Security Officer
- Albemarle, NC
- $17.38 per hour
- Permanent
- Part-time
Role Title Security Officer I
Role Code 69111-SW
FLSA Nonexempt
Pay Band
Position Number 282W0007
Agency Piedmont Virginia Community College
Division Piedmont Virginia Community College (Div)
Work Location Albemarle - 003
Hiring Range $17.38 per hour
Emergency/Essential Personnel No
EEO Category H-Service/Maintenance
Full Time or Part Time Part 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 ScheduleThis is a part-time (maximum of 29 hours per week), on-campus position working day shift with no weekends.
Sensitive Position No
Job DescriptionPiedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is a nonresidential two-year institution of higher education that serves Central Virginia - principally residents of the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa and Nelson. Our scenic campus is located in Albemarle County, Virginia. We are one of 23 community colleges in Virginia that comprise the Virginia Community College System (VCCS).Duties and Responsibilities: Security Officer
- Monitor and make rounds to ensure safety and security of PVCC community members and facilities.
- Lock and unlock College buildings, doors, and classrooms
- Provide visitors and College community members with information and directions to campus buildings, classrooms, and off-campus areas.
- Notify campus police of suspicious persons, activities or safety hazards found during tour of duty
- Maintain accurate records and logs of activity
- Operate security & state vehicles
- Respond to complaints and make preliminary investigations
- Answer alarms and disturbances; contact police, fire, & rescue in case of an emergency and follow established College emergency procedures
- Patrol among visitors and College community members to preserve order and protect property
- Answer phones in a professional manner
- Patrol parking lots and issue warnings to persons with rule infractions or law violations, write tickets for parking violations
- Escort, via motor vehicle or golf cart, individuals to specified location or to provide personal protection
- Give limited aid when individuals are experiencing motor vehicle problems
- Monitor and check fire & safety devices.
- Officers must be accountable for their actions and dependable in their attendance and should demonstrate these characteristics through their dutiful attendance of all scheduled shifts and appointments
- Officers also must be available for contact during emergency situations
- Perform other duties as assigned
Special AssignmentsMay 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
- Excellent customer service, organizational, verbal, and written communications skills with keen attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to collaborate with team members and take directions from multiple individuals.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (MS Word or equivalent, Outlook, etc.)
- Have a valid driver's license and good driving history.
- Successfully pass a background review, including criminal history and driving history.
- Be able to obtain and maintain CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
- Have basic knowledge of campus environment and/or security industry, relevant laws, and safety and fire prevention.
- Prior experience in Criminal Justice or related field OR two years law enforcement experience
- Demonstrated strong student orientation and customer focus
- A strong service orientation and a demonstrated ability to work in a diverse, multicultural community, and excellent written and verbal skills.
Supervises Employees No
Required TravelLimitedPosting Detail InformationPosting Number WGE_2657P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date 07/31/2025
Job Close Date 09/08/2025
Open Until Filled
Agency Website pvcc.edu
Contact Name Human Resources
Email humanresources@pvcc.edu
Phone Number 434.961.6567
Special Instructions to ApplicantsApplication Package must include-
- Online Application
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Names, addresses, email and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references
Additional InformationPiedmont Virginia Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, disability, veteran status, sex, age or sexual orientation in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Human Resources Director, 501 College Dr., Main Building, Room M810, Charlottesville, VA 22902; 434.961.6567.We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides 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.
Background Check Statement DisclaimerThe 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:
EEO StatementThe 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 StatementThe 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 StatementVCCS 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.
Quicklink for PostingSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents * Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application