenge and support one another to be their very best everyday. As a team member you become part of something much bigger - Your success directly influences our students success. Here YOU make a difference.

The financial benefits of working for Spotsylvania County Public Schools include a competitive salary monthly PTO accrual robust healthcare benefit plans enrollment or transition into the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) with defined contributions and potential employer match FMLA and Short-Term Disability leave Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) and employer paid Life Insurance.

To learn more about Spotsylvania County Public Schools and our teams please visit our website at Terms: Employment may be offered as a 10-Month (185 Day) contract at a minimum of 7.5 hours worked per day. This position is evaluated annually.

Benefits Eligibility: Eligible

Together we prepare our students for their future. We look forward to welcoming you to the #WeAreSpotsy team.

Spotsylvania County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to non-discrimination in the workplace. Criminal record and background checks will be completed after an offer is made.

A workplace that values unique perspectives fosters belonging and ensures opportunities for all to thrive.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

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