General Posting 2025-2026: School Security Officer II

Virginia Beach Public School • Virginia Beach, VA

50d

About The Position

Under the leadership and direction of the school building administrator and the guidance of the Office of Security and Emergency Management, the position is responsible for the singular purpose of providing armed protective service work to maintain order and discipline, preventing crime on the school property, school buses, or at school-sponsored events and who is responsible solely for ensuring the safety, security, and welfare of all students, faculty, staff, and visitors in the assigned school. The position investigates violations of the policies of the school and detains students violating the law or the policies of the school board at the assigned school.

Requirements

• Must have a general knowledge of the practices, procedures, and strategies regarding the protection of buildings and grounds to provide effective security operations.
• Must have the ability to recognize and identify activities or situations, which have or may become a problem or emergency.
• Must have the ability to think and respond quickly, effectively, and responsibly during emergencies.
• Must have the ability to comprehend and/or explain various types of information clearly and concisely; interact and respond effectively to students, staff, and the community; and prepare and maintain accurate reports.
• Must be able to communicate effectively clearly and understandably in both oral and written format.
• Must be skilled in the use and operation of a closed-circuit television system, security software programs, and other emergency/security equipment.
• Must clearly understand the "last resort" imminent threat circumstances that necessitate the use of a firearm.
• High School Diploma or GED, and previous experience as a law enforcement officer.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in working with children.

Responsibilities

• providing armed protective service work to maintain order and discipline
• preventing crime on the school property, school buses, or at school-sponsored events
• ensuring the safety, security, and welfare of all students, faculty, staff, and visitors in the assigned school
• investigates violations of the policies of the school
• detains students violating the law or the policies of the school board at the assigned school

Benefits

• VBCPS offers a full range of benefits including health insurance, paid life insurance, paid sick/annual leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development and membership in the Virginia Retirement System.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees