Grant-Funded Part-Time School Safety Officer

Roanoke County, Virginia; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 33,778 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

Roanoke County Public Schools seeks a protective service officer to perform general police duties within school settings. The role includes safety oversight for students and staff, responding to incidents, and enforcing laws during school hours.

The position is grant funded, pays hourly between $24.52 and $35.00 depending on experience, and requires a Virginia driver’s license and police experience. The work emphasizes visibility and collaboration with school administrators.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Three years of experience working in a police capacity is required.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license with a good driving record is required.
• Knowledge of police work laws, and county geography; ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned area during scheduled shift, observing for violations and disturbances.
• Responds to radio dispatches and uses a police radio for communication.
• Performs searches, makes arrests when appropriate, and assists in investigations.
• Transports prisoners and conducts safety procedures as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Oral and written communication

Decision making under stress

Interpersonal skills

Safety and security procedures

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Firearms handling

Police radio operation

Computers for incident reports

Job description

Roanoke County Public Schools seeks a protective service officer to perform general police duties within school settings. The role includes safety oversight for students and staff, responding to incidents, and enforcing laws during school hours.

The position is grant funded, pays hourly between $24.52 and $35.00 depending on experience, and requires a Virginia driver’s license and police experience. The work emphasizes visibility and collaboration with school administrators.