Security Officer - Part Time

Go VCE; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Western State Hospital is seeking a part-time Security Officer to help maintain a safe, secure environment for patients and staff. The role involves escorting patient transports, monitoring entrances with metal detectors, and supporting unit staff across the campus in Staunton, VA.

Requirements include a valid Virginia driver’s license, high school diploma or equivalent, and experience in law enforcement or public safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Experience in law enforcement or public safety.
• Bilingual is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as bailiff for judicial hearings and oversee patient transports.
• Assist unit staff with patients as needed.
• Conduct walk-throughs on units and grounds to maintain security.
• Check in and screen visitors and patients at front lobby with detector and wand.
• Transport patients to/from other facilities, courts, and appointments.
• Investigate incidents and write detailed reports from start to finish.
• Patrol hospital property, monitor parking, and assist with vehicle investigations.

Skills

Public Safety

Law Enforcement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Title: Security Officer - Part Time

State Role Title: Security Officer III

Hiring Range: $23.05/HR

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Western State Hospital

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/wsh/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Location: Western State Hospital
103 Valley Center Drive, Staunton, VA 24401.

Who We Are
Western State Hospital (WSH), part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), has been a leader in psychiatric treatment since 1828. WSH is a 302-bed Joint Commission/CMS-accredited psychiatric facility located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley. Just 30 minutes from vibrant university towns, our hospital serves adults with serious mental health needs and is nationally recognized for our Psychosocial Rehabilitation “Learning” programs.

Position Overview:
Western State Hospital is seeking a Security Officer part time to maintain adequate coverage in order for the Public Safety Department to fulfill its mission statement at Western State Hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a bailiff for the judicial hearings at WSH and taking patient transports
• Respond and assist unit staff with patients as requested at WSH
• Conducts walkthroughs as designated by Administration on the units and grounds of WSH and to help provide a safe and secure environment and milieu for patients and staff
• Check in and scan all visitors in the front lobby as well as patients that may be returning via the front lobby by use of the walk-through metal detector and hand wand
• Transport combative, dangerous, public safety patients to/from other state facilities, court hearings, and appointments
• Investigate and compile detailed information pertaining to writing a special report from start to finish
• Patrol hospital property, monitor parking, traffic, and conduct vehicle accident investigations as deemed necessary by management

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record and ability to obtain valid Virginia driver's license with 30 days of start date
• Experience in Law Enforcement, Public Safety, or related fields and positions meeting and dealing with the general public as a supplier of services

Additional Considerations

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Bilingual
• Veteran or veteran spouse

Contact Information

Name: Samantha Leep

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

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.

Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.

Under Virginia Code §§ 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges.

Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at [phone] during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).

Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.

Veteran Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We strongly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply to the state application and respond accordingly.

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.