Location: St. Stephen's 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. Stephen's 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; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations
• Excellent judgment, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Valid driver's 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. Stephen's and St. Agnes School:

St. Stephen's 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://www.sssas.org/about-us/employment

For more information about St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School, we invite you to visit our website at www.sssas.org

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://sssas.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1626050-396744.html

About St Stephen's and St Agnes School

About St. Stephens & St. Agnes SchoolSt. Stephen's and St. Agnes School is an affirming and collegial community committed to our mission to “pursue goodness as well as knowledge and to honor the unique value of each of our members as a child of God in a caring community.” SSSAS is an age 3 to Grade 12 Episcopal day school located six miles from Washington, D.C., in beautiful and historic Alexandria, Va. We believe that educating the whole child by tending to their individual academic, social/emotional, cultural, and physical needs, prepares them to be knowledgeable, kind, and empathetic citizens in a complex world. Combining a rigorous academic program with outstanding opportunities in the arts, athletics, and service learning for our students, SSSAS is a community that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and we seek candidates who share these same values.Our culture promotes lifelong learning, and employees have a wealth of opportunities available to them to continue expanding their knowledge of both their disciplines and in their field of education. Cultural competency workshops for all faculty and staff, regular, small-group DEIB exploration/workshops, support fo...r graduate studies, summer study grants, and conferences (e.g., People of Color Conference, the National Association of Episcopal Schools Biennial Conference, and Diocesan clergy gatherings) are just a few of the ways in which we support and encourage our Saints faculty and staff to continue to develop and learn in their field and as part of our community.Interested applicants should apply through the SSSAS website at https://www.sssas.org/about-us/employmentFor more information about St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School, we invite you to visit our website at www.sssas.org

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