Title: Senior Security Guard

VP Area: Student Affairs - UMW

Department: University Police/Public Safety

Campus Location: Main Campus

Advertised Range:

Job Summary/Basic Functions

• To assist in supporting the department’s police / public safety programs at all University of Mary Washington campus locations.
• To provide safety and security to students, faculty and staff in a professional, courteous manner through proactive foot and vehicle patrols, positive community engagement, and use of modern crime prevention techniques.
• To maintain order and uphold the image and respect of all university community members through enforcement of university policies and crime prevention practices.
• Position is required to work shift work (24 hour scheduling / Essential Personnel) and may be assigned to any of several university properties.
• Incumbent must be able to maintain quality customer service ability and effective interpersonal communication skills while utilizing conflict resolution methods.

Required Experience:

Previous experience in military service or law enforcement or campus security.

Additional Considerations:

Previous years of experience or training in public campus security and safety operations. First Aid, CPR and AED training certification.
Law Enforcement/Security experience in a public service community policing oriented organization preferred.
Have basic skills in the operation of personal computers, records management systems, and understanding of NIMS/ICS are preferred. Knowledge of police/security “best practices” and OSHA standards.

Enforcement/Security experience in a campus public safety or security department that practiced community policing oriented service.

Current Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Service (VA DCJS) certification as a Campus Security Officer.

The University of Mary Washington is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status. We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.