Cedar Forest Elementary School Security Officer

Cedar Forest Elementary School Security Officer

School Security Officer (SSO) are responsible for ensuring the safety, security, and welfare of all students, faculty, staff, and visitors in the school. The SSO presence is vital to maintaining order and discipline, preventing crime, investigating violations of school board policies, and detaining students violating the law or school board policies on school property or at school‑sponsored events.

• Patrols hallways, stairwells, restrooms, and parking areas.
• Acts as a first responder to emergency incidents on school grounds and at school events.
• Checks hall passes of students going to and from class.
• Enforces school safety and security rules and regulations.
• Monitors traffic and oversees the safety of students riding school buses and driving cars.
• Participates in school committee meetings regarding student conduct, and threat assessments.
• Checks parking permits of students and staff and reports violations to the office.
• Maintains security during sporting events, lunch periods, and other activities.
• Checks all windows, doors, and entrances of the building to make certain they are secured daily and reports any physical or mechanical damage to the school premises to the principal.
• Works with administration to investigate and report any unusual conditions, disturbances, or possible violations of Code of Student Conduct.
• Works with administration to conduct walkthroughs and check Emergency Exits, Fire Extinguishers, Building Evacuation Maps, and other safety checks as required.
• Participates in lockdown and other safety drills; offers feedback to staff and administration for improvement.
• Oversees the use and monitoring of the school security technology and equipment.
• Performs other related duties assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 21 years of age.
• Current (valid, not expired) Driver's License.
• Ability to obtain Emergency First Aid, CPR & AED certification, Virginia Department of Criminal Justice (DCJS) compulsory training certification, and Mandt training certification within 60 days of hire.
• Preferred:
  Two (2) years of successful, full-time experience in law enforcement or building security.

Comprised of 31 schools and home to a diverse student population of over 24,000, Spotsylvania County Public Schools is one of the largest School Divisions in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Working here means joining a highly collaborative team of professionals who inspire, challenge, and support one another.

Financial benefits include a competitive salary, monthly PTO accrual, robust healthcare benefit plans, enrollment or transition into the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) with defined contributions and potential employer match, FMLA and Short‑Term Disability leave, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), and employer paid Life Insurance.

Employment may be offered as a 10‑Month (185 Day) contract, at a minimum of 7.5 hours worked per day. This position is evaluated annually.

Spotsylvania County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to non‑discrimination in the workplace. Criminal record and background checks will be completed after an offer is made. A workplace that values unique perspectives, fosters belonging, and ensures opportunities for all to thrive.