PT Campus Safety Officer

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title PT Campus Safety Officer Role Title Security Officer I Role Code 69111-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 01 Position Number 294W0029 Agency Southwest Virginia Community College Division Southwest Virginia Community College (Div) Work Location Tazewell - 185 Hiring Range $15.00 per hour Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category N-No EEO-4 Reporting Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No Work Schedule

Up to 29 hours per week with average of 16 hours weekly. Schedule will vary.

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial, and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, SWCC offers associate degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university. SWCC also has associate degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice.

Southwest Virginia Community College is seeking an individual for the role of part-time security officer for the Cedar Bluff campus.

The successful candidate will be able to foster trust within our diverse community and problem solve through collaboration.

Responsibilities will include:

• 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 (keys locked in vehicle, boosting vehicle batteries, directions, etc.)
• Following instructions and directives from supervision
• Supporting special event needs

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

• 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 ,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

Additional Considerations

• Security work experience
• Experience using radio communications equipment
• Community college work experience
• Experience using PeopleSoft

Operation of a State Vehicle Yes Supervises Employees No Required Travel

Some travel may be required.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number WGE_3114P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 2 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 04/02/2026 Job Close Date 06/08/2026 Open Until Filled No Agency Website www.sw.edu Contact Name HR Email hr@sw.edu Phone Number 276-964-7333 Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to 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://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information 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.

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.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/94949

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Unofficial Transcripts
• Writing Sample
• Other Document
• Certificate
• Unofficial Transcript 2
• Unofficial Transcript 3
• Alternative Hiring Process Letter
• License