SCOP Officer I (Part-time)

Virginia Information Technologies Agency • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is seeking a dedicated, civic-minded Special Conservator of the Peace (SCOP) Officer to join its Security Services Department. The officer helps ensure the safety and security of the museum, its employees, visitors, buildings, property, and art collections. SCOPs are armed and exercise general police powers.

The role involves patrolling museum property, enforcing rules, assisting visitors and staff, responding to emergencies, reporting hazards or suspicious activities, supporting investigations, securing evidence, and maintaining detailed records. Flexibility is essential: the position requires varied shifts, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Continued employment is contingent on completing entry-level SCOP training and firearms courses, 95 hours of field training, and acceptance and credentialing by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services as an Armed Special Conservator of the Peace.

Requirements

• Understand laws, regulations, and standards governing sworn, armed Special Conservators of the Peace and accident and claims investigation methods.
• Address public safety and security concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Provide emergency care to injured, ill, or otherwise distressed individuals.
• Exercise independent judgment and prepare thorough, effective reports.
• Communicate clearly in written and oral formats.
• Be able to sit, stand, and patrol the campus for extended periods, up to 12 hours.
• Be comfortable working in a diverse environment.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and the public.
• Have strong customer service skills.
• Be familiar with basic computer applications.
• Complete entry-level SCOP training and firearms courses after hire.
• Complete 95 hours of field training after hire.
• Obtain acceptance and credentialing by the State Department of Criminal Justice Services as an Armed Special Conservator of the Peace.
• Successfully complete a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge, skills, abilities, or competencies typically obtained through an academic curriculum or program in Criminal Justice, or equivalent practical experience.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification.
• Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) Security Officer certification.
• DCJS Alarm Respondent certification.

Responsibilities

• Patrol museum property and grounds.
• Enforce established rules and regulations.
• Help ensure the safety and security of the museum, employees, and visitors.
• Assist visitors and staff.
• Respond to emergency situations and provide emergency care to individuals who need assistance.
• Report hazards and suspicious activities.
• Support investigations, secure evidence, and maintain detailed records.
• Safeguard museum buildings, property, and art collections from potential threats.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed