Security Guard Job at Virginia's Community College System in Richmond

Overview

Mountain Gateway Community College (MGCC) is a two-year public institution of higher education and one of 23 community colleges in Virginia. The college is supported by the Commonwealth of Virginia; the counties of Alleghany, Bath, Botetourt (northern portion) and Rockbridge; the cities of Buena Vista, Covington, and Lexington; and the town of Clifton Forge. MGCC provides opportunities for the extension of knowledge, skills and personal enrichment in an environment that maintains high academic standards and respect for each individual. The college strives to keep programs and services financially and geographically accessible for all students. Credit and non-credit courses are offered to meet life-long learning needs. On-site and distance learning options incorporate up-to-date technologies.

MGCC seeks a dedicated and responsible individual to join our team as a Part-Time Security Officer. We want to hear from you if you’re dependable, vigilant, and enjoy working in a dynamic campus setting!

What You’ll Do

• Maintain the safety and security of all college buildings and grounds
• Open and lock facilities, perform routine security patrols inside and outside campus buildings
• Monitor campus activities to ensure a secure environment
• Respond promptly to any suspicious persons or events
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and visitors
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support campus safety

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

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional in all situations
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and nights

Additional Considerations

Basic knowledge of campus environment and/or security industry

Operation of a State Vehicle: No

Supervises Employees: Yes

Required Travel: TBD

Administrative Details

Posting Number WGE_2707P

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Number of Vacancies: 1

Job Open Date: 08/19/2025

Job Close Date: 08/31/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Agency Website: www.mgcc.edu

Application & Inclusion

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

Background Check & Compliance

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/

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility Statements

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.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA and ADAAA) to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

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/87987