Title: Security Officer - #BVI00260

State Role Title: Security Officer I

Hiring Range: Starting Salary $35,000 commensurate w/experience

Pay Band: 1

Agency: Dept for Blind/Vision Impaired

Location: Blind & Vision Impaired

Agency Website: https://www.dbvi.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Welcome to the Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired (DBVI's) primary focus is to assist blind Virginians in achieving quality employment outcomes. Vocational evaluation, job training, job development, placement, follow-up, and other services are provided to assist consumers in obtaining jobs in the public and private sectors.

Job Duties:

DBVI is seeking a Security Officer to exhibit high levels of alertness, engagement, and professionalism, while serving as a security officer on the Azalea Campus.

Purpose of the position:

• Maintains a safe and welcoming environment by monitoring and securing the premises, controlling access of visitors, staff, and vehicles, and ensuring professional security coverage.
• Provides support to Security Coordinator by conducting drills, completing safety inspections, and responding to security incidents. 
• Safeguards and protects people and property.

Minimum Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have:

Knowledge/Experience:

• Work experience in a security related field is required.
• Applicants must meet and maintain DCJS requirements.
• Possess and maintains a valid Virginia driver's license.
• Possess and maintain certification in First Aid and CPR or be able to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Possess OSHA 10 or 30 Certificate or be able to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Skills/Abilities:

• A demonstrated ability to be responsive, approachable, and provide courteous engagement. 
• The ability to maintain a calm, balanced perspective, and successfully complete duties in a stressful situation. 
• Must be comfortable working in a variety of environments including outdoors. 
• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills as well as the ability to accurately write reports. 
• Demonstrate procedure and provide directions. 
• The ability to appropriately apply safety principles, evaluate situations, and routinely make decisions under varying and often rapidly evolving situations.
• Knowledge of safety and security principles, practices, and equipment. 
• Ability to interpret and apply safety and security policy and regulations.
• Ability to work independently. 
• Knowledge of records management procedures sufficient to prepare and maintain accurate records for the purpose of mandated retention, investigations, evidence, confidentiality, and court testimony. 
• Ability to learn and effectively use security related software and equipment. 
• Must be able to cover various shifts when necessary.

Other duties and/or special projects as assigned.
Completes duties and/or projects as needed or directed by supervisor.

Additional Considerations

N/A

Special Instructions

• This has been designated a sensitive position under Va. Code § 2.2-1201.1.
• A fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required of the finalist candidate.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact re-cruitment@dars.virginia.gov for assistance.

Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply.

To Apply:

Equal Opportunity Employer State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s New Recruitment Management System. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. PageUp will provide you with 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.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Email: Recruitment@dars.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.