School Safety & Community Liaison Officer

Albemarle County Public Schools; Crozet (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Albemarle County Public Schools seeks a School Security Officer at Western Albemarle High School to help maintain a safe, orderly environment. Duties include supervising student activity, greeting visitors, monitoring access, and responding to emergencies across campus and events.

The role emphasizes collaboration with administration, staff, and students to uphold district safety policies, while performing routine security checks and using surveillance technology.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus at least 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree and related safety experience preferred.
• Must complete School Security Officer certification within 60 days and CPR/AED and first aid certification within 60 days of employment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain order in schools without physically restraining students.
• Knowledge of regulations for alcohol-, drug-, weapons-, and tobacco-free environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervises student activity in hallways, stairwells, cafeterias, bathrooms, auditoriums, gymnasiums, and exterior property.
• Manages Visitor Management Systems and greets visitors.
• Addresses unauthorized visitors and monitors entrances.
• Responds to emergencies and assists with evacuation, lockdowns, and medical events.
• Maintains visibility during arrivals, day activities, and departures.
• Assists with investigation of incidents and student searches as directed.
• Operates security tech and reports anomalies to staff.
• Coordinates with emergency responders during incidents.

Skills

Communication

Judgment

Interpersonal

Education

HS diploma or GED

1 year related experience

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred

CPR/AED certification

Tools

CCTV systems

Weapons detectors

AED

Camera surveillance

Radio communications

Office equipment

Job description

Albemarle County Public Schools seeks a School Security Officer at Western Albemarle High School to help maintain a safe, orderly environment. Duties include supervising student activity, greeting visitors, monitoring access, and responding to emergencies across campus and events.

The role emphasizes collaboration with administration, staff, and students to uphold district safety policies, while performing routine security checks and using surveillance technology.