Title: Security Supervisor

State Role Title: 69114

Hiring Range: $68,971 - $81,147 (DOE)

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Northern VA Mental Health Inst

Agency Website: www.dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/nvmhi/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute has an exciting new opportunity. We are seeking an experienced Security Supervisor to provide supervision to our Day Shift Team.

The incumbent will organize and manage the security department day shift to ensure that the hospital is a safe and secure environment for clients, staff, and visitors. May provide coverage 24 hours daily via duty shifts. Provides first response to facility emergencies. Stabilize emergency scenes pending the arrival of law enforcement, fire/rescue, call back maintenance staff, and/or call in 24-hour vendors (alarm technicians, plumbers, etc.). Provide protection of property assets, fire prevention and performance of criminal pre-employment background checks. Member of NVMHI Safety Officer Network and Public Directors Team; Provides input into revising agency policies related to hazardous materials, waste management, fire prevention and interim life safety measures, safety management and security management planning.

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent.

Training related to protective services/security.

A valid driver’s license required.

Significant experience supervising and managing personnel, preferably in security setting experience; ability to train others.

Considerable knowledge of safety management, OSHA standards, building codes, state fire codes, regulatory agency standards and life safety codes and budgetary exp.

Comprehensive knowledge of security policies, procedures and guidelines.

Considerable experience as a security guard, police officer, or military police officer required.

Demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts satisfactorily within a potentially hostile environment, to conduct detailed security analyses and prescribe appropriate action to enhance security operations, to plan and manage the work of staff, to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Must be willing to work off-hours, weekends and holiday shifts; must be willing to be called out in emergency situations.

Ability to use Computerized equipment such as Microsoft products, computerized fingerprint equipment.

Additional Considerations

Prefer knowledge and experience with Evidence Based Practices.

Effective experience dealing with diverse populations or groups including mental health and intellectual disabilities preferred.

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.

NVMHI only accepts online applications via PAGEUP. Resumes and other documents may accompany the application but will not serve as a substitute for an application. Faxed, e-mailed or mailed applications will not be accepted. Please refer to your PAGEUP account for the status of your application and this position. This posting will remain open for a minimum of five (5) business days.

NVMHI offers a comprehensive benefit package to include your choice of four health insurance plans, paid life insurance and retirement plans, 12 paid holidays, annual and sick leave.

Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process: 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 Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx
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or call DARS at 800-552-5019.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact Human Resources at (HR Rep phone #) for assistance. Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY.

NVMHI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics or disability.
DBHDS is a healthcare organization and must comply with the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (federal CMS) guidance on Omnibus COVID-19 Health Care staff Vaccination Regulation which requires vaccination of all employees or an exemption. A job offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate meeting these guidelines as a condition of employment.

Contact Information

Name: Tina Bielonwu

Phone: (703) 323-2809

Email: tina.bielonwu@dbhds.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.