Security Officer - #BVI00260
Security Officer - #BVI00260
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Title: Security Officer - #BVI00260
State Role Title:Security Officer I
Hiring Range: Starting Salary $35000 commensurate w/experience
Pay Band: 1
Agency: Dept for Blind/Vision Impaired
Location:Blind & Vision Impaired
Agency Website:
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
DBVIs primary focus is to assist blind Virginians in achieving quality employment outcomes. Vocational evaluation job training job development placement follow-up and other services are provided to assist consumers in obtaining jobs in the public and private sectors.
Job Duties:
To enable blind and vision impaired individuals to achieve their maximum level of employment education and independence.
We are seeking a Security Officer to exhibit high levels of alertness engagement and professionalism while serving as a security officer on the DBVI Azalea Campus.
Purpose of the position:
- Maintains a safe and welcoming environment by monitoring and securing the premises controlling access of visitors staff and vehicles and ensuring professional security coverage.
- Provides support to Security Coordinator by conducting drills completing safety inspections and responding to security incidents.
- Safeguards and protects people and property.
Minimum Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have:
Knowledge/Experience:
Work experience in a security related field is required.
Applicants must meet and maintain DCJS requirements.
Possess and maintains a valid Virginia drivers license.
Possess and maintain certification in First Aid and CPR or be able to obtain within 90 days of hire.
Possess OSHA 10 or 30 Certificate or be able to obtain within 90 days of hire.
Skills/Abilities:
- A demonstrated ability to be responsive approachable and provide courteous engagement.
- The ability to maintain a calm balanced perspective and successfully complete duties in a stressful situation.
- Must be comfortable working in a variety of environments including outdoors.
- Must possess strong oral and written communication skills as well as the ability to accurately write reports.
- Demonstrate procedure and provide directions.
- The ability to appropriately apply safety principles evaluate situations and routinely make decisions under varying and often rapidly evolving situations.
- Knowledge of safety and security principles practices and equipment.
- Ability to interpret and apply safety and security policy and regulations.
- Ability to work independently.
- Knowledge of records management procedures sufficient to prepare and maintain accurate records for the purpose of mandated retention investigations evidence confidentiality and court testimony.
- Ability to learn and effectively use security related software and equipment.
- Must be able to cover various shifts when necessary.
Other duties and/or special projects as assigned.
Completes duties and/or projects as needed or directed by supervisor.
Additional Considerations
N/A
Special Instructions
This has been designated a sensitive position under Va. Code 2.2-1201.1.
A fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required of the finalist candidate.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact for assistance.
Minorities Individuals with disabilities Veterans AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply.
To Apply:
Equal Opportunity Employer State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginias New Recruitment Management System. Mailed emailed faxed or hand delivered applications and/or rsums will not be accepted. PageUp will provide you with confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Email:
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
