Security Officer

Position

Security Officer (Multiple Positions Will Be Filled)

POLICE

Norfolk, VA

Hourly

• Provide security services for Old Dominion University.
• Monitor main and satellite campus grounds to ensure staff, students, and visitors are safe.
• Make inspections of designated priority areas on a routine basis.
• Identify and assist with the investigation of minor or suspicious matters.

• Basic familiarity with personal computers to include Microsoft Office, Outlook, etc.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions to complete assigned tasks and reports.
• Ability to perform essential physical requirements which include standing and/or walking for extended periods.
• Ability to perform required tasks during periods of inclement weather.
• Ability to maintain a neat and clean appearance/uniform and report for duty on time.
• Ability to provide security services which includes working inside and outside of building during various hours of the day.
• Special licenses, registration or certification:
• Valid driver's license and insurable record.
• Ability to obtain the DCJS CSO Campus Security Officer Certification within one year of employment.
• Education or training: High school diploma or GED.
• Level and type of experience: Some experience in a security position or in a related role such as loss‑prevention, facilities monitoring, or other duties helping to maintain safety and order.
• Additional Considerations: Some experience and training as a Campus Security Officer or Security Officer.

• University Police Department employees are considered essential personnel for emergency conditions/inclement weather and expected to report to duty during these conditions.
• Must work a rotating shift schedule which includes days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and any mandatory special events. Some overtime will be required based on the department’s needs.
• This position is designated as sensitive. A fingerprint‑based criminal history check will be required of the final candidate.
• Hourly employees are restricted to working 29 hours per week on average or 1500 hours in total in the May 1 – April 30 period. This position does not have health insurance, retirement, or leave.
• The current vacancies are primarily for the Tri‑Cities/VMASC & VA Beach Higher Education Center locations. These locations have a rotating schedule which includes some weekends.

Hourly rate: $15.49 per hour. Salary non‑negotiable.

• Job Requisition Number: S03257
• Open to:
  General Public
• Open Date: 03/30/2026
• Close Date:
  Open Until Filled (Yes)

The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information.

Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757)683‑3141.

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…