School Security Officer

Stone Hill Middle School; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Stone Hill Middle School in Ashburn, VA is seeking a School Security Officer to support the Principal and Safety and Security Division in creating a safe learning environment for students, staff, and visitors.

The role involves enforcing conduct, developing safety procedures, responding to incidents, and working with the school community to deter violations, while serving as a mentor and coordinating with local authorities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience supervising students or young adults in roles such as law enforcement, security, teaching or coaching.
• Current valid driver's license required.
• Ability to enforce safety and conduct regulations; strong communication with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and maintain order within school grounds and buildings.
• Enforce school regulations and safety protocols.
• Investigate property loss and deter trespassers.
• Mentor students and participate in threat assessment team.
• Liaise with law enforcement, fire officials, and school administrators.
• Represent the school in court, as needed.

Skills

Student supervision

Regulation enforcement

Communication with students

Crisis management awareness

Threat assessment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

School Security Officer

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This job is also posted in Loudoun County Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5897642
Application Deadline: Sep 04, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Overview

The School Security Officer reports directly to the Division of Safety and Security and assists the school Principal to help provide a safe environment for all students, staff and visitors. The School Security Officer assists the Principal in all things safety and security including school regulations regarding conduct. An employee in this position will respond to complaints of losses of personal and school property, develop procedures to deter violations of the student code of conduct, and assist in the establishment and formal audit of local security and safety procedures, including the crisis management plan. The School Security Officer relates well and communicates with students, school staff, and the school community.

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 in general supervision of maintaining order within the school grounds and buildings.
• Assists with administrative enforcement of school regulations regarding conduct, and safety and security protocols.
• Responds to complaints of losses of personal and school property; assists in the investigation of violations of the student code of conduct; develops procedures to deter trespassers from school property.
• Acts as a mentor and positive adult role-model to students.
• Serves on the school-based threat assessment team.
• Provides student safety and supervisory assistance on school premises.
• Assists with parking enforcement on school grounds and reports accidents on school property.
• Assists in the establishment and audit of local safety and security procedures including the crisis management plan.
• Assists with and coordinates safety and security training for school-based personnel.
• Assists with developing effective school-community relations and in maintaining a human relations climate which promotes a positive school environment.
• Serves as liaison between law enforcement, fire safety offcials, and school administrators.
• Represents the school in court, as needed.

Qualifications

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

Education

High school diploma or GED (Bachelor’s degree preferred)

Experience

Experience supervising school-age children or young adults in any of the following or similar areas: law enforcement, security, juvenile justice system, teaching, teacher's assistant, coaching, counseling, or tutoring

Licenses and Certifications

Current valid driver’s license

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to enforce regulations regarding student safety and conduct
• Ability to relate to, communicate with, mentor, and supervise students
• Ability to supervise and assist in implementing intervention programs and safety plans for students displaying unacceptable behavior
• Ability to communicate, understand and carry out written and oral instructions, and to prepare clear and comprehensive oral and written reports
• Ability to monitor student behavior and deter inappropriate behavior on school grounds and property
• Ability to present security information and training orally in front of school administrator and staff in a clear and effective manner

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

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

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

FLSA status: Non-Exempt

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

Reports to: Safety and SecuritySpecialist

Salary Level: Scale B/Universal Non-Exempt Level 11

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

Salary Range:$35.52 - $45.84

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-12D, SUP-12C, SUP-12B
• Email: [e-mail]