Lead School Security Officer

Young World Physical Education; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Loudoun County Public Schools is seeking a Lead School Security Officer for Stone Bridge High School in Ashburn, VA. You will lead safety operations, supervise security staff, and coordinate with administration and first responders to protect students and property.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in law enforcement or related field, plus two years of relevant experience and a valid driver’s license. This is a full-time on-site posting with documented duties and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law Enforcement or related field is required.
• Two years of responsible work experience involving monitoring and enforcing appropriate modes of conduct.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to relate to and supervise young adults and communicate with parents and the public.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, plan, and supervise the work of other SSOs.
• Coordinate activities of SSOs within the school.
• Serve as the primary safety and security contact in the school.
• Liaise between school administration and first responders.
• Develop procedures to deter trespassers and oversee safety audits.
• Coordinate parking and bus regulations and report accidents.

Skills

Communication

Supervision

Interpersonal skills

Report writing

Mobility

Observation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law Enforcement or related field

Job description

Lead School Security Officer

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Job Details

Job ID: 5880155

Application Deadline: Aug 21, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 1, 2025

Job Description

Job Overview

The Lead School Security Officer works directly with the Safety and Security Coordinator and the local school Principal to provide student safety and supervisoryassistance on school premises and to enforce school regulations regarding conduct. An employee in this position will respond to complaints of losses of personal and school property, develop procedures to deter trespassers from schoolproperty, and assist in the establishment and formal audit of local security and safety procedures, including the emergency response plan. The Lead School Security Officer relates well and communicates with students, school staff, and the school community. In locations with multiple School Security Officers the Lead School Security Officer is responsible for coordinating the SSO activities and reports at their school.

Roles and Responsibilities

The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; work may differ and other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate.

• Assists Safety and Security Coordinator in scheduling, planning, and supervising the work of other SSO’s.
• Coordinates activities of SSOs within the school.
• Acts as the primary Safety and Security point of contact within the school.
• Primary liaison between the school administration and first responders.
• Assists in general supervision of school grounds and buildings; assists with administrative enforcement of school regulations regarding conduct; responds to complaints of losses of personal and school property; develops procedures to deter trespassers from school property.
• Provides student safety and supervisory assistance on school premises.
• Oversees and coordinates parking and bus regulations on school grounds and reports accidents on schoolproperty.
• Assists in the establishment and formal audit of local security and safety procedures including the emergencyresponse plan.
• Assists with developing effective school-community relations and in maintaining a human relations climatewhich promotes a positive school environment.
• Serves as liaison between Loudoun County law enforcement and fire safety officials and school administrators. Represents the school in court, as needed.
• Coordinates the student Crime Solvers program.

Qualifications

Below are the minimum qualifications for this job. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are also acceptable.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law Enforcement or related field

Experience

Two years of responsible work experience involving monitoring and enforcing appropriate modes ofconduct

Licenses and Certifications

Valid driver’s license

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of rules and regulations regarding student safety and conduct and the ability to enforce thoseregulations
• Ability to relate to, communicate with, and supervise young adults in order to help establish and maintaineffective relationships with parents and the public
• Ability to supervise and assist in implementing intervention programs for students displaying socially unacceptable behavior
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions, and to prepare clear and comprehensive oral and written reports
• Sufficient mobility to patrol school hallways and grounds and to monitor student behavior, deter inappropriate behavior, and apprehend students
• Sufficient vision to observe students and trespassers up to 100 yards away

Physical Requirements and Environmental Hazards

The following provides an overview of typical physical requirements and environmental hazards for this job:

RARE

OCCASIONAL

FREQUENT

REGULAR

Lift or move 26-50 pounds

X

Lift or move more than 50 pounds

X

Climb/Descend (ladders, scaffolding, ramps, poles, etc.)

X

Balance

X

Stoop

X

Kneel

X

Crouch/ Squat

X

Crawl

X

Reach

X

Stand

X

Sit

X

Walk

X

Push

X

Pull

Manipulate (pick, pinch, etc. with fingers)

X

Grasp

X

Feel

X

Talk

X

Hear

X

See

X

Remain stationary

X

Travel by foot

X

Travel by transport

X

Repeat hand/arm, wrist/finger motion

X

Repeat leg/ foot/ toe/ ankle motion

X

Operate motor vehicle

X

RARE

OCCASIONAL

FREQUENT

REGULAR

Extreme heat

X

Extreme cold

X

Inclement weather

X

Intense noise

X

Chemicals, bodily fluids, infectious diseases

X

Challenging physical interactions (biting, hitting, throwing objects, encroaching, etc.)

X

Reports to :Safety and Security Specialist

FLSA Status : Non-exempt

Months/Days/Hours : 10 months/197 days/8 hours per day

Salary Level : Universal12

Salary Scale : https://www.lcps.org/compensation

Salary Range : $33.29 - $42.89

Remote Work Eligible: No

Union Designation: Non-certified

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Safety/Security

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• SUP-12I, SUP-12C
• Email: [e-mail]

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