Security Officer (State Employees Only)

Title: Security Officer (State Employees Only)

State Role Title: Security Officer II

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience

Pay Band: 2

Agency: The Science Museum of Virginia

Location: Broad Street Station

Agency Website: https://smv.org/

Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E

Job Duties

The Science Museum of Virginia is seeking a dynamic and vigilant Security Officer to help us create unforgettable experiences for our guests. As part of our dedicated Security team, you'll play a key role in safeguarding our vibrant 18-acre campus from fascinating exhibits to spectacular events.

This isn't your typical security job! You'll patrol museum grounds, monitor surveillance systems, and enforce safety protocols all while being a welcoming face for visitors, assisting with events, coordinating with first responders, and handling vital logistics like packages and deposits. If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced, people-centered environment and takes pride in protecting both people and property, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and be a part of the team that keeps curiosity safe and thriving!

Interested candidates must apply at https://jobs.virginia.gov/. This posting is open to state employees of the Commonwealth of Virginia only.

Benefits

The position offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, HRA, HSA, life insurance, 457 and pension plan, short and long-term disability and employee assistance program. The Science Museum has a generous paid time off policy, including vacation leave, four days family & personal leave, eight sick days per year and 13 paid holidays.

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate will have security experience working in a multi-level, high-volume customer-focused venue. Qualified candidates will have strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to follow instructions and relay information clearly across multiple platforms and across all levels of the organization. Must be comfortable working with a diverse public in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Sufficient strength, agility and stamina to patrol the Museum's 18-acre campus on foot in all weather conditions. Must be able to stay calm under pressure, take initiative in resolving safety or security concerns, and effectively communicate with emergency services or Capitol Police. Must have a valid driver's license. Availability to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.

Additional Considerations

Considerable security experience, CPR certification, and prior work in a high-volume, customer-focused environment is a plus. VA DCJS 01-E certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire). Spanish fluency is a plus.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or resume is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The Science Museum of Virginia will accept ONLY online applications for all Science Museum employment opportunities. To be considered for this position, you must submit a Commonwealth of Virginia application or resume through the on-line "Virginia Jobs" (RMS) employment site no later than 11:55 p.m. on the closing date listed. If the position is an open until filled recruitment; the position will remain open for a minimum of 5 workdays or until the position is filled. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and additional qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application; therefore, it is essential to provide detailed information. Submitting an application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility. The RMS website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to your RMS account for the status of your application and this position. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days of the closing date. Computers are available for applying for jobs in public libraries and the Virginia Employment Commission offices.

The Science Museum seeks motivated people of all backgrounds. We value diversity of cultures, races and ethnicities, gender expressions, and abilities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer the Science Museum Welcomes Veterans to apply! We provide hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application or resume.

Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a criminal history background check. A record of criminal history does not automatically bar an applicant from consideration. Employment verification will be conducted to include current/previous supervisory employment reference checks.

The Science Museum will record information from each new employee's Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804.372.3766

Email: hr@smv.org

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.