School Security Officer (SSO) – Upper School Day Shift

St. Stephen's And St. Agnes School

Job Location:

Alexandria, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location: St. Stephens and St. Agnes School - Alexandria VA (Upper School)

Reports To: Director of Safety and Security

Classification: Full-Time 12-Month Staff Position

Shift: 7:30am - 3:30pm Monday to Friday

Position Summary:

St. Stephens and St. Agnes School (SSSAS) an independent Episcopal school in Alexandria Virginia seeks a professional highly trained School Security Officer (SSO) to support the safety and well-being of our school community. Operating under the direction of the Director of Safety and Security the SSO provides a visible supportive security presence across all three campuses helps manage emergency response and ensures adherence to school safety protocols. This role requires Virginia DCJS SSO certification.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as a visible approachable safety presence on assigned campus promoting a safe and respectful environment.
Monitor campus activity control access to buildings and respond to safety concerns or incidents.
De-escalate conflicts enforce school policies and provide support during disciplinary situations as needed.
Respond promptly and professionally to emergencies including lockdowns evacuations or medical incidents.
Assist with safety drills threat assessments and the implementation of emergency protocols.
Build rapport with students faculty and families while maintaining clear security boundaries.
Support arrival dismissal and on-campus events.
Coordinate with local law enforcement and emergency responders when appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications:

Virginia DCJS School Security Officer (SSO) Certification (required or willingness to obtain)
Qualify under the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA):
- At least 10 years of service as a federal state or local law enforcement officer strongly preferred
- Retired or resigned in good standing within the last 10 years

Provide proof of completing training in active threat response emergency evacuation and threat assessment during law enforcement career
High school diploma or equivalent required; associates or bachelors degree preferred
Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations
Excellent judgment communication and interpersonal skills
Valid drivers license and reliable transportation for inter-campus mobility
Must pass criminal background check and fingerprint clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience working in K-12 school settings especially independent schools
ALICE training or equivalent emergency response certification (or willingness to obtain)
CPR/First Aid/AED certification (or willingness to obtain)
Working knowledge of security camera systems and radio communications

Work Schedule:

Full-time (40 hours/week) year-round with occasional evening or weekend assignments
Flexibility to work across the Lower Middle and Upper School campuses

About St. Stephens and St. Agnes School:

St. Stephens and St. Agnes School is a college-preparatory Episcopal day school for boys and girls in grades JK-12. Located across three campuses in Alexandria Virginia our school fosters academic excellence spiritual growth and a strong sense of community grounded in our mission to pursue goodness as well as knowledge.

READY TO JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

We understand your time is valuable and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this job please fill out our initial 3-minute mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Interested applicants should apply through the SSSAS website at https:// more information about St. Stephens and St. Agnes School we invite you to visit our website at

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

Location: St. Stephens and St. Agnes School - Alexandria VA (Upper School)Reports To: Director of Safety and SecurityClassification: Full-Time 12-Month Staff PositionShift: 7:30am - 3:30pm Monday to FridayPosition Summary:St. Stephens and St. Agnes School (SSSAS) an independent Episcopal school in A...