What are the responsibilities and job description for the PT Campus Safety Officer position at Southwest Virginia Community College?
Posting Summary
Working Title
PT Campus Safety Officer
Role Title
Security Officer I
Role Code
69111-SW
FLSA
Nonexempt
Pay Band
01
Position Number
294W0029
Agency
Southwest Virginia Community College
Division
Southwest Virginia Community College (Div)
Work Location
Tazewell - 185
Hiring Range
$15.00 per hour
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
N-No EEO-4 Reporting
Full Time or Part Time
Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No
Work Schedule
Up to 29 hours per week with average of 16 hours weekly. Schedule will vary.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial, and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, SWCC offers associate degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university. SWCC also has associate degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice.
Southwest Virginia Community College is seeking an individual for the role of part-time security officer for the Cedar Bluff campus.
The successful candidate will be able to foster trust within our diverse community and problem solve through collaboration.
Responsibilities will include:
Southwest Virginia Community College is seeking an individual for the role of part-time security officer for the Cedar Bluff campus.
The successful candidate will be able to foster trust within our diverse community and problem solve through collaboration.
Responsibilities will include:
- Observing and reporting any and all incidents while on campus
- Doing foot patrols in and around all buildings on campus
- Conducting professional interactions with the public
- Opening and securing buildings and classrooms
- Occasional deposit or mail pickup/delivery
- Basic upkeep of assigned equipment and tools
- Directing traffic
- Assisting students, faculty, and visitors with daily calls of service (keys locked in vehicle, boosting vehicle batteries, directions, etc.)
- Following instructions and directives from supervision
- Supporting special event needs
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
- Must be able to pass a drug screening
- Must be able to pass DCJS Security Officer Training (obtain certificate)
- Must be able to pass CPR training (obtain certificate)
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Cannot have criminal convictions excluding traffic offenses
- Must be physically fit enough to walk the campus, stairs, hallways, etc. and stand ,multiple hours in all types of weather
- Must possess Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
- Must have basic computer skills
- Must be available to work different shifts and weekends upon request
- Security work experience preferred
- Experience using radio communications equipment
- Ability to multitask
- Must maintain confidentiality, respond to internal and external requests for information and work with a diverse group of individuals
Additional Considerations
- Security work experience
- Experience using radio communications equipment
- Community college work experience
- Experience using PeopleSoft
Operation of a State Vehicle
Yes
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
Some travel may be required.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
WGE_3114P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
2
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
04/02/2026
Job Close Date
05/04/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Agency Website
Contact Name
HR
Email
hr@sw.edu
Phone Number
276-964-7333
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.
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