Security Officer - #BVI00260

 

Title: Security Officer - #BVI00260

State Role Title: Security Officer I

Hiring Range: Starting Salary $35,000 commensurate w/experience

Pay Band: 1

Agency: Dept for Blind/Vision Impaired

Location: Blind & Vision Impaired

Agency Website: https://www.dbvi.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

 

DBVI's 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 driver's 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 re-cruitment@dars.virginia.gov 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 Virginia’s New Recruitment Management System. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. PageUp will provide you with confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé 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: Recruitment@dars.virginia.gov

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