Safety & Security Officer (00029)

Title: Safety & Security Officer (00029)

State Role Title: Security Officer I

Hiring Range: $16.00/hr

Pay Band: 1

Agency: New College Institute

Location:New College Institute

Agency Website:https://newcollegeinstitute.org

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

New College Institute is a premier center of learning that provides access to academic degrees, credentials and professional learning experiences in high quality learning environments.

An exciting employment opportunity is available for an experienced safety and security officer. The opportunity is located at New College Institutes in Martinsville, Virginia.

Job Summary/Objectives: The wage part-time Safety and Security Officer position maintains security of New College Institute facilities, assists staff, students, and visitors. The Safety and Security Officer will perform daily security patrols; investigate and prepare reports on all incidents (injuries, fire alarms, complaints); monitor surveillance equipment; properly inspect entrances and access points; provide exemplary customer service as a representative of New College Institute; and enforce all regulations and policies of NCI. This position is considered part-time with no benefits and not to exceed an average of 29 hours per week.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience demonstrating the ability to protect and maintain a safe environment for a business organization.
• Experience demonstrating the ability to relate and interact with diverse populations.
• Ability to make quick judgement calls, resolve conflicts and solve problems in various situations.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must possess or maintain a security certification provided by the Department of Criminal Justice Services or be able to secure certification within 12 months of post hire date.

Additional Considerations

Considerable experience providing security services for a business organization or for a campus environment. CPR & First-Aid Certification desirable.

Special Instructions

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

Special Requirements: Applicants must be 18 years or older and must be able to pass a drug and criminal history check, if required. Must be available to work evenings and weekends from Monday thru Saturday. Must possess the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., for short periods, bend, stoop, and stand or walk for extended periods of time and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity.

Candidates MUST apply online at Home (virginia.gov) . State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 pm on the closing date through the Recruitment Management System (RMS). Applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered. Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the State applications and or in resumes. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided in the application, resume, or other relevant documents provided; therefore, it is essential for applicants to supply detailed information. Submitting an incomplete state application/resume, or a state application/resume lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility. Thiswebsite will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your RMS Account to check the status of your application for this position.

NCI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and conducts all aspects of human resource management without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, political affiliation, genetics, disability, or any other non-job characteristics, according to state and federal law and policy. Veterans or disabled veterans will receive extra consideration.

Contact Information

Name: Taris Harmon

Phone: 804-225-2532

Email: taris.harmon@dhrm.virginia.gov

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.