School Security Officer - Albemarle High School - 2026-27 School Year

Albemarle County Public Schools; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental coverage

Retirement

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Wellness program

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

Albemarle County Public Schools is seeking a School Security Officer for Albemarle High School in Charlottesville, VA. This role involves maintaining a safe school environment, supervising student activity, managing visitor access, and responding to emergencies.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of relevant work experience. Certification training and CPR/AED/first aid are required within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus at least 1 year relevant work experience.
• Certification training: School Security Officer within 60 days of hire and annual renewal.
• CPR/AED and first aid certification within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise student activity in hallways, cafeterias, gyms, and exterior areas.
• Manage Visitor Management Systems and greet visitors.
• Monitor entrances, identify unsafe or unauthorized activity, and respond to incidents.
• Assist administration and staff in upholding safety policies and codes of conduct.
• Maintain high visibility during arrival, dismissal, and events.
• De-escalate conflicts and promote positive student behavior.
• Coordinate with emergency responders and school personnel during incidents.
• Prepare written reports and attend trainings as required.

Skills

Effective communication

De-escalation

Judgment

Diversity awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

School Security Officer - Albemarle High School - 2026-27 School Year

Albemarle County Public Schools Albemarle High School - Charlottesville, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

School Security Officer

Albemarle High Schoool

7.25 hrs/day; 188 days/year

Are you looking to work in a school division where students are engaged in authentic, challenging, and relevant learning experiences, becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society? Then look no further!

In Albemarle County Public Schools, we work together as a team to end the predictive value of race, class, gender, and special capacities for our children’s success through high-quality teaching and learning for all. We seek to build relationships with families and communities to ensure that every student succeeds. We will know every student!

ACPS employees enjoy competitivepayandbenefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellnessprogram, discounts on gym memberships, and more!Be sure to check out ourwebsite to learn more about ourDivision and ourSchools .

General Definition of Work:

Performs a variety of duties required to maintain a safe and secure environment in schools, centers, academies, or for community education programs held during or after school, or on weekends when scheduled. Enforces policies and regulations designed to create a culture of safety and security in the school district. Manages students’ activity and behavior during school and at school-sponsored public events. Assists in response to emergency situations.

Essential Functions:

• Supervises student activity in areas to include hallways, stairwells, cafeterias, bathrooms, auditoriums, gymnasiums, and exterior school property throughout the school day;
• Manages the Visitor Management Systems and greets and assists visitors;
• Addresses unauthorized visitors, identifies intruders, recognizes unsafe or unexpected behaviors, and monitors unsecured entrances;
• Assists school administration, staff, and students to uphold the school’s code of conduct and safety policies. Responds immediately to requests for assistance;
• Maintains a high level of visibility during student arrival, school day activity, and departure;
• Builds and promotes positive relationships with students;
• Identifies situations that could elevate into conflict and engages or intervenes to de-escalate or address student behavior;
• Resolves disputes between students, encourages positive communication and works to minimize conflicts.
• Acts as a liaison between students and teachers;
• Assists principal and staff in ceasing altercations, arguments, or other forms of disruptive or illegal behavior by employing the appropriate response within ACPS policy;
• Assists with locating students;
• Monitors parking lots, car pick-up, and bus areas throughout the day and during student arrivals and departures. Enforces parking policies and direct vehicle traffic as needed;
• Assists with the execution of emergency response procedures including evacuation, lockdown drills, and medical emergencies. Maintains functional knowledge of building systems and procedures to properly respond to emergencies;
• Provides security at athletics events, graduations, and other events as requested. Engages the public in a professional manner;
• Communicates effectively and timely with staff and promotes a positive work environment;
• Completes written reports and provides statements as necessary;
• Adheres to established work schedules and participates in meetings and training sessions;
• Relates positively to and interacts with a non-traditional and diverse student and employee population. Promotes a fair and equitable school environment;
• Assists school administrators with monitoring CCTV systems and evaluating student behavior;
• Maintains knowledge and functional use of relevant technology and equipment. Operates computers, weapons detectors, Automated External Defibrillators, camera surveillance systems, radio communications, basic office equipment and other security equipment;
• Participates in training for certification, and recertification and pursues professional growth opportunities;
• Coordinates with and assists emergency response personnel (fire, EMS, and police) who respond to calls at or on school grounds;
• Assists school administrators with the investigation of incidents and assists in student searches as directed;
• Inspects the physical security of the building and reports any unusual conditions or maintenance problems to appropriate staff in a timely manner;
• Provides testimony in court or before the School Board as needed;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and develop effective working relationships with students, parents, and staff. Ability to follow procedures and directions. Must be able to maintain order in schools without physically restraining students. Ability to analyze situations and take reasonable and effective action while exercising good judgment. Knowledge of local, county, and state regulations requiring an alcohol-, drug-, weapons-, and tobacco-free environment. Must have knowledge and experience in working in a diverse environment that promotes an equitable learning environment.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or achievement of a General Equivalency Diploma (GED) certificate plus at least one (1) year relevant work experience required. An associate's or bachelor’s degree and additional specialized experience in safety and security or the behavioral sciences is preferred. Applicants must be at least 21 years old at the time of appointment. Successful completion of the required School Security Officer certification training approved by the Virginia Center for School Safety within sixty (60) days of hire and renewal certification annually. Must be current or willing to complete and maintain CPR/AED and first aid certification within 60 days of employment.

Physical Conditions and Nature of Work Contacts:

Duties performed typically in school settings include gymnasium, cafeteria, auditorium, and recreational areas. Frequent walking, standing, light lifting, up to 40 pounds, and other limited physical activities are required. Occasional attendance of building-level meetings, division-wide meetings, and training activities beyond normal assigned hours is necessary. Daily personal close contact with students to provide guidance and direction in movement to and from class during the school day and related activities. Regular contact with other staff members, parents, and the public may be required. Contacts with community and division-level staff may require considerable tact and diplomacy.

PG 11 - 2025-26

Job Details

Job ID: 5920874

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$21.35 to $25.60 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Safety/Security