Unarmed Security Officer

Role Summary

This position is responsible for providing security and safety functions on the NVCC campuses and all property owned by the College and to provide a safe and secure environment.

• Patrol, traffic control (vehicular and pedestrian), site and building access
• Assisting the public
• Information exchange and reporting unusual or emergency conditions to the appropriate authorities

May be required to perform other duties as assigned and assist the agency or state government during emergency declarations by the Governor.

• Ability to complete DCJS Campus Security Officer training certification.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to speak and understand English.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the laws of the Commonwealth, local ordinances and College policies through performance of daily tasks.
• Ability to maintain positive public relations.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of job duties.
• Ability to pass a psychological and physical exam.
• Pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check.

• 21 years of age
• Must be a United States citizen or have been a lawful resident of the United States for the past 5 consecutive years.
• Qualification for appointment as a campus security officer under DCJS guidelines.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Pass a background investigation.
• No criminal record.
• Employees must reside in Virginia, Maryland or District of Columbia.

• Experience as a security officer, preferably in the field of college, university or high school security enforcement.

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), to provide 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. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.