Security Officer

Position:
Security Officer (part‑time, up to 29 hours per week, day shift)

• Monitor campus facilities by conducting regular rounds to ensure safety and security of community members.
• Lock and unlock college buildings, doors, and classrooms as required.
• Provide information and directions to visitors and community members.
• Notify campus police of suspicious persons, activities, or safety hazards found during duty.
• Maintain accurate records and logs of activity.
• Operate security & state vehicles.
• Respond to complaints and conduct preliminary investigations.
• Answer alarms and disturbances; call police, fire, & rescue in case of emergency and follow established procedures.
• Patrol among visitors and community members to preserve order and protect property.
• Answer phones professionally.
• Patrol parking lots, issue warnings for rule infractions or law violations, and write tickets for parking violations.
• Escort individuals to specified locations via vehicle or golf cart, and provide limited aid during vehicle problems.
• Monitor and check fire & safety devices.
• Maintain dependable attendance and be available for contact during emergencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• May be required to assist the agency or state government during emergencies declared by the Governor.

• Excellent customer service, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills with keen attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to collaborate with team members and take directions from multiple individuals.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving history.
• Background review clearance (criminal and driving history).
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
• Basic knowledge of campus environment, security industry, relevant laws, and safety and fire prevention.

• Prior experience in Criminal Justice or related field OR two years law enforcement experience.
• Strong student orientation and customer focus.
• Strong service orientation; ability to work in a diverse, multicultural community with excellent written and verbal skills.

• Operation of a State Vehicle:
  Yes
• Supervises Employees:
  No
• Required Travel:
  Limited

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.

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

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