School Security Officer - Floater

General Statement of Duties

This posting is for the 2025/2026 school year. The School Security Officer - Floater is a 200-day, 8 hours per day position. Starting annual salary: $34,684.03 (Please note: The salary will be prorated based on employment start date).

Must be able to travel to all schools.

Henrico County Public Schools is seeking dedicated and professional School Security Officers (SSOs) to help maintain a safe, secure, and respectful learning environment. SSOs play a vital role in crime prevention, enforcement of school policies, and serve as a visible presence that supports the school's culture of safety. In alignment with state requirements, all SSOs are responsible for the safety, security, and welfare of students, staff, and visitors on school property.

Essential Duties

Serve as a visible presence to promote safety and security

Collaborate with administrators and staff to support a safe school climate

Patrol hallways, classrooms, restrooms, cafeterias, playgrounds, and school perimeters

Ensure all interior and exterior doors remain shut and locked

Prevent unauthorized access to school grounds

Operate security equipment, including weapon scanners

Report issues with security systems, protocols, or procedures

Assist with arrival and dismissal

Respond promptly to incidents, emergencies, and alarm activations

Model appropriate behavior and encourage academic and social engagement

Use de-escalation strategies and approved techniques (MANDT & DCJS)

Escort students as needed

Investigate student violations of school policy

Refer students to the administration when appropriate

Assist the administration in searches when reasonable suspicion has been established

Report criminal activity to the appropriate school officials or authorities

Detain students in violation of the law until law enforcement and administration arrive

Render first aid and CPR as appropriate

Maintain strict confidentiality in compliance with FERPA and HIPAA

Collaborate with School Resource Officers (SROs) and emergency personnel

Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism

Serve as a member of the school safety team

Review, understand, and assist in implementing emergency procedures as outlined in the school's safety plan.

Attend safety and staff meetings

Maintain regular attendance, punctuality, and engagement

Wear the assigned uniform and ID badge at all times

Record incidents and complete written reports as needed

Offer testimony in court or before the school board as needed

Attend mandatory training as required by state requirements

Participate in school events in line with SSO duties

Attends work daily and be engaged in job responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Must be at least 21 years of age

Ability to respond to emergencies, incidents, or safety needs throughout the workday

Basic computer skills with the ability to use typical business software. Examples: Google Docs, Word, Outlook.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

One (1) year of experience in security or public service preferred, or equivalent combination of experience and training.

Desire and experience to work with students, staff, law enforcement, and community members.

Additional Information

This individual will ensure the safety, security and welfare of all students, faculty, staff and visitors.

How To Apply

To be considered for the listed vacancy, all applicants must complete the online application.

Henrico County Public Schools

Department of Human Resources

P. O. Box 23120

3820 Nine Mile Road

Henrico, VA 23223

Fax:

The School Board of Henrico County is committed to nondiscrimination with regard to sex (including pregnancy), gender, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, ancestry, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law (except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification), in employment or in its programs and activities.

Minimum Salary 31936.78

Maximum Salary

Currency USD

Main Organization Public Schools

Public Schools

Employment Status Permanent Fulltime

Permanent Full-time

Amount of Travel

Work At Home