Security Officer III (part-time)

Brightpoint Community College; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightpoint Community College seeks to hire multiple wage security officers for its Midlothian campus. Responsibilities include enforcing rules, securing buildings, and monitoring visitor access during various shifts including nights and weekends. Candidates should have security experience and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Considerable experience in a security or law enforcement environment required.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and serve as a team player.
• Must complete a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Enforce college and state rules and regulations.
• Conduct foot and vehicular patrols.
• Provide security at special events.

Skills

Customer Service

Security Enforcement

Teamwork

Education

Campus Security Officer Certification

Valid Virginia driver's license

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Evening weekend shifts (4pm-12am at both Midlothian and Chester campuses) and midnights shifts (12am-8am primarily at the Chester campus). Midnight shifts are eligible for shift differential of $1.50 / hr. Incumbents must have flexibility to fill in on all shifts at both locations.

Sensitive Position

Job Description

Brightpoint Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education and is the third largest of Virginia's 23 community colleges. The college is located within the Greater Richmond metropolitan area. It serves students and the community at its two campuses, in Chester and Midlothian; online; and in locations throughout its service area. Brightpoint Community College's mission is to provide quality educational opportunities that inspire student success and community vitality. It envisions a success story for every student.

Brightpoint Community College seeks to hire multiple wage security officers for assignments covering primarily dayshift (8 am to 4 pm) at the Midlothian campus. Incumbents must have flexibility to fill in on all shifts at both locations. Responsibilities include enforcing college, local and state rules and regulations; inspecting assigned areas; recording incidents; securing buildings; monitoring visitor access. Specific duties include; reporting discrepancies and hazardous conditions; conducting both foot and vehicular patrols; monitor surveillance cameras, and respond to emergencies. Provide security at special events such as convocations, registration, and other college functions.

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

Considerable experience in a security or law enforcement environment required. Campus Security Officer Certification or ability to obtain within 180 days. Must have a valid Virginia driver's license and satisfactory driving record. Moderate lifting and extensive walking required. Ability to maintain a positive, productive, cooperative attitude and serve as a team player. Experience providing excellent customer service required. This position requires working flexible schedules that includes weekends, day, evening and night shifts. Successful completion and passing of a criminal background check is required.

Additional Considerations

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.

Operation of a State Vehicle

Required Travel

May be required to travel between the College's Midlothian and Chester campus.

Posting Number

WGE_2376P

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Multi-Hire

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

02 / 04 / 2025

Job Close Date

06 / 09 / 2025

Agency Website

https : / / www.brightpoint.edu

Contact Name

Email

Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants

Brightpoint Community College embraces a culture of diversity and inclusion that empowers anyone from anywhere to be successful in their academic and professional pursuits. We strive to provide an environment that is enriching to all by understanding and appreciating our dimensions of diversity, becoming global citizens, and welcoming new ways of engaging the unique contributions of all people.

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link : https : / / www.dars.virginia.gov / drs / cpid / PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information

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.

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