Lead School Security Officer

Loudoun County Public Schools; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Loudoun County Public Schools is seeking a Lead School Security Officer to support the Safety and Security Coordinator and the school principal in safeguarding students and property. You will respond to incidents, deter trespassers, and help audit local security procedures including the emergency plan.

You will coordinate SSO activities, supervise staff, and serve as the liaison with law enforcement and fire safety officials, representing the school when needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of rules and regulations regarding student safety and conduct; ability to enforce those regulations.
• Ability to relate to, communicate with, and supervise young adults to maintain 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 reports.

Responsibilities

• Assist in scheduling, planning and supervising the work of other SSOs.
• Coordinate activities of SSOs within the school.
• Serve as primary safety and security point of contact within the school.
• Liaise between school administration and first responders.
• Oversee campus safety, parking and bus regulations; report accidents on school grounds.

Skills

Safety regulations knowledge

Communication with students and staff

Supervision of young adults

Report writing & documentation

Mobility for patrols

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law Enforcement or related field

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 supervisory assistance 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 school property, 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 school property.
• Assists in the establishment and formal audit of local security and safety procedures including the emergency response plan.
• Assists with developing effective school-community relations and in maintaining a human relations climate which 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 of conduct

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 those regulations
• Ability to relate to, communicate with, and supervise young adults in order to help establish and maintain effective 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:

• 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 X
• Bend/turn/twist head or neck X
• Bend/turn/ twist waist X
• 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

• 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

Universal/Scale B.1 - Level 12

Salary Scale

https://www.lcps.org/compensation

Salary Range

$37.92- $49.00

Remote Work Eligible

No

Union Designation

Non-certified