Job Title
School Security Officer - Tuckahoe Elementary
Location
Henrico, VA, US
Organization Name
HCPS - Tuckahoe Elementary School
About Us
Henrico County Public Schools is one of the six largest public school divisions in Virginia with a nationally recognized educational program. Henrico County is a suburban community surrounding the city of Richmond, VA. We are 104 miles from the Atlantic Ocean to the east; 94 miles from the scenic Skyline Drive to the west; 106 miles from Washington, D.C. to the north; and 75 miles from the North Carolina border to the south.
Our Mission:
Henrico County Public Schools, an innovative leader in educational excellence, will actively engage our students in diverse educational, social and civic learning experiences that inspire and empower them to become contributing citizens.
General Statement of Duties
The School Security Officer is a 200-day, 8 hours per day position, located at Tuckahoe Elementary School. Starting annual salary: $31,937.00 (Note: This position is for the 2024-2025 school year and the salary will be prorated based on employment start date). Anticipated start date 8/12/2024. Posting is open until filled.
This individual will ensure the safety, security and welfare of all students, faculty, staff and visitors.
Essential Duties

• Patrols campus, inside and outside, to maintain order and discipline and prevent crime
• Collaborate with school administrators and other school personnel to support positive and safe school climates
• Encourage students to use positive verbal and behavioral alternatives
• Encourage academic achievement and positive involvement in the school community
• Investigates student violations of School Board policies
• Refer students having problems to administrative staff
• Detains students violating the law until a law enforcement officer arrives
• Escorts disruptive students to the office
• Prevents unauthorized persons from entering and leaving school grounds
• Reports criminal activity to the appropriate school official or authority
• Deters disruptive pupil behavior
• Attends work daily and is engaged and on task
• Adheres to the school security officer dress code
• Submits a written report of daily activities
• Submits written incident reports
• Attends training as required
• Models appropriate behavior for students to emulate
• Performs other duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to follow oral and written directions
• Ability to work well with people
• A strong desire to work with school-aged youth, professional educators, law enforcement personnel, school staff, and parents
• Be 21 years of age or older
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year of relevant security or school/public contact service experience preferred; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Additional Information
The School Security Officer is a 200-day, 8 hours per day position, located at Tuckahoe Elementary School. Starting annual salary: $31,937.00 (Note: This position is for the 2024-2025 school year and the salary will be prorated based on employment start date). Anticipated start date 8/12/2024.
Posting is open until filled.
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: (804) 652-3763
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
30473.94
Maximum Salary
Currency
USD
Main Organization
Public Schools Public Schools
Employment Status
Permanent Fulltime Permanent Full-time
Amount of Travel
Work At Home