Part-Time Campus Police Officer

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title

Part-Time Campus Police Officer

Role Title

Security Officer II

Role Code

69112-SW

FLSA

Nonexempt

Pay Band

Position Number

288W0122

Agency

Wytheville Community College

Division

Wytheville Community College (Div)

Work Location

Wythe - 197

Hiring Range

Determined by education and experience

Emergency / Essential Personnel

EEO Category

D-Protective Service Worker

Full Time or Part Time

Part Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

To be determined by the needs of the Wytheville Community College Police Department.

Sensitive Position

Job Description

The mission of Wytheville Community College is dedicated to facilitating student success and fostering excellence through teaching while providing personal development, lifelong career growth, community leadership, economic advancement, and cultural enrichment for the citizens of the counties of Bland, Carroll, Grayson, Smyth, and Wythe and the city of Galax. To achieve this mission and to fulfill its role as an educational leader and partner, Wytheville Community College commits to a student-centered environment by : providing programs and courses in occupational-technical education, college transfer education, general education, developmental education, distance education, continuing education, and workforce development; utilizing a broad range of instructional technologies, methods, materials, and facilities that are designed to meet the diverse needs of students; offering a supportive, comprehensive program of student development services that contribute to student persistence, success, and citizenship; fueling regional and state economic development by forging partnerships with businesses, industries, public agencies, civic groups, public schools, and other institutions of higher education not only within the service region but throughout the Commonwealth; promoting Appalachian Culture and cultural opportunities of Southwest Virginia; promoting accessibility; promoting accessibility and affordability; and ensuring quality in all programs and services.

Wytheville Community College (WCC) is accepting applications for a part-time Campus Police Officer who will provide a secure learning environment for staff, faculty, students, and visitors of the college. The part-time campus police officer will enforce the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia. This position will be located at the Crossroads Institute in Galax, VA.

Job Responsibilities

Some of the job responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Foot patrol of the grounds and buildings for main campus and / or off-sites;
• Check doors and complete record of findings;
• Secure buildings and open doors as needed;
• Provide assistance to other departments within and without the college system;
• Answer phones and questions from visitors in a professional and courteous manner;
• Handle complaints using proper customer service methods;
• Act as a liaison to emergency responders in the event of an emergency;
• Complete required reports in a timely fashion ensuring the completeness;
• Participate in emergency drills;
• Evaluate the emergency drills process and provide feedback;
• Report building and grounds deficiencies to the Maintenance Department and ensure proper warning material is used and displayed properly;
• Display initiative and efficiency;
• Practice good team work inside the department;
• Practice regular and dependable attendance and punctuality;
• Use knowledge and reasoning skills to make sound decisions that enhance the mission of the department and college;

Obtain and maintain certification in Taser, First Aid, CPR, and AED; and

Complete all other training as required by the college and DCJS.

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

Must be able to successfully complete all trainings as required by the college; and

Must maintain certification in the use of the Taser.

Additional Considerations

Law Enforcement experience.

Operation of a State Vehicle

Supervises Employees

Required Travel

May be required to travel for training or to other Wytheville Community College offsite locations.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

WGE_2424P

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

02 / 26 / 2025

Job Close Date

03 / 31 / 2025

Open Until Filled

Agency Website

www.wcc.vccs.edu

Contact Name

Malinda Poole Eversole

Email

HR@wcc.vccs.edu

Phone Number

276-223-4700

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, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

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.

Quicklink for Posting

https : / / jobs.vccs.edu / postings / 82767