Security Officer

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
$25.00/hour base pay
United States, Virginia, Charlottesville
1215 Lee Street (Show on map)
Mar 28, 2025
The University of Virginia Police Department is seeking applicants for newly opened Security Officer positions. We are seeking applicants who want to serve the community and help keep the University and surrounding area safe. As a Security Officer at one of the nation's top public universities, you will be serving in a vibrant community with a variety of culture, recreation and entertainment opportunities - suitable for families and young professionals. UPD takes pride in being a leader in community-based, progressive approaches toward safety. The department supports its employees and encourages them to introduce creative and innovative ways to promote public safety, engage the community and be a leader on grounds. At UPD, Security Officers are un-armed, uniformed non-sworn employees who play an integral role in the overall safety and security at the University. To learn more about the UVA Security Department visit : https://uvapolice.virginia.edu/ Responsibilities and Duties of a Security Officer: Engage in community service through fair and impartial practices. Decisions and enforcement will not be predicated on race, gender, religion or sexual orientation. Patrol designated areas to identify, report, and, when reasonable and possible, resolve security issues on Grounds and at the Hospital. Report suspicious and criminal activities and activities requiring additional personnel to the appropriate police agency. Generate reports and conduct traffic control functions as needed. May assist law enforcement officers with securing crime scenes, provide security services for special assignments, such as sporting events and concerts. Operate under the supervision of a Security Sergeant and serve as additional eyes and ears to University police officers. Act as a campus security authority as defined by the federal Jeane Clery Disclosure Act. Act as a responsible employee under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which includes timely reporting of incidents of sexual harassment/misconduct. Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent Previous work experience in security or in a position dealing with the public. A demonstrated ability to be responsive, approachable, and provide courteous engagement with the community is essential. Strong oral and written communication skills as well as the ability to accurately write reports and testify in court. The ability to maintain a calm, balanced perspective, and successfully complete duties in a stressful situation is required, as is the ability to analyze situations and use good judgment. Applicants must be comfortable with working in a variety of environments including outdoors, in the hospital, and in other University facilities. Salary: $25.00/hour base pay $1.50 / hour for night shift $2.00 / hour for medical center assignments $5,000 bonus within the first year of employment For a full list of UVA's generous benefits package, please visit UVA Benefits. Candidates will be required to complete a background investigation, psychological evaluation, and drug screening prior to their first day of employment. TO APPLY: Please apply through Careers at UVA, and search for R00XXXXX. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching 'Find Jobs' or through their "Jobs Hub'. Applicants must complete an application online with the following documents: CV/Resume Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration. For questions about the application process, please contact Karon Harrington, Academic Recruiter, at fak3ph@virginia.edu. For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see Charlottesville & Beyond and Embark Central Virginia. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Security employees are subject to respond to all types of situations including but not limited to, manmade and natural disasters, fires, weather related emergencies, other emergencies including those of a violent nature. Typical daily physical demands include, but are not limited to, standing and sitting for extended periods of time, driving, lifting, traveling and the use of both hands. Physical demands for security employees can change significantly from one day to the next based on the needs for a particular assignment and can include any of the above including, but not limited to, bending, stooping, twisting, climbing ladders and stairs and heavy lifting. The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physicians Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experience. We are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.