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Security Officer III

Job in Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, USA
Listing for: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-01
Job specializations:
  • Security
    Site Security
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 44440 - 48600 USD Yearly USD 44440.00 48600.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Title: Security Officer
State Role

Title:

S69113
Hiring Range: $44,440 - $48,600
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location:Southeastern VA Training Ctr
Agency Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./employment
Recruitment Type: G

Passionate about helping others? Start a rewarding career at Southeast Virginia Training Center!
Southeastern Virginia Training Center is hiring a Security Officer III to join our Security team at our 24-hour. The Security Officer is the first point of contact for staff, individuals, and visitors at our 24-hour facility.

About Us At Southwestern Virginia Training Center (SEVTC) we serve citizens with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are an intermediate care facility operated by the Department of Behavioral health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) where we support individuals in state-of-the-art homes with accommodations unique to their specific needs. At SEVTC, we take pride in providing our individuals with a person-centered approach, fostering their independence, and ensuring their life is fully realized to their potential.

Our employees are our most valuable asset, and we take time to invest in their health, wellness, and happiness.
About

The Role
  • Provide a high level of customer service, answering general inquiries and directing visitors.
  • Operate a multi-line phone system professionally and efficiently.
  • Maintain security by enforcing access control, issuing visitor badges, and monitoring logbooks.
  • Act as a first responder in emergency situations and coordinate with police or fire departments when necessary.
  • Ensure a safe and secure environment for all staff, visitors, and individuals.
All new hires must successfully complete the facility’s pre-service training program. Preservice training class is 5 days long from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Shifts/Hours Sunday 7pm-7am
Wednesday 8am-4pm
Thursday 8am-4pm
Saturday 7pm-7am
Skills And Experience Required We are seeking a candidate with general knowledge of law enforcement and security procedures. We also seek the following:
  • Ability to operate a two-way radio and general announcing system.
  • Experience with general office procedures and equipment.
  • Basic computer skills, bookkeeping experience, and data entry proficiency.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving history.
Bonus Points If You Have
  • Prior law enforcement experience.
  • Valid Department of Justice Services (DCJS) private security registration.
What We Offer We offer an array of benefits to help you take care of you and your family:
  • Health, vision and dental; multiple plan choices!
  • Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
  • 13 paid holidays.
  • Paid time off to include sick leave, family personal leave, annual leave, parental leave and more!
  • Life and long-term care insurance.
  • Retirement and savings to include - membership in the Virginia Retirement System (401(a) defined benefit plan) and the commonwealth’s deferred compensation plan.
  • Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
  • Employee assistance program, wellness, employee discounts and so much more!
Person Centered. Community Based. SEVTC’s mission is to provide quality, person-centered services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in partnership with a community-based system of supports.
We envision SEVTC as a center of excellence providing specialized support that enable successful community living for individuals with intellectual, developmental and behavioral challenges across the state of Virginia.
Our values reflect an environment where: individuals lead self-determined lives that focus on empowerment, dignity and respect, employees are valued and appreciated as out most import asset, individuals and employees live, work and play in an environment that is safe and free from harm, collaboration with DBHDS, community partners, and family members is welcomed and fostered, and resources are utilized in a thoughtful and efficient manner.
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