What are the responsibilities and job description for the Campus Security Officer position at Germanna Community College?
Posting Summary
Working Title
Campus Security Officer
Role Title
Security Officer II
Role Code
69112-SW
FLSA
Nonexempt
Pay Band
02
Position Number
29700103
Agency
Germanna Community College
Division
Germanna Community College (Div)
Work Location
Orange - 137
Hiring Range
$41,728-$50,738; plus full state benefits
Emergency/Essential Personnel
Yes
EEO Category
4-Protective Service
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Please Note: This position is required to work shift work (24-hour scheduling/essential personnel) and may be assigned to any of the college locations; work weekends, nights to include overnight and holidays.
Sensitive Position
Yes
Job Description
Germanna Community College is a public, open access institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System. The College is a dynamic learning organization that serves as a Germanna regional leader and preferred partner where quality learning experiences enable students to participate effectively in the social, economic, political, intellectual, and cultural life of their communities. Germanna Community College is centrally located in Fredericksburg, VA between Washington D.C. and Richmond and between the Blue Ridge mountains and the Chesapeake Bay. Full of history, the area offers a community rich with diversity, the arts, technology, vineyards, hiking, canoeing/kayaking, and many other activities.
Germanna Community College is currently seeking two full-time Campus Security Officers. A Campus Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for customers and employees by patrolling and monitoring premises and personnel.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Provides foot patrol and vehicle patrol of all college grounds and buildings.
- Responds to emergency situations and notifies public safety authorities/leadership.
- Documents information/patrol activity, conducts preliminary investigations of incident, complete factual written reports and provide factual testimony in court if needed.
- Works closely with the internal and external departments regarding any student or employee issues and provides student and employee public safety escorts and assist various motorists on college property.
- Monitors CCTV and alarm systems and respond to alerts.
- Serves as crowd/traffic control at special events or during emergencies.
- Maintains security controls for college keys; safeguards and controls issued college equipment.
- Checks for irregularities, such as security breaches, facility and safety hazards, and emergency situations.
- Remains alert for the presence of unauthorized persons and/or public safety violators, approaches suspicious persons and/or notifies law enforcement as appropriate.
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
- 18 years of age.
- Valid Virginia driver’s License with clean driving history.
- Successful completion of in-depth background investigation to include: reference checks, FBI fingerprint based criminal history check, degree validation, DMV (driving) record checks, license verification, drug screen, phycological and a medical examination.
- Ability to remain calm and professional under stressful or emergency situations.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Public safety/security related experience and/or training.
- Ability to work with others in a customer service team-oriented atmosphere.
- Ability to read and understand college/department rules, regulations, policies and specific general orders and ability to follow and/or implement public safety/security policies and procedures.
- Unquestionable honesty and integrity.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity.
- Problem solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to follow and give oral/written instructions, to react professionally in routine and emergency situations, to testify in court, conduct preliminary. investigations, gather information and write factual reports, and to explain and ensure compliance with policies, rules, and regulations.
- Demonstrated skills in the use of public safety/security vehicles, communication equipment, alarm systems, and other types of public safety/security equipment.
- Ability to obtain and maintain certification as a campus security officer as mandated by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) and if required, ability to obtain and maintain certification as a VCIN terminal operator as mandated by the Virginia State Police.
- Ability to successfully complete and maintain required departmental training certifications (e.g. Clery, First Aid, CPR, AED, Bloodborne Pathogens, REVIVE, Mental Health Response Awareness, Public Safety Communications, CIT, Trauma Informed Response, etc.).
Additional Considerations
- Current DCJS Certified Campus Security Officer.
- Demonstrated basic skills in the operation of personal computers, records management systems, and understanding of NIMS/ICS.
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification.
- NIMS/ICS 100c and 200 Certification.
- Experience with or willingness to learn AI tools.
Operation of a State Vehicle
Yes
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
Travel between campuses may be required
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
CLS_4401P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
2
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
04/07/2026
Job Close Date
04/20/2026
Open Until Filled
Agency Website
Contact Name
Joshua Cave
Email
jcave@germanna.edu
Phone Number
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:
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.