School Security Officer
- Employer
- Alexandria City Public Schools
- Location
- Alexandria, Virginia
- Closing date
- Sep 13, 2023
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- Industry
- Security
- Function
- Security Engineer, IT
- Hours
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job Details
The School Security Officer (SSO) primary responsibility is to provide for the safety, security, and welfare of students and staff while assigned to an Alexandria City Public School (ACPS) campus; detect and minimize the frequency and/or severity of harmful incidents; and effectively communicates observations and/or incidents that have a potential impact on the general well-being of students, school personnel, and/or visitors.
The SSO is an individual employed by ACPS for the singular purpose of 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, in school-owned vehicles, or at school-sponsored events and who is responsible solely for ensuring the safety, security, and welfare of all students, faculty, staff, and visitors to the school. (Code of Virginia 2002, 9.1-101, Chapter 868)
The SSO works under the direction of the Coordinator of Security and Emergency Management through a school administrator. The SSO ensures a safe and secure learning environment is established for students, faculty, staff, and the community. The SSO works with the school staff and students to maintain order and discipline in the school.
Qualifications:
Education:
- High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- One year of college coursework.
Certificates & Licenses:
- 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
Experience:
- A minimum of 2 years of work-related experience is required.
- 1-year of security experience.
- Retired law enforcement professionals (Federal, State, & Local) are encouraged to apply.
Essential Functions:
- Ability to communicate with police and fire department personnel to address immediate safety concerns and emergency situations.
- Ability to confidently communicate school policy and enforcement procedures to students, personnel, and visitors to ensure their understanding and the potential consequences of violation.
- Ability to intervene during the conflict in order to minimize injury, disruption of the learning environment, or damage of campus property.
- Ability to keep detailed logs/notes of all incidents, events, calls, and radio contacts.
- Monitors students at arrival, between assigned periods, and school dismissal within a variety of school environments (e.g. restrooms, playgrounds, hallways, library, cafeteria, etc.) to ensure the safety and welfare of students, and help stop or prevent student confrontations.
- Ability to operate and monitor electronic devices including both audio and visual alarms, and other surveillance devices. This includes security camera system monitoring and playback functions.
- Proficiently operate communications systems, two-way radios, and leased lines.
- Ability to maintain uniform in a professional appearance, while taking pride in completing assigned work.
- Capable of maintaining excellent attendance and job performance record.
- Patrols various ACPS properties as assigned to provide for the safety and welfare of students, school personnel, and visitors (by vehicle or on foot)
- Ability to prepare concise documentation (e.g. incident and activity reports, security logs, etc.).
- Refers incidents to appropriate site personnel (e.g. injuries, altercations, suspicious activities, etc.) to ensure follow-up in accordance with administrative guidelines.
- Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students (e.g. accidents, fights, inappropriate social behavior, violations of rules, etc.) to appropriate instructional and/or administrative personnel for follow-up action.
- Capable of quickly responding to emergency situations and immediate safety concerns.
- Must portray professionalism when addressing school administrators, faculty, staff, students, law enforcement personnel, and citizens in the community.
- Must adhere to the SSO uniform dress code prescribed by the Coordinator of Security and Emergency Management and maintain a professional appearance
- Must model appropriate trustworthy behavior for students to emulate.
- Must understand the terms and conditions of employment as an SSO.
- Must be able to use a computer and check email.
- Must be self-motivated and have the character to complete assigned work with minimal supervision.
- Works a flexible schedule to accommodate job requirements including emergencies, nighttime, weekend, and holiday duties.
Clearance:
- Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
- Tuberculosis Skin Test.
Public Health Compliance
- Proof of COVID vaccination. Exemptions for religious/medical will be reviewed.
- Must follow safety and health protocols.
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Primary Location:
ACHS King Street Campus
Salary Range:
$16.25 - $19.99 / Support SUP-10
Shift Type:
Full-Time
Company
Alexandria City Public Schools is one of the most diverse school systems in the country and we celebrate that diversity. Our students come from more than 80 different countries, speak more than 60 languages, and represent a rainbow of ethnic and cultural groups. They are economically diverse, but all are rich in that the residents of Alexandria are dedicated to ensuring that each and every one of them achieves success.
The children of Alexandria have benefited significantly from the strong support of City Council and the Alexandria community over the years. Tremendous gains have been made in student achievement and ACPS continues to be in the forefront of technology integration.
T.C. Williams High School is on the cutting edge, both inside and out. The award-winning building features numerous environmentally sound features, such as a 450,000-gallon underground cistern that collects and stores rainwater for building use, and a rooftop garden that provides stormwater management. The redesigned educational program at T.C. consists of smaller learning communities designed to increase academic achievement and the level of student engagement. Students feel more connected to caring adults, and teachers have more opportunity to know and support their students.
The City of Alexandria was recently named one of the Top 100 Communities for Young People by America's Promise, partly because of the quality of our schools and programs. A recent City survey indicates that the number of people who made the decision to live in Alexandria based on the quality of the schools has increased since 2004. We have many reasons to celebrate. ACPS is truly an urban success!
- Location
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2000 N Beauregard St
Alexandria
VA
22314
US
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