Security Officer

About the School

Since 1910, St. Anne’s-Belfield School has been committed to nurturing the whole student: body, heart, mind, and soul. As the largest independent school in the college town of Charlottesville, Va., our 900+ students, age 2 through Grade 12, inspire us each day as we aspire to educate the next generation of exemplary citizens and visionary leaders. 

As a member of our school community, you'd be joining a team of people who are passionate about their roles and contributing to a community of purpose and belonging. Those who thrive at St. Anne’s-Belfield are people who, as outlined in our Portrait of a Graduate, pursue knowledge to generate impact, seek to engage diverse perspectives and practices, engage in reflection, demonstrate moral character and integrity, and work to understand and meet the needs of the community. 

Our two beautiful campuses on 55 acres serve as vibrant hubs for curiosity, creativity, and academic excellence. This is perfectly complemented by our location in Charlottesville, one of the top 5 happiest cities in the U.S., as recognized by National Geographic and Outside Magazine. Opportunities abound to connect with nature, enjoy arts and culture, engage with the University of Virginia, only one mile away, and explore American history both within our region or Richmond (one hour by car) and Washington, D.C. (two hours by car).

If you're looking for a dynamic learning environment where your contributions help spark each child’s potential, we invite you to consider a career with St. Anne’s-Belfield. We at St. Anne's-Belfield School believe it is the quality and passion of our people that set us apart. We seek to hire the best teachers, administrators, staff members, and coaches to support our student body by offering a competitive benefits package and providing a wonderful working environment.

Position Summary

The Security Officer plays a key part in the physical safety and security of our campuses, including people and property. In partnership with the Security team and the Security Manager, the Security Officer manages and enforces safety and security policies in accordance with best practices for School security, maintaining up-to-date knowledge, including but not limited to access control; accident prevention; risk management; safety procedures; emergency management; and traffic and parking control.

Responsibilities

• Patrol and Observation
• Continuous monitoring of campus property including security inspections of all doors, windows and gates.
• Patrols campus and works as part of the security team to ensure adequate security coverage, traffic management, safety of students,employees and visitors, and protection of assets.

• Access Control
• Responds to requests related to safety and security by School Administrators, parents, and other visitors to the School.  
• Monitors all appropriate control panels, alarms and all related security equipment.
• Frequently checks fire and security systems for proper operation. Must be able to troubleshoot and correct minor difficulties. Responds to all alarms.
• Uses and monitors security-related technology, including cameras, building access control, campus access control and communication equipment (including phone systems, phone apps, two-way radios, intercoms, and emergency broadcast systems).
• Provides support for the Visitor Management System and periodically directs and/or escorts visitors to campus locations. Responds to all exceptions reported by VMS.

• Risk Management and Mitigation
  • With direction from the Security Manager, develops and implements improvements to procedures, equipment, and systems that are appropriate in our school setting and culture.
  • Evaluates trends, best practices, evolving threats, risks and vulnerabilities and applies tools and procedures to mitigate risks.

• Investigations and Incident Reports
  • Assists in conducting investigations and creates incident reports of all incidents involving the security and safety of students, faculty, staff and visitors including thefts, threats, break-ins, property damage and injuries on campus within 24 hours of the incident.

• Emergency Management
  • Implements appropriate emergency management plans. 
  • Works cooperatively with personnel involved in the threat management plan in academic arenas, assists with safety exercises and drills to enhance awareness and capacity to respond to emergency and crisis situations.
  • Responds appropriately and in compliance with federal, state, and local safety and security regulations by studying existing and new requirements, overseeing and working with the administration to enforce school-wide adherence to requirements.
  • Maintains contact and is accessible to School Administrators during both regular work hours and after hours. 

Skills and Abilities 

• Proven problem recognition and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent interpersonal skills including negotiation skills
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Have excellent integrity, demonstrated high moral character and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to make decisions quickly and operate independently in an emergency situation

Education and Experience 

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED); Associates or Bachelors Degree in a related field preferred.
• Previous law enforcement, military. security, or public safety experience, preferably in a school environment.

Job Requirements

• Valid state driver's license
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must be available to work nights and weekends, as needed
• Certification in First Aid/CPR/AED

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Workday regularly includes multiple , deadlines, and time pressures
• Work regularly requires sustained concentration
• Work requires considerable physical effort or manual dexterity
• Sufficient vision (with correction) to read and to observe more distant objects
• Ability to do considerable walking in order to make rounds of facilities
• Sufficient stamina to lift up to 50 lbs and work outside in inclement weather conditions when required

What We Offer

• Competitive annual salary, based on experience
• Generous PTO — up to 4 weeks vacation + 3 personal days annually
• Shared cost high-quality medical, dental, and vision insurance
• School paid short-term and long-term disability and life insurance
• Retirement plan with a match
• Supplemental insurance policies
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition remission for children enrolled at the school (Three years through Grade 12 only)
• Free after-school care (3 – 5:30 p.m.) for Three years through Grade 8
• Free lunch when school is in session
• 20% discount at the St. Anne’s-Befield School store

Job Type: Non-Exempt, Hourly 
Reports to: Security Manager       Department: Facilities