Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title Communications Dispatch Officer Role Title Security Officer II Role Code 69112-SW FLSA Non-Exempt Pay Band 02 Position Number 29700157 Agency Germanna Community College Division Germanna Community College (Div) Work Location Spotsylvania – 177 Hiring Range $34,398-$42,725 Annually, plus full state benefits Emergency/Essential Personnel Yes EEO Category D-Protective Service Worker Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule
Shift work – 24 hour scheduling/essential personnel
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Germanna Community College is a public, open access institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System. The College is a dynamic learning organization that serves as a Germanna regional leader and preferred partner where quality learning experiences enable students to participate effectively in the social, economic, political, intellectual, and cultural life of their communities. Germanna Community College is centrally located in Fredericksburg, VA between Washington D.C. and Richmond and between the Blue Ridge mountains and the Chesapeake Bay. Full of history, the area offers a community rich with diversity, the arts, technology, vineyards, hiking, canoeing/kayaking, and many other activities.
Germanna Community College is currently seeking a Communications Dispatch Officer. The officer will provide emergency police communications to ensure the department’s public safety needs are met. This position is open to current Germanna employees only.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Coordinates flow of information for the police, security and facilities operations of the college
- Ensures compliance with CJIS Security Standards as well as FCC rules and regulations
- Completes reports in a clear, concise, timely manner
- Assists students, faculty, staff, and visitors by providing information regarding parking regulations, building, classroom and office location camps safety and security procedures
- Ensures all campus facilities and equipment are safe and secure
Employees must be able to work strategically with diverse colleagues, students, and community members with a commitment to diversity as a learning outcome to be culturally respectful, professionally competent, and civically responsible.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Germanna Community College. We recognize our responsibility to create, maintain, and nurture an academic and social environment that respects the diversity of people and ideas. We are committed to being an inclusive community that respects all cultures, experiences, and abilities and that prepares individuals to thrive in a global society. An EEO /AA Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Germanna is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
Germanna is a federal contractor requesting priority referrals of protected veterans for our job opportunities.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Johnathan Scheiterle by phone at 540-423-9056 or by email jscheiterle@germanna.edu.
If you would like to see a copy of our Affirmative Action Plan please contact Barbara Hall by phone at 540-834-1067 or by email bhall@germanna.edu.
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
- 21 years of age
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Possess a valid Virginia Driver’s License with clean driving history
- Successful completion of in-depth background investigation to include: reference checks, FBI fingerprint based criminal history check, degree validation, DMV (driving) record checks, license verification, drug screen, phycological and a medical examination
- Never have been convicted of a felony, misdemeanor for a crime of domestic violence or a crime involving moral turpitude
- Considerable working knowledge of public safety radio codes/procedures and voice communications systems
- Working knowledge of customer service practices and principles
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications to compile, tabulate and report information
- Knowledge of statute enforcement, safety and security concepts, principles, procedures and techniques
- Ability to function mentally and physically under stressful and/or crisis situations
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing, with a diverse population, to conduct preliminary investigations, gather information and write factual reports, and to explain and ensure compliance with policies, rules, and regulations
- Ability to obtain and maintain certification as a Campus Security Officer, emergency communications dispatcher and VCIN Level “A” terminal operator as mandated by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services ( DCJS ) and Virginia State Police
- Demonstrated skills in the use of public safety/security vehicles, communication equipment, alarm systems, and other types of safety and security equipment
- Demonstrated ability to follow and give oral and written instructions, to react appropriately in routine and emergency situations, to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with a diverse population, to gather information and write factual reports, and to explain and ensure compliance with policies, rules, and regulations
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement communications policies and procedures
- Ability to multi-task, utilizing the computer, radio and telephonic equipment simultaneously and be mentally and physically fit to perform job duties and able to comply with all college/department policies
Additional Considerations
- Emergency dispatching/Public Safety experience in a public service community policing oriented organization
- Public Safety experience in a college/university environment, and successful completion of Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services ( DCJS ) Basic Campus Security Officer training
- Basic skills in the operation of personal computers, VCIN / NCIC terminals, records management systems, radio equipment, public safety vehicles, various alarm systems, emergency alert systems and CCTV equipment
- Working knowledge of statute enforcement; safety and security concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques
Operation of a State Vehicle Yes Supervises Employees No Required Travel
May require travel to all campus locations
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number CLS_2350P Recruitment Type General Public – G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 07/27/2023 Job Close Date 08/01/2023 Open Until Filled Agency Website www.germanna.edu Contact Name Johnathan Scheiterle Email JScheiterle@germanna.edu Phone Number 540-423-9056 Special Instructions to Applicants
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability ( COD ) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx , or call DARS at 800- 552-5019.
Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer
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/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System, anEEOemployer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, theVCCSis committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
TheVCCSis anEOEand Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
E-Verify Statement
VCCSuses 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.