Campus Safety & Crisis Response Officer

Young World Physical Education; Wise (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Wise County School District seeks a School Safety Officer (SSO) to support a safe, welcoming learning environment under district supervision. Responsibilities include campus patrol, visitor verification, incident reporting, and assisting with safety drills.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid/AED certification, and 1–2 years in security or youth safety. Primary duties are on-site with some after-hours events; supervision by administrators is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• DCJS training such as Non‑violent Crisis Intervention is preferred and must be completed within 60 days of hire.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications are required or obtainable upon hire.
• 1–2 years of experience in security, law enforcement, military, or youth safety role is expected.
• Clear communication and interpersonal skills with diverse student populations are essential.

Responsibilities

• Patrol school buildings, grounds, and parking lots to deter misconduct and ensure security measures are followed.
• Collaborate with administration and staff to foster safe school climates.
• Act as first responder during crises and guide students and staff to safety.
• Monitor entry points, verify visitors, and manage unauthorized persons from campus.
• De-escalate conflicts using restorative approaches and escort disruptive students when needed.
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents to promote safety and open communication.
• Maintain detailed logs of daily activities and incidents; report findings to administration.
• Assist in planning and evaluating routine safety drills (fire, lockdown, severe weather).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Crisis de-escalation

Observation

Writing incident reports

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid/AED certification

DCJS training (Non-violent Crisis Intervention)

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice/Psychology/related field

Job description

Wise County School District seeks a School Safety Officer (SSO) to support a safe, welcoming learning environment under district supervision. Responsibilities include campus patrol, visitor verification, incident reporting, and assisting with safety drills.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid/AED certification, and 1–2 years in security or youth safety. Primary duties are on-site with some after-hours events; supervision by administrators is provided.