Security Officer

Position Number:

282W0007 Agency Piedmont Virginia Community College Division Piedmont Virginia Community College (Div) Work Location Albemarle - 003

Hiring Range:

$17.90 - $20.00 per hour Work Schedule This is a part-time (maximum of 29 hours per week), on-campus position working day shift with no weekends. Job Description Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is a nonresidential two-year institution of higher education that serves Central Virginia - principally residents of the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa and Nelson. Our scenic campus is located in Albemarle County, Virginia. We are one of 23 community colleges in Virginia that comprise the Virginia Community College System (VCCS).

Duties and Responsibilities:

Security Officer Monitor and make rounds to ensure safety and security of PVCC community members and facilities. Lock and unlock College buildings, doors, and classrooms Provide visitors and College community members with information and directions to campus buildings, classrooms, and off-campus areas. Notify campus police of suspicious persons, activities or safety hazards found during tour of duty Maintain accurate records and logs of activity Operate security & state vehicles Respond to complaints and make preliminary investigations Answer alarms and disturbances; contact police, fire, & rescue in case of an emergency and follow established College emergency procedures Patrol among visitors and College community members to preserve order and protect property Answer phones in a professional manner Patrol parking lots and issue warnings to persons with rule infractions or law violations, write tickets for parking violations Escort, via motor vehicle or golf cart, individuals to specified location or to provide personal protection Give limited aid when individuals are experiencing motor vehicle problems Monitor and check fire & safety devices. Officers must be accountable for their actions and dependable in their attendance and should demonstrate these characteristics through their dutiful attendance of all scheduled shifts and appointments Officers also must be available for contact during emergency situations Perform other duties as assigned We anticipate hiring 2-3 Security Officers from this posting. Review of applications is ongoing. The posting will close once the candidates are identified. Special Assignments 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. KSA's/Required Qualifications Excellent customer service, organizational, verbal, and written communications skills with keen attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to collaborate with team members and take directions from multiple individuals. Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (MS Word or equivalent, Outlook, etc.) Have a valid driver's license and good driving history. Successfully pass a background review, including criminal history and driving history. Be able to obtain and maintain CPR/AED and First Aid certification. Have basic knowledge of campus environment and/or security industry, relevant laws, and safety and fire prevention. Additional Considerations Prior experience in Criminal Justice or related field OR two years law enforcement experience Demonstrated strong student orientation and customer focus A strong service orientation and a demonstrated ability to work in a diverse, multicultural community, and excellent written and verbal skills.

Posting Number:

WGE_3190P Additional Information Piedmont Virginia Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, disability, veteran status, sex, age or sexual orientation in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Associate Vice President of Human Resources, 501 College Dr., Main Building, Room M132, Charlottesville, VA 22902; 434.961.6567. We are a "Virginia Values Veterans" (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application. Background Check Statement Disclaimer 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, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/ 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 Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.