Security Officer - Part-Time

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Fairfax County, Virginia, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Part-Time Overnight Security Officer protects hospital-controlled property and equipment and helps provide a safe and secure environment at Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute. The position patrols facility grounds and buildings, addresses safety issues, responds to behavioral emergencies and alarms, escorts individuals served on Special Hospitalizations, and patrols nursing units every 15 minutes. Additional duties include electronic fingerprinting, checking that equipment temperatures are functioning properly, supporting emergency management programs, transporting individuals, and providing switchboard and reception support. The officer may perform other duties as assigned and must be able to work mandatory overtime as needed. The overnight shift runs from 11:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. and includes a shift differential. The stated hiring range is $26.51 per hour.

Requirements

Experience in a security or safety position.
Current state motor vehicle operator’s license.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Knowledge of Virginia state codes, laws, and regulations.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to write reports.
Ability to use Microsoft products.
Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to work mandatory overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

Computer skills with Microsoft products.
Report-writing experience.
Experience with a mental health population.

Responsibilities

Protect hospital-controlled properties and equipment and help maintain a safe and secure environment.
Patrol facility grounds and buildings, ensuring areas are secure and safety issues are addressed.
Respond to behavioral emergencies and alarms.
Escort individuals served on Special Hospitalizations.
Patrol nursing units every 15 minutes.
Process electronic fingerprinting.
Ensure equipment temperatures are functioning properly.
Support emergency management programs.
Transport individuals.
Provide support to the switchboard and reception.
Work mandatory overtime as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.