Eastern - ESS (VCU Residential Security-3rd Shift Only)

RMC Events•Richmond, VA

17d•Onsite

About The Position

To enhance safety & security at Virginia Commonwealth University, VCU Residential Life & Housing has partnered with RMC Events, Inc. The primary purpose of our Security Services Division is to provide high visibility and high proactive engagement with members of the community, to enhance overall safety & security. Unarmed Security Officers will personify the face of VCU upon entrance to their residence halls and will often be the first point of contact for students, faculty, visitors, and the public in and around the University. Staffing will include 12 unique residence hall positions, staffed on the overnight shift 7 days per week. Duties will primarily focus on access control, while providing excellent customer service skills to all members of the VCU community.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be a U.S. citizen or a foreign citizen authorized to legally work in the U.S.
Must submit to an extensive background check including criminal history (VA State Police & FBI fingerprints), personal & professional references, & employment and education verifications.
Successfully complete the initial application process and required DCJS training course, provided by RMC Events.
Ability to interact cordially and communicate with a diverse community.
Ability to assess and react to all situations to include emergencies quickly, accurately, and effectively.
Must maintain a neat, clean, & well-groomed appearance.
Must be able to work a permanent schedule with abundant overtime opportunities.
All employees are required to possess a fundamental proficiency in technology, such as using email, navigating scheduling software, and effectively utilizing tools like Zoom and MS Teams.
Ability to operate a portable radio and provide clear transmissions in English.
Effective oral and written communication skills in English.
Must have reliable transportation and always be punctual for assigned shifts.
Ability to convey information clearly and effectively.
Ability to see and respond to dangerous/urgent situations, and report important visual details to management/police/first responders.
Must be able to work in all-weather environments.

Nice To Haves

DCJS (Department of Criminal Justice Services) Licensed 11-3291 & 88-1317

Responsibilities

Provide high visibility and proactive engagement with the community to enhance overall safety and security.
Act as the first point of contact for students, faculty, visitors, and the public in and around the University's residence halls.
Perform access control duties.
Provide excellent customer service skills to all members of the VCU community.
Operate a portable radio and provide clear transmissions in English.
Accurately follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) & Post Orders.
Maintain a neat, clean, & well-groomed appearance.
Assess and react to all situations, including emergencies, quickly, accurately, and effectively.