Security Patrol

Loudoun County Public Schools • Leesburg, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Security Patrol responds to fire and security alarms in all Loudoun County Public Schools buildings; patrols the interior and exterior of school buildings and grounds; reports vandalism and trespassers; performs regular tests on security alarms; instructs/assists school staff with arming and disarming alarms; performs building fire watch as needed; works with law enforcement as needed; and performs related work as required. The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; work may differ and other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Prior security and/or law enforcement is highly desirable
• Must hold valid driver’s license
• Relates well with public and school staff
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrates organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Patrols LCPS owned facilities to detect and deter criminal and/or unsafe activities include checking exterior and interior
• Responds to alarms at LCPS facilities, includes setting/resetting security alarms and assisting the fire department in determining the cause of false fire alarms
• Assists school personnel with securing buildings, setting alarms as needed
• Reports criminal and/or unsafe activities to the appropriate entity as well as the Safety and Security Department. Criminal/suspicious/unsafe activities that require immediate response will be reported via radio to LCPS Transportation dispatcher
• Liaises with responding to public safety personnel in the event of an alarm or incident
• Performs “fire watch” in the event of fire alarm malfunction at a school

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED