School Security Officer (Unarmed) – Calm Presence

Tricorps; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Days

Job summary

TriCorps is seeking unarmed security officers for a school environment in Alexandria, Virginia. The role requires a current DCJS Security Officer Certification and emphasizes reliability, strong communication, and sound judgment to protect students, staff, and visitors.

Responsibilities include monitoring access, patrolling, incident response, reporting, and coordination with staff and law enforcement. Shifts include 1st and 2nd, school hours, weekends, and summers.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current DCJS Security Officer Certification.
• Demonstrates reliability, strong communication skills and sound judgment in a school setting.
• Former law enforcement, military veterans and experienced security professionals are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control access to school grounds, entrances, and buildings.
• Provide a professional, reassuring presence with students, staff, and visitors.
• Conduct patrols of campus facilities and outdoor areas to deter risks.
• Respond promptly to alarms, incidents, or requests for assistance per protocols.
• Communicate with staff, law enforcement, and TriCorps management on safety matters.
• Prepare accurate daily activity, observation, and incident reports.
• Support emergency procedures and drills as directed.

Skills

Reliability

Strong communication

Sound judgment

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

DCJS Security Officer Certification

Job description

TriCorps is seeking unarmed security officers for a school environment in Alexandria, Virginia. The role requires a current DCJS Security Officer Certification and emphasizes reliability, strong communication, and sound judgment to protect students, staff, and visitors.

Responsibilities include monitoring access, patrolling, incident response, reporting, and coordination with staff and law enforcement. Shifts include 1st and 2nd, school hours, weekends, and summers.