Senior Security Officer 00674 (Filling more than one position)

Security Officer III

00674

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 world class physical security services for designated locations and events, that include but not limited to the Mary M. Torggler Fine Arts Center, as well as all university owned property. This position is an “observe and report position” that will assist the police department by reporting suspicious and criminal activity, to aid and protecting life and property and ensure a safe and secure business and educational environment.

Required:

Ability to flex to other departments on campus as business need dictates

Basic knowledge of general office practices, procedures and equipment

Must be dependable, and maintain a professional appearance

Excellent interpersonal communication and public contact skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people in a variety of situations essential

Ability to work rotating shifts to include nights, weekends and holidays on an alternative work schedule

Ability to successfully pass a thorough background investigation to determine suitability to work with restricted law enforcement information

Ability to successfully complete the Department of Criminal Justice Services Campus Security Officer certification

Ability to successfully complete the Department of Criminal Justice Services Campus Security Officer Instructor certification

Ability to work under pressure in response to emergency situations

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and the public

Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Ability to independently evaluate critical situations and make decisions consistent with the mission and function of the CNU Police Department

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

Education Required:
High school diploma or equivalent.

Valid driver’s license.

Education Preferred:
Associate’s degree.

Current certification as a Department of Criminal Justice Services Campus Security Officer.

Current certification as a Department of Criminal Justice Services Campus Security Officer Instructor.

Experience Preferred:
Experience in a security setting at an institution of higher education.

Prior experience using two-way radios and working with alarm systems.

Experience working in a security setting.

Starting at $32,900, Commensurate with Education and Experience

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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 2-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 successfully complete the Department of Criminal Justice Services Campus Security Officer Instructor certification.

PS796P

11/18/2022

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.

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, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

CNU, an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), is fully committed to access and opportunity.

https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/14879

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