Job Description

Please describe the duties andpurpose of the position.

This position’s main function is to serve as a campus security officer (CSO) responsible for upholding and supporting a safe and secure environment at all Virginia Peninsula Community College Locations.

The CSO will patrol college buildings and grounds in an atmosphere conducive to a college environment. The officer will remain alert to emergency situations, provide a first-line response, and provide escort services, and other public aid services as needed.

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.

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• Possess a valid Virginia operator’s license.
• Successful completion of the Department of Criminal Justice Campus Security Officer Course within 180 days (about 6 months) of hiring;

active accreditation throughout employment.

• Complete CPR / First Aid and AED Certification within 90 days (about 3 months) of hiring; active accreditation throughout employment.
• Complete Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Independent Studies ICS 100 Introduction to Incident Command within 30 days (about 4 and a half weeks) of hiring.
• Ability to successfully complete Commonwealth of Virginia accredited Blood Borne Pathogens class within 30 days (about 4 and a half weeks) of hiring;

active renewal throughout employment.

Work at all campus locations.

Knowledge :

• Knowledgeable of safety and security concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques.
• Working knowledge of customer service practices and principles.
• Knowledge of security best practices and OSHA standards.

Skills :

• Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and customer services orientated.
• Demonstrated skills in security vehicles, Golf Carts, communication equipment, alarm systems, and other types of security equipment.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to :

• Successfully conduct security patrols without supervision.
• Complete routine paperwork.
• Follow and give oral and written instructions.
• Meet physical demands of the position, to react appropriately in routine and emergency situations. Understand, follow, and enforce safety codes, regulations, and procedures.
• Detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel.
• Obtain and maintain certification as a campus security officer as mandated by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS).
• Perform foot patrol on any campus location.

Additional Considerations

• Experience in a college setting.
• Law Enforcement / Security experience in a public service community or policing oriented organization.
• Previous experience or training in public safety operations.

Last updated : 2024-05-22