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Virginia Community College System

Campus Security Officer

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Posting Summary

Working Title

Role Title

Security Officer II

Role Code

69112-SW

FLSA

Nonexempt

Pay Band

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

Required Travel

Travel between campuses may be required

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

CLS_4401P

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

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.

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