Job Description

Posting Summary

Working Title Security Officer Role Title Security Officer I Role Code 69111-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 01 Position Number 285W0356 Agency Patrick & Henry Community College Division Patrick & Henry Community College (Div) Work Location Martinsville - 690 Hiring Range $15-$20; final compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications Emergency/Essential Personnel No 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? No Work Schedule

Expect evening hours. Schedule may fluctuate based on college class needs.

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Patrick & Henry Community College is a comprehensive two-year institution committed to student success, lifelong learning, and enrichment of the quality of life in the region it serves. Serving Martinsville, Henry County, Patrick County, and the southern portion of Franklin County, P&HCC is a comprehensive open-door institution, accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree. Patrick & Henry offers 29 associate degree programs, 12 certificate programs and 38 career studies certificate programs. The college also delivers a variety of nontraditional programs such as customized workforce development training, industry-recognized certifications, developmental and transitional programs, and courses for personal enrichment.

Organizational Objectives:

P&HCC staff members work with a student population that reflects the population of Virginia. This work stands to ensure the economic mobility of all people in our service region. Knowledge and understanding of specific needs of all students and a commitment to helping each attain educational success are critical responsibilities of our institution. P&HCC continuously strives to provide students and staff with a positive environment that is welcoming and encourages connectivity through intentional behaviors that influence our campus culture and eliminates barriers to student success. Caring Campus is a collective effort to make students and employees feel welcome and connected to our college by instilling uplifting behaviors such as wearing name tags, warmly connecting students to necessary personnel, and openly engaging with students.

Position Summary:

Perform security and maintenance related tasks to ensure a safe and secure campus environment. Work requires considerable walking to complete patrols. Must adhere to and not deviate from the work schedule unless cleared by the Chief of Police or the Facilities Director.

Job Duties:

• Ensure campus security and safety and provides an official presence.
• Makes periodic security checks for illegal entry, damage/loss, fire, and proper functioning of utilities and equipment.
• Provides extra patrols both on foot and in the Security Vehicle and does extra searches with the camera system. Increases patrols when a possible trouble spot has been identified.
• Is courteous in dealing with students, college personal and visiting public.
• Complete written reports of routine and unusual events.
• Ensure doors are locked and unlocked according to established schedules.
• Control and monitor visitors and crowds to prevent acts of vandalism, theft, and misconduct.
• Inspect premises for unauthorized persons, safety and fire hazards, and unsafe conditions.
• Request assistance when needed and report emergency conditions and situations to appropriate authorities.
• Answer questions, give directions and explain rules and regulations to students, staff and visitors as needed.
• Ticket improperly parked vehicles and investigate accidents on campus.
• Monitor building climate control systems and lighting equipment for proper operation. Perform minor maintenance on equipment, buildings, and vehicles.
• Deliver bank deposits, pick up supplies, and perform other errands as needed. Sort mail and place in college staff mailboxes. Prepare outgoing mail and packages for daily pick-up.
• Takes care of scheduling college vehicles for maintenance and sees that all college vehicles are in good working condition.
• Take care of the mail in between the college satellite locations in Martinsville in a timely manner. Log the incoming and outgoing mail, UPS, and Fed-ex during duty hours.
• Work with the Police Chief on planning and complying with Va. State requirements to keep Stone Hall ready to be active as a state shelter.
• Complete all required training for the year to include Sexual Misconduct, Victim Rights, Community resources and complaint training.

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

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education, training, and/or work experience equivalent to a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Basic knowledge of PC skills, email, and record keeping
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Virginia driver’s license, as well as basic first aid, adult and child CPR/AED.

KSA’s and or Competencies required to successfully perform the work

• Ability to exercise discretion in the use of authority.
• Strong interpersonal skills. Communicates effectively orally and in writing; works with individuals of diverse backgrounds; and establishes positive working relationships with external and internal constituents.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and procedures.
• Ability to use fair and reasonable judgment in decision making. Ability to act/react calmly and appropriately in emergency situations.
• Ability to work varied rotating shifts while carrying equipment and performing foot and vehicle patrols.
• Available to work evening hours

Additional Considerations Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

None

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number WGE_3443P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 09/10/2026 Job Close Date 09/24/2026 Open Until Filled No Agency Website www.patrickhenry.edu Contact Name Kierra Stockton Email kdd2929@email.vccs.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: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

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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