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Job Description
Security Patrol
Loudoun County Public Schools
Safety and Security - Leesburg, Virginia This job is also posted in Loudoun County Public Schools
Job Details
Job ID:
5711886
Application Deadline:
May 27, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Jul 1, 2026
Job Description
Job Overview
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.
Roles and Responsibilities
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.
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
Qualifications
Below are the minimum qualifications for this job. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are also acceptable.
Education
High School Diploma or GED Experience
Prior security and/or law enforcement is highly desirable
Licenses and Certifications
Must hold valid driver's license
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Relates well with public and school staff
Good oral and written communication skills
Demonstrates organizational skills
Physical Requirements
The following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this job:
Rare
Occasional
Frequent
Regular
Lift or move 26-50 pounds
X
Lift or move more than 50 pounds
X
Climb/Descend (ladders, scaffolding, ramps, poles, etc.)
X
Balance
X
Stoop
X
Kneel
X
Crouch/ Squat
X
Crawl
X
Reach
X
Stand
X
Sit
X
Walk
X
Push
X
Pull
X
Bend/turn/twist head or neck
X
Bend/turn/ twist waist
X
Manipulate (pick, pinch, etc. with fingers)
X
Grasp
X
Feel
X
Talk
X
Hear
X
See
X
Remain stationary
X
Travel by foot
X
Travel by transport
X
Repeat hand/arm, wrist/finger motion
X
Repeat leg/ foot/ toe/ ankle motion
X
Operate motor vehicle
X
Wear protective equipment
X
Rare
Occasional
Frequent
Extreme heat
X
Extreme cold
X
X
Inclement weather
X
Intense noise
X
Fumes, odors, dust, gas
X
Chemicals, bodily fluids, infectious diseases
X
Inadequate lighting
X
Heights
X
Challenging physical interactions (biting, hitting, throwing objects, encroaching, etc)
X
Challenging verbal interactions (offensive language, shouting, threats, etc)
X
Essential Personnel Disclosure Employees who perform the responsibilities of this job are considered essential personnel. Essential personnel are designated employees who must report for work during a delay or emergency situations. A workplace emergency is an unforeseen situation that threatens the staff, pupils, or the public; disrupts or shuts down business operations; or causes physical or environmental damage. Emergencies may be natural or manmade. It is incumbent upon the supervisor to inform and confirm which essential personnel are required to work during emergency closings. Notification and confirmation of the expectation of essential personnel to report to work, or maintain as-needed status, will be executed with as much advanced notice as possible via in-person communication or email.
Reports To:
Coordinator, Security Operations Center
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Months/Days/Hours:
12 months/254 days/8 hours
Salary:
Scale B/Universal - Non-exempt Level 7
Salary Range:
$26.04-$33.50
Salary Scale:
https://www.lcps.org/compensation
Remote Work Eligible:
No
Union Designation:
Non-Certified
Position Type:
Full-Time
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required