​​Public Safety Specialist​

Who We Are

Founded in 1926, the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is a private, not-for-profit educational, historic, and cultural institution that owns and operates one of the largest and best-known museum complexes in the world. Our mission is “that the future may learn from the past” through preserving and restoring 18^th-century Williamsburg, Virginia’s colonial capital. We engage, inform, and inspire people to learn about this historic capital, the events that occurred here, and the diverse peoples who helped shape a new nation.  

Today, Colonial Williamsburg is the largest living history museum in the U.S. The Historic Area is the 301-acre restored colonial capital with 89 original buildings and 525 buildings reconstructed to how they appeared in the 18th century through extensive archaeological, architectural, and documentary research. The Historic Area is staffed by highly trained, historically dressed interpreters and expert tradespeople who bring the 18th century to life. The Foundation also owns and operates two world-class museums, the DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum, and the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum, The Bob and Marion Wilson Teacher Institute, and a renowned research library, the John D Rockefeller Jr Library.

Additionally, Colonial Williamsburg is home to five world class accommodations at the Williamsburg Inn, Williamsburg Lodge Autograph Collection, the Griffin Hotel, the Williamsburg Woodlands Hotels and Suites and the unique Colonial Houses in the Historical Area. Visitors may also indulge in food and drink at our many on site restaurants and taverns that blend a historically inspired dining experience with today’s evolved tastes. Each year over 5 million people visit Williamsburg and another 20 million engage with us digitally.

About the Position

​The Public Safety Specialist supports departmental operations by managing logistics, managing uniforms and equipment ordering, and coordinating purchasing. This role serves as the primary coordinator for employee training and departmental key control systems, ensuring Foundation policy compliance. In addition, the Public Safety Specialist is an armed Conservator of the Peace, providing a visible safety presence and supporting law enforcement functions as authorized. 

Main Duties:  

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

​​1. Coordinate Department Logistics- oversees day-to-day logistical operations to ensure personnel, equipment, and resources are effectively deployed. Supports mission readiness by monitoring inventory levels, forecasting needs, and facilitating timely distribution of supplies and materials.  
 2. Manage Uniforms and Equipment Procurement- Leads the selection, ordering, and distribution of uniforms and specialized public safety equipment. Ensures personnel receive properly fitted, compliant gear and maintains accurate accountability records.  
 3. Process Purchase Requisitions & Supply Orders- Prepares, submits, and tracks purchase requisitions for operational equipment and essential supplies. Ensures procurement activities meet departmental standards for timeliness, accuracy, and fiscal responsibility.  
 4. Coordinate Training Logistics- Organizes and supports all training activities by scheduling sessions, securing facilities, managing instructor coordination, and tracking completion. Ensures training operations run efficiently and support department readiness.  
5. Administer Key & Access Control Systems- Serves as the primary coordinator for department key control, including issuance, inventory, return tracking, and maintaining secure access protocols. Ensures all key-related systems meet security requirements.  
 6. Serve as an Armed Conservator of the Peace- Provides a professional, armed public safety presence while performing assigned duties. Exercises Conservator of the Peace authority as authorized, supporting safety operations, incident response, and enforcement functions when required.  
 7. Support Public Safety Event Logistics- Assists in planning and executing logistical operations for public safety coverage at events, including equipment staging, resource allocation, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders to ensure safe, well supported activities.  
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This is a non-exempt position, eligible to receive overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This position may be subject to overtime during high peak times, etc. as directed and approved by the supervisor. 

This job description reflects the general responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Duties and responsibilities may evolve over time based on operational needs. 

Required Education and Experience: 

​​•  High school diploma or GED required. 
•  Two (2) years of experience in one or more of the following areas: 
•            Logistics, supply, warehousing, or inventory management 
•            Public safety support (law enforcement, fire/EMS, security, emergency management) 
•            Procurement, equipment issuance, or asset tracking 
•  Experience working in fast paced operational environments or roles requiring careful accountability of equipment and resources. 
•  Ability to obtain and maintain required Conservator of the Peace status, including firearms qualification and any associated background checks. 
•  Strong competency in using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Teams, and SharePoint for coordination and recordkeeping. 
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Must possess a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record based on The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation’s criteria. 

• Must be able to provide a 5-year Motor Vehicle Record prior to employment 

• Must be at least 21 years of age 

• May not have more than 1 moving violation or at fault accident within 12 months 

• May not have more than 2 moving violations or at fault accidents within 36 months 

• May not have any serious motor vehicle violations including but not limited to excessive speeding, reckless driving, DUI/DWI, suspended or revoked license, etc. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

​​•  Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in public safety, emergency management, logistics, supply chain management, or a related field.  
•  Additional vocational or technical coursework in logistics, supply management, criminal justice, or emergency management  
•  Certified Conservator of the Peace or eligibility to obtain credentialing, where applicable.  
•  Experience in public safety, law enforcement, fire/EMS, military logistics, or emergency management support.  
•  Prior work managing uniforms, equipment, or operational supplies for a public safety organization.  
•  Experience supporting large-scale events or incident operations, especially with resource staging or deployment logistics.  
•  Familiarity with public sector procurement processes, vendor management, or purchase requisition systems.  
•  Proficiency with inventory management systems, asset tracking platforms, or logistics software.  
•  Experience with access control or key management systems.  
•  Ability to read and understand technical specifications for uniforms, safety gear, and equipment.  
•  Knowledge of public safety operational procedures, radio etiquette, chain of custody processes, and equipment standards.  
•  Strong ability to evaluate equipment needs and support readiness for personnel and events.  
•  Understanding of incident command concepts (ICS 100/200 preferred; ICS 300/400 a plus).  
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Key Skills / Competencies: 

​​• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and accountability. 
•  Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple logistical tasks, and support fast paced operational environments. 
•  Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with vendors, officers, event coordinators, and cross department teams. 
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Budgetary Responsibilities: ​​  

 Tracking budget of ​​$50,000.00- annual operating budget​ 

​​Physical and Environmental Demands: 

​​Stand: Constantly 
Walk: Constantly 
Sit: Constantly 
Use hands/fingers: Constantly 
Climb or Balance: Occasionally 
Stoop/kneel/crouch/crawl: Occasionally 
Reach with hands/arms: Occasionally 
Talk or Hear: Constantly 
Lifting up to 10 lbs: Frequently 
Lifting up to 25 lbs: Occasionally 
Lifting up to 50 lbs (with assistance): Occasionally 
Lifting up to 100 lbs (with assistance): Occasionally 
Wet/humid conditions: Occasionally 
Work near moving mechanical parts: Rarely 
Fumes/airborne particles: Rarely 
Extreme cold: Occasionally 
Extreme heat: Occasionally​ 

Typical Work Schedule: 

​​Full time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM with occasionally holidays and mandatory special events.​ 

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Salary : $50,000