Security Officer

Virginia’s Community Colleges; Henrico (GA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College in Henrico is seeking a Security Officer III to provide safety and security for students, faculty and staff with professional conduct and adherence to the college's standards.

The Security Officer III will operate security equipment, respond to incidents, and may be assigned to any campus. A Virginia Driver’s License is required, and DCJS certification may be pursued after onboarding.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of statue enforcement, safety and security concepts and procedures.
• Ability to operate security vehicles, communication equipment and alarms.
• Able to follow and give instructions, and write factual reports.
• Strong communication with diverse populations.
• Valid Virginia Driver’s License.
• Ability to obtain DCJS campus security certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety and security to students, faculty and staff in a professional, courteous manner.
• Maintain order and uphold the image and respect of the department and the college.
• Work shifts (24-hour scheduling) and may be assigned to any of the three college campuses.

Skills

Statute enforcement

Security equipment operation

Follow written & oral instructions

Effective communication

Virginia Driver’s License

DCJS campus security certification

Job description

Posting Summary

Working TitleSecurity OfficerRole TitleSecurity Officer IIIRole Code69113-SWFLSANonexemptPay Band03Position Number283W0151AgencyJ. Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeDivisionJ. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)Work LocationHenrico - 087Hiring Range$20.70/hourEmergency/Essential PersonnelYesEEO Category4-Protective ServiceFull Time or Part TimePart TimeDoes this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-NoDoes this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?Work ScheduleSchedule as assigned.Sensitive PositionYesJob DescriptionReynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.Reynolds is seeking Security Officer III. The Security Officer III will provide safety and security to students, faculty and staff in a professional, courteous manner by maintaining order and upholding the image and respect of the department and the college. The Security Officer Senior position is required to work shifts (24-hour scheduling) and may be assigned to any of the three college campuses.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Working knowledge of statue enforcement; safety and security concepts, principles, procedures and techniques.
• Working knowledge of customer service practices and principles. Demonstrated skill in the use of security vehicles, communication equipment, alarm systems, and other types of security equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to follow and give oral and written instructions, to react appropriately in routine and emergency situations, to gather information and write factual reports, and to explain and ensure compliance with policies, rules, and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with a diverse population.
• Valid Virginia Driver’s License.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain certification as a campus security officer as mandated by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services. (DCJS).

Additional Considerations

• Security Experience in public service-oriented environment
• Basic skills in the operation of personal computers
• First Aid and CPR Training Certification.

Operation of a State VehicleYes

Supervises EmployeesNo

Required Travel

Travel between college campuses required.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Additional Information

Note the physical demand requirements of the position.