School Safety & Security Officer

Matthew Whaley Elementary School; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Matthew Whaley Elementary School in Williamsburg, Virginia is seeking a School Security Officer to enhance safety for students and staff. Under the direction of the building administrator, you will monitor CCTV, manage visitors, patrol hallways, and respond to incidents in accordance with district policies.

The role involves coordinating with school personnel, conducting security checks, supervising students as needed, and supporting after-hours events.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED.
• Sixteen hours of DCJS training; must complete within 60 days of hire.
• Practical knowledge of child growth and development.
• Awareness of district rules, including the Student Code of Conduct.
• Ability to establish professional relationships with students and staff.
• Ability to write summary reports of security incidents.
• Basic computer proficiency (email, Word).
• Focus on crisis de-escalation and physical intervention for safety.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with administrators to support safe school climate.
• Conduct surveillance of buildings, grounds and activities.
• Patrol hallways, stairwells, restrooms and parking areas; secure building.
• Provide supervision for students as assigned.
• Greet and screen visitors at main entrance.
• Deter unauthorized entry and escort trespassers from premises.
• Report suspicious conditions or disturbances to administration.
• Provide security for after-school, evening, sporting and weekend events.
• Escort disruptive students to locations as directed.
• Maintain and operate visitor management and alarm sign-in systems.
• Monitor CCTV and emergency radios; report non-working equipment.
• Conduct metal and X-ray detection screening as assigned.
• Assist with safety drills and evacuations.
• Assist with loading/unloading of buses and student drop-off/pick-up.
• Assist with crisis/emergency management as needed.
• Model the WJCC Strategic Plan Values: Individualism, Integrity, Innovation, Accountability and Collaboration.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

High school diploma

DCJS training (16 hours)

Child development awareness

Professional relationships

Summary reports

Basic computer skills (email, Word)

Crisis de-escalation for safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Matthew Whaley Elementary School in Williamsburg, Virginia is seeking a School Security Officer to enhance safety for students and staff. Under the direction of the building administrator, you will monitor CCTV, manage visitors, patrol hallways, and respond to incidents in accordance with district policies.

The role involves coordinating with school personnel, conducting security checks, supervising students as needed, and supporting after-hours events.