Security Officer (Unarmed) - Substitute / Temporary

St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School • Alexandria, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School (SSSAS), an independent Episcopal school in Alexandria, Virginia, seeks professional and dependable substitute/temporary unarmed School Security Officers to provide flexible security coverage across its three campuses. The positions are part of an on-call staffing pool that supplements the regular security team during absences, special events, weekends, and periods of increased operational need. Officers are offered available shifts through a shared schedule and may accept assignments according to their availability. There are no guaranteed minimum hours. Officers work under the direction of the Director of Safety and Security to help maintain a safe, welcoming, and orderly environment for students, faculty, staff, families, and visitors.

Assignments are flexible and as-needed. Anticipated coverage windows are weekdays from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; these are not fixed shifts. Actual assignments, hours, and locations depend on school needs and available coverage. Officers are not required to accept every shift, but reliability and advance communication about availability are expected. Additional shifts may occasionally be available for special events or other school-related needs.

The school is a college-preparatory Episcopal day school serving boys and girls in grades JK–12 across three campuses in Alexandria, Virginia. Employment is contingent upon completion of required screening, training, and applicable credentialing.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Virginia DCJS certification appropriate to the position, or willingness to obtain required credentials.
• Strong communication, observation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and composed in stressful situations.
• Sound judgment and ability to recognize and report potential safety concerns.
• Ability to interact appropriately with children, adolescents, adults, and visitors.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation, as assignments may vary by campus.
• Successful completion of required background checks and fingerprint clearance.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including walking campus grounds and standing for extended periods.
• Reliability and advance communication regarding availability are expected.

Nice To Haves

• Prior security, law enforcement, military, emergency services, or related experience.
• Previous experience in a K–12 school, independent school, or educational environment.
• Experience in security operations, access control, incident response, or emergency preparedness.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Familiarity with radio communications and visitor management systems.
• Experience working collaboratively as part of a security team.

Responsibilities

• Provide a visible, approachable, and professional security presence on assigned campuses.
• Monitor campus activity, assist with building access control, and follow visitor management procedures.
• Conduct routine campus patrols and report suspicious activity, safety concerns, or policy violations.
• Respond promptly and professionally to incidents, emergencies, and medical situations.
• Use verbal de-escalation and sound judgment to manage conflicts and challenging situations.
• Support student arrival and dismissal, athletic events, school activities, and other special events as assigned.
• Communicate effectively with school administrators, faculty, staff, and other security team members.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement and emergency responders when appropriate.
• Follow school policies, security procedures, confidentiality requirements, and professional standards.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED