Security Guard

Job Description

Mountain Gateway Community College (MGCC) is a two‑year public institution of higher education in Virginia. We are looking for a dedicated and responsible Part‑Time Security Officer to maintain the safety and security of all college buildings and grounds at our Buena Vista office. The position requires approximately 20 hours per week, primarily during evening hours.

• Maintain the safety and security of all college buildings and grounds.
• Open and lock facilities, perform routine security patrols inside and outside campus buildings.
• Monitor campus activities to ensure a secure environment.
• Respond promptly to any suspicious persons or events.
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and visitors.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support campus safety.

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.

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in all situations.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and nights.

Basic knowledge of campus environment and/or security industry. Operation of a State Vehicle:
No. Supervises Employees:
Yes.

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.