Senior Security Officer (Main Campus) 00682-Filling More than One Position)

Security Officer III

00682

Non Exempt

3

Full Time

General Public

Yes

This position is a sensitive position and requires that finalist applicants undergo a fingerprint-based criminal history check.

Yes

This position is designated as a “responsible employee” who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.

This position is a “designated position” meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.

No

No

The University Police Department’s mission is to patrol the University properties helping to assure the safety and well being of students, faculty, staff and visitors to the campus by using the philosophy of community policing. The Department’s mission will be achieved through a proactive, community service approach to problem resolution and by offering crime prevention programs on safety, self-protection, substance abuse, sexual assault, and protection of personal belongings. This mission will be the charge of every employee of this Department.
The Security Section within the CNU Police Department is responsible for the safety and security of the faculty, staff, students, guests and the property of the Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University.

The purpose of this position is to provide oversight to the University Police Department by providing physical security for designated locations and events as well as to train, oversee other security officers for the protection of life and property and to ensure that policies and programs are carried out by the operating staff.
This position will assist the designated manager/supervisor for the Security Section, designated by the Chief of Police, providing direct oversight for the Security Section.

Required:The ability to flex to other departments on campus as business need dictates
Basic knowledge of general office practices, procedures and equipmentGood interpersonal communication and public contact skillsExcellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to work rotating shifts to include nights, weekends and holidays on an alternative work scheduleAbility to successfully pass a thorough background investigation to determine suitability to work with restricted law enforcement informationAbility to successfully complete the Department of Criminal Justice Services Campus Security Officer certification
Ability to work under pressure in response to emergency situationsAbility to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and the publicAbility to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneouslyAbility to independently evaluate critical situations and make decisions consistent with the mission and function of the CNU Police DepartmentAbility to maintain strict confidentialityAbility to understand the CNU Police Department rules and regulations and to create and enforce policies as requiredAbility to work under adverse weather conditions, stand, walk, climb, carry and lift for extended periods of time
Responsible for the shift schedule of the Security Section
Operate equipment to include a police radio, golf cart, or other equipment whenever assignedAbility to be certified as a Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services Crime Prevention Specialist for the purposes of performing physical security reviews, security recommendations and protocol enhancementSupport the mission of the Christopher Newport University Police Department as required by the Chief of Police

Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent. Valid driver’s license.

Education Preferred: Associate’s degree.
Experience Preferred: Significant experience in a security setting at an institution of higher education.
Current certification as a Department of Criminal Justice Services Campus Security Officer.

Starting at $32,500, Commensurate with Education and Experience

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Per the Governor’s order, as a state employee, you would be required to disclose vaccine status. If you are fully vaccinated, you must provide documents confirming this status. The Governor requires that all employees who are unvaccinated, or not yet fully vaccinated to be tested weekly until they are fully vaccinated. This is a condition of employment.

This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period;

This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and CNU employee benefits;

Selected candidate must attend 3-day New Employee Orientation Program.

Selected candidate must have the ability to work rotating shifts to include nights, weekends and holidays on an alternative work schedule;

Selected candidate must have the ability to successfully pass a thorough background investigation to determine suitability to work with restricted law enforcement information;

Selected candidate must have the ability to successfully complete the Department of Criminal Justice Services Campus Security Officer certification;

Selected candidate must have the ability to be certified as a Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services Crime Prevention Specialist for the purposes of performing physical security reviews, security recommendations and protocol enhancement.

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09/29/2021

No

Please Note: Applications for this position require a resume and cover letter to be attached in order to be considered.

Please Note: “See resume” is not acceptable for all police department positions.

This is a Continuous Recruitment for multiple positions. Review of applications will begin immediately. Applicants will be notified when their application is no longer active. Continuous Recruitment may be closed at any time.

Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.
CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources. Address: CNU North – 301 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission. Address: 600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm).
Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) as issued under Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of Virginia Employees Only), must attach these forms with their application, in order to receive credit.
Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.
CNU, an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), is fully committed to access and opportunity.

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