PT Campus Safety Officer

Position:
Part‑time Security Officer (Cedar Bluff Campus) – Up to 29 hours per week (average 16) with variable schedule.

Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) is seeking an individual for the role of part‑time security officer for the Cedar Bluff campus. The successful candidate will foster trust within our diverse community and problem‑solve through collaboration.

• Observing and reporting any and all incidents while on campus
• Doing foot patrols in and around all buildings on campus
• Conducting professional interactions with the public
• Opening and securing buildings and classrooms
• Occasional deposit or mail pickup/delivery
• Basic upkeep of assigned equipment and tools
• Directing traffic
• Assisting students, faculty, and visitors with daily calls of service (e.g., keys locked in vehicle, boosting vehicle batteries, directions, etc.)
• Following instructions and directives from supervision
• Supporting special event needs

May be required to perform other duties as assigned and assist the agency or state government in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

• Must be able to pass a drug screening
• Must be able to pass DCJS Security Officer Training (obtain certificate)
• Must be able to pass CPR training (obtain certificate)
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Cannot have criminal convictions excluding traffic offenses
• Must be physically fit enough to walk the campus, stairs, hallways, etc., and stand for multiple hours in all types of weather
• Must possess excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
• Must have basic computer skills
• Must be available to work different shifts and weekends upon request
• Security work experience preferred
• Experience using radio communications equipment
• Ability to multitask
• Must maintain confidentiality, respond to internal and external requests for information and work with a diverse group of individuals

EEO Statement: 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.

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

E-Verify Statement: VCCS uses E‑Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I‑9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.