Security Officer

Job Overview

Working Title: Security Officer (00017)
Role

Title:

Security Officer III
Role Code: 69113-SW
FLSA: Nonexempt
Pay Band: 03
Position Number:
Agency: Brightpoint Community College
Division: Brightpoint Community College (Div)
Work Location: Chesterfield - 041
Hiring Range: up to $42,000 (Commensurate with qualifications and experience)
Emergency/Essential Personnel: Yes
EEO Category: D – Protective Service Worker
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Telework options: None (subject to change based on business needs)
Bilingual or Multilingual: None
Work Schedule: Midnight to 8 a.m., Monday‑Friday. Other shifts may be required as needed.

• State of Virginia employee benefits
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Virginia Retirement System (VRS) participation
• Generous annual leave and paid holidays
• Remote work flexibility, depending on role and departmental needs
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuous learning programs
• Access to wellness resources and employee assistance programs

Full‑time Security Officer position, primarily covering the midnight shift at the Chester campus. Incumbents must be flexible and available to fill in for other shifts at both the Chester and Midlothian locations.

Enforce college, local, and state rules and regulations; inspect assigned areas; document incidents; secure buildings; and monitor visitor access. Specific duties include reporting discrepancies and hazardous conditions; conducting foot and vehicular patrols; monitoring surveillance cameras; responding to emergencies; and providing security for special events such as convocations, registration, and other college functions.

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.

Considerable experience in a security or law‑enforcement environment is required. Campus Security Officer Certification is required or must be obtained within 180 days of hire. A valid Virginia driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record are required. This position involves moderate lifting and extensive walking. The ability to maintain a positive, productive, and cooperative attitude and to work effectively as a team player is essential.

Experience providing excellent customer service is required. The position requires flexibility to work weekends and day, evening, and night shifts.

Successful completion and passing of a criminal background check is required.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel. Operation of a State Vehicle:
Yes. Supervises Employees:
No. Required Travel:
As required.

Posting Number:
Recruitment Type:
General Public - G

Number of Vacancies : 1
Position End Date (if temporary): N/A
Job Open Date: 02/12/2026
Job Close Date: 02/26/2026
Open Until Filled:
No
Agency Website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..edu
Contact Name:
Shelby Duncan
Email: sduncan
Phone Number:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we encourage individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must 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:// or call DARS at 800‑552‑5019, or DBVI at 800‑622‑2155.

All full‑time classified employees new to the Commonwealth of Virginia will serve a 12‑month probationary period.

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, and credit checks (relevant to…