School Safety Officer: Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice
Company: DHRM
Location: Chesterfield
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Title: School Safety Officer: Virginia Department of Juvenile
Justice State Role Title: Security Officer IV - 69114 Hiring Range:
$42,905 Pay Band: 4 Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice
Location: Bon Air JCC Agency Website: https://www.djj.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G Job Duties About the Agency:
DJJ is committed to excellence in public safety by providing
effective interventions that improve the lives of youth,
strengthening both families and communities within the
Commonwealth. About the Job: The School Safety Officer is
responsible for implementing the consistent daily application of
procedures and best practices to ensure the safety, security, and
welfare of all staff and students at Yvonne B. Miller High School
and Post-Secondary Programs. This position reports directly to the
Director of School Security and Staff Safety. The selected
candidate must be able to successfully complete the Department of
Juvenile Justice-mandated training and certifications, including
the three-week DJJ Basic Skills for Security located in Hanover,
Virginia. Minimum Qualifications Must have valid driver’s license
by time of employment. Knowledge of the principles, techniques, and
practices of safety and security. Knowledge of adolescent
development to include brain development, mental health, and
impulse regulation. Ability to establish and maintain positive
relationships with colleagues and students. Ability to carry out
written and oral instructions. Ability to monitor student behavior
and deter inappropriate behavior while in the education setting.
Knowledge of conflict resolution and crisis intervention.
Demonstrated ability to quickly assess situations and provide the
appropriate response. Demonstrated ability to communicate
effectively both orally and in writing to maintain
records/documentation and prepare reports. Ability to perform
physical intervention (restraint) techniques in accordance with
procedure and training. Additional Considerations Obtain and
maintain CPR certification. Experience supervising and interacting
with at-risk or adjudicated juveniles is preferred. Security
related experience preferred. Special Instructions You will be
provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or
résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your
Application” in your account to check the status of your
application for this position. Applications and/or resumes should
include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications
for this position Background Investigations: Selected applicants
for this position are subject to a background investigation and
pre-employment drug screen. The investigation may include
fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks;
employment verification; verification of education (relevant to
employment); credit checks; and other checks requested by the
hiring authority. Pre-employment medical screenings may be required
for some DJJ positions. A valid driver’s license is required by the
date of employment. Lay off Policy 1.3: If you have been affected
by DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff, and possess a valid Interagency
Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring
Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date
for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state
application as an attachment. DJJ Welcomes Veterans: DJJ is
committed to hiring and retaining veterans. If applicable, please
submit form DD-214 with your state application. Please include your
name and the position number in which you are applying along with
the DD-214. Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond
to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This
information may help us evaluate your credentials and
qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may
disqualify you from further consideration. Status
Updates/Confirmation: Once you submit your online application, you
will instantly receive an application confirmation number. You may
use this number to track the status of your application during the
recruitment process. Please refer to your account for the status of
your application. Updates will not be provided via telephone.
Reasonable accommodations: are available to persons with
disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the
Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources
Department for further assistance. Background Investigations:
Selected applicants for this position are subject to a background
investigation and pre-employment drug screen. The investigation may
include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency
checks; employment verification; verification of education
(relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks requested
by the hiring authority. Equal Opportunity Employer: The Department
of Juvenile Justice practices fair and equal employment
opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with
applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit
discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin,
religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status,
political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment,
selection, and hiring of its workforce. Qualified individuals with
disabilities are encouraged to apply. Contact Information Name:
Taylor Mayton Phone: 804-664-0703 Email:
djjrecruit@djj.virginia.gov In support of the Commonwealth’s
commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with
disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring
Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will
need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the
Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the
Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI).
Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status
questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable,
to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can
be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note :
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or
DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use
that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring
Process.
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