Security Officer I - Fauquier

Working Title Security Officer I - Fauquier Role Title Security Officer I Role Code 69111-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 01 Position Number 298W0116 Agency Laurel Ridge Community College Division Laurel Ridge Community College (Div) Work Location Fauquier - 061 Hiring Range The hourly pay range for this position is $15.84 - $21.39, however, the actual rate will be commensurate with education and/or experience. Emergency/Essential Personnel Yes EEO Category 4-Protective Service Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work SchedulePrimarily evenings shifts with some daytime shifts, based on need. This is a part-time position that does not exceed 29 hours per week.Sensitive Position No Job DescriptionLaurel Ridge Community College Security Officers are responsible for safeguarding people, facilities, and assets while promoting a safe and secure campus atmosphere. This role supports daily operations and emergency response efforts and contributes to a positive educational environment that reflects and advances the college’s mission and values.Wage CompensationThe hourly pay range for this position is $15.84 – $21.39, however, the actual rate will be commensurate with education and/or experience. The position is part time and as such cannot exceed 29 hours per week and is not eligible for health or leave benefits. However, the position may offer educational benefits through our professional development and educational assistance policies.Click here to learn about Laurel Ridge Community College.Laurel Ridge Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Laurel Ridge will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application, interviewing, and selection process. Please email eeo@laurelridge.edu for further information.Sponsorship of an employee’s work authorization takes time and requires an ongoing financial investment. Therefore, Laurel Ridge Community College does not have funding to sponsor potential employees in the US on a work visa. We consistently follow this funding model to ensure our practices are not discriminatory. Exceptions would require approval from the college president.Laurel Ridge Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. While honoring bona fide occupational exceptions as needed, the college shall promote and maintain equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including lactation, age, status as a veteran, national origin, or other non-merit factors. The college also promotes a safe working environment and prohibits sexual misconduct, including sexual violence and harassment. Know your rights!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 QualificationsProven subject matter knowledge, which may be evidenced by training, experience, and/or credentials.Must be certified or willing to become certified as a Virginia DCJS Campus Security Officer within 120 days of hire.Must be able to function mentally and physically under stress and in emergency situations.Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.Must possess considerable knowledge of security services and safety concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques.Must possess considerable knowledge of customer service practices and principles.Must demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately handle agency issued weapons and qualify annually in the use of agency issued less-than-lethal weapons in accordance with the minimum standards established by DCJS and the department.Must demonstrate the ability to give clear oral and written instructions to elicit compliance with policies and regulations in both routine and emergency situations. Must be able to gather information and write factual reports.Must satisfactorily complete a criminal background investigation and demonstrate a history of ethical conduct.Must be able to testify truthfully and factually in legal hearings and court. Individuals with disqualifying criminal histories or prior terminations related to dishonesty, excessive force, or sexual misconduct are ineligible.Additional ConsiderationsPrior law enforcement experience.Prior campus security officer experience.Operation of a State Vehicle Yes Supervises Employees No Required TravelTravel as per any required duties of the position, such as to sites/campuses and any training. Ability to cover assignments throughout the college service region as necessary for the job is required.Posting Number WGE_3166P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 05/05/2026 Job Close Date 05/19/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website http://www.laurelridge.edu Contact Name Faith Gaile Email fgaile@laurelridge.edu Phone Number Special Instructions to ApplicantsCandidates interested in being considered for a posted position are required to submit an application to the posted position via the VCCS Career Portal. Upload cover letter (this is optional, but recommended) and resume (this is optional, but recommended) and unofficial transcripts (this is optional for all positions except faculty, clinical instructors and tutors). Reference checks, background screenings, and eVerify are required for all Laurel Ridge positions. Satisfactory reference, background screenings are a condition of employment.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: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155Additional Information 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: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/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 Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/95829