School Safety Officers

Safety Officer
Norfolk Collegiate School seeks a reliable, proactive, and community-oriented Safety Officer to help maintain a safe and secure campus environment. This position plays a key role in supporting the daily safety operations of the school, ensuring the well-being of students, faculty, staff, and visitors during the school day and at school-sponsored events.
The ideal candidate will have experience in campus safety, security, or a related field, demonstrate strong situational awareness and communication skills, and be committed to fostering a safe, welcoming, and respectful school environment.
Key Responsibilities:

Monitor and patrol campus buildings and grounds to ensure safety and security
Serve as a visible and approachable presence for students, faculty, staff, and visitors
Manage access control, including monitoring entrances and verifying visitor check-in procedures
Respond promptly and effectively to incidents, emergencies, and safety concerns
Collaborate with school administration on safety protocols and emergency preparedness
Assist with arrival, dismissal, and traffic flow to ensure student safety
Maintain accurate reports of incidents, observations, and daily activities
Support safety coverage for school events, as needed
Enforce school policies and procedures in a consistent and professional manner
Qualifications:

High school diploma required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred
Prior experience in security, law enforcement, military, or school safety preferred
Valid concealed weapon permit required
Must be licensed through the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) and qualified as an armed security officer
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with students, faculty, staff, and visitors
Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in high-pressure or emergency situations
Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and attention to detail
Working knowledge of safety procedures and emergency response protocols
CPR/First Aid certification preferred, or willingness to obtain upon hire
Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends for school events
Interested candidates should upload a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and any relevant certifications.
Norfolk Collegiate is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds.