Job Details
Security Screener (State)
2026-02-23 City of Virginia Beach Virginia Beach,VA
Description:
Must be able to stand for long periods, bend, squat, and lift up to 15 pounds. Positions typically involve sedentary work that requires walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 15 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis to lift, push, pull, or otherwise move objects; and involve routine keyboard operations.
Minimum Qualifications
High school or GED; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Individual must be able to understand and follow oral and written directions. Individual must communicate clearly and courteously. Must have, or obtain, a current and valid Virginia or North Carolina driver's license in accordance with Virginia of North Carolina DMV driver's license eligibility requirements.
Special Requirements
All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Must be available to work overtime when required to meet operational needs. Successful completion of application, oral interview, of a police background investigation, including polygraph examination.
Knowledge-Skills-Abilities Required to Perform Satisfactorily
A. Knowledge
1. Knowledge of the departmental operation procedures, policies, rules and regulations.
2. Knowledge of computer terminal operations.
3. Knowledge of security procedures.
4. Knowledge of office terminology, procedures and equipment.
B. Skills
1. Skill in effective oral, written communication and customer service skills
2. Skill in operating standard office equipment and machinery, as well as standard software applications.
3. Skill in dealing with the public under a variety of conditions and in defusing potentially violent or emotional situations.
C. Abilities
1. Ability to recognize security risks and react in a timely manner in normal and emergency situations.
2. Ability to learn the operation of computerized control systems.
3. Ability to maintain a calm demeanor under stressful circumstances.
4. Ability to communicate effectively on the radio and telephone during normal and emergency situations.
5. Ability to perform tasks requiring incumbent to sit or stand for extended periods of time throughout the workday.
6. Ability to hear at a conversational level.
7. Ability to comprehend and follow oral and written instructions.
8. Ability to effectively communicate with other city employees, customers, and the general public both orally and in writing.
9. Ability to maintain an appropriate work pace, focus on routine tasks without distraction and complete assigned task within expected time frame.
10. Ability to perform routine tasks that vary little from day to day.
11. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with merchants, the public, supervisor, and co-workers.
12. Ability to carry out procedures or decisions requiring little independent judgment.
13. Ability to remember basic procedures or steps and recall them to carry out routine tasks.
14. Ability to adjust routine procedures to accommodate simple challenges.
15. Ability to adjust to typical work stressors (deadlines, disagreeable contacts, etc.).
Mental Requirements
Mental refers to the degree that the job involves cognitive activities, and use of mental processes. Perform clerical, manual, and technical tasks requiring a wide range of procedures and may require intensive understanding of a restricted field or complete familiarity with the functions of a unit or small division of an operating agency; requires normal attention with short periods of concentration for accurate results or occasional exposure to unusual pressure.
Environmental Conditions
Environmental refers to job conditions inherent to the job setting, including those that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
This job typically involves a risk of limited to no exposure to any environmental hazards.
Sensory Requirements
Sensory refers to hearing, sight, touch, taste, and smell required by the job. The job requires normal visual acuity, and field of vision, hearing and speaking.
Working Conditions
The below stated working conditions are intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of positions in the noted job title.
Note: Per SOP 03-09-01 Americans with Disabilities, the Sheriff's Office follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment. The Sheriff's Office shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The Sheriff's Office shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or appointee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the Sheriff's Office business.
Other:
Applicants must successfully complete each component of the process before moving to the next step. The selection process includes the following components: Completion of application, oral interview, polygraph examination, and background investigation.
"The Virginia Beach Sheriff's Office is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status."
Official City Job Description:
There is no official City job description for this position.
Working Conditions:
There is no working conditions statement for this position.
Minimum Requirements:
There is no official City job description for this position.
Additional Requirements:
DMV Transcript: Not Required
CDL: Not Required
DOT History: Not Required
CPS Check: Not Required
Physical: Not Required
Respirator: Not Required
Polygraph Review: Required
Psychological Screening: Not Required
Attachments Required:
Preferences:
Special Instructions:
Please provide a copy of any certifications or related professional licenses.
If selected for this position, you will be required to submit official transcripts from all accredited colleges or universities listed on your application.
Forward your *OFFICIAL* transcripts from your accredited colleges or universities to:
Virginia Beach Sheriff's Office
Human Resources
2501 James Madison Blvd.
Municipal Center, Building 7
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Business Hours
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
*All higher education institutions must be accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education.
VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.
PLEASE NOTE: Complete your application on the City of Virginia Beach website
Contact the Sheriff's Human Resources Office at ...@vbso.net or 385-8808 for additional information.
VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.
Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.
Requisition ID:
48451
Work Location:
Sheriffs Office - Municipal Center
Pay Range:
H.8009, $16.00 - $28.23
Starting Salary:
Minimum of the Pay Range
Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 3:30pm (with 1/2 hour lunch)
Part Time Hours/Wk:
Job Open Date:
Application Deadline:
Job Duties:
Department:Virginia Beach Sheriff's OfficeJob Title:Part Time Security Screener (Master Control/Visitation/Lobby)Salary:$16.00 per hourJob Type:Part Time ACA EligibleWork Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 3:30 pm (with 1/2 hour lunch)
Class Summary
Assist in providing security for the corrections building; and does related work as required.
Nature of Work
Individual will be responsible for data entry, scheduling visits, checking visitors in and out of the jail, acting as a receptionist answering phone and directing callers to the correct agency/person or answering their questions, working extensively with the public by telephone and/or face to face; must be able to work independently. Individual will be responsible for maintaining computerized informational databases and related work as required. Performs routine inspections of all persons and packages entering the Corrections building. Remains alert to potential incidents in public hallways, notifies supervisors or deputies when necessary.
- Operate standard office machines and equipment.
- Perform general clerical and office duties as assigned.
- Perform other job duties requiring skills, knowledge and physical requirements as demanded by those duties described or less. Individual assignments will be determined by the supervisor based on the current workloads and department needs.
Must be able to stand for long periods, bend, squat, and lift up to 15 pounds. Positions typically involve sedentary work that requires walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 15 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis to lift, push, pull, or otherwise move objects; and involve routine keyboard operations.
Minimum Qualifications
High school or GED; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Individual must be able to understand and follow oral and written directions. Individual must communicate clearly and courteously. Must have, or obtain, a current and valid Virginia or North Carolina driver's license in accordance with Virginia of North Carolina DMV driver's license eligibility requirements.
Special Requirements
All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Must be available to work overtime when required to meet operational needs. Successful completion of application, oral interview, of a police background investigation, including polygraph examination.
Knowledge-Skills-Abilities Required to Perform Satisfactorily
A. Knowledge
1. Knowledge of the departmental operation procedures, policies, rules and regulations.
2. Knowledge of computer terminal operations.
3. Knowledge of security procedures.
4. Knowledge of office terminology, procedures and equipment.
B. Skills
1. Skill in effective oral, written communication and customer service skills
2. Skill in operating standard office equipment and machinery, as well as standard software applications.
3. Skill in dealing with the public under a variety of conditions and in defusing potentially violent or emotional situations.
C. Abilities
1. Ability to recognize security risks and react in a timely manner in normal and emergency situations.
2. Ability to learn the operation of computerized control systems.
3. Ability to maintain a calm demeanor under stressful circumstances.
4. Ability to communicate effectively on the radio and telephone during normal and emergency situations.
5. Ability to perform tasks requiring incumbent to sit or stand for extended periods of time throughout the workday.
6. Ability to hear at a conversational level.
7. Ability to comprehend and follow oral and written instructions.
8. Ability to effectively communicate with other city employees, customers, and the general public both orally and in writing.
9. Ability to maintain an appropriate work pace, focus on routine tasks without distraction and complete assigned task within expected time frame.
10. Ability to perform routine tasks that vary little from day to day.
11. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with merchants, the public, supervisor, and co-workers.
12. Ability to carry out procedures or decisions requiring little independent judgment.
13. Ability to remember basic procedures or steps and recall them to carry out routine tasks.
14. Ability to adjust routine procedures to accommodate simple challenges.
15. Ability to adjust to typical work stressors (deadlines, disagreeable contacts, etc.).
Mental Requirements
Mental refers to the degree that the job involves cognitive activities, and use of mental processes. Perform clerical, manual, and technical tasks requiring a wide range of procedures and may require intensive understanding of a restricted field or complete familiarity with the functions of a unit or small division of an operating agency; requires normal attention with short periods of concentration for accurate results or occasional exposure to unusual pressure.
Environmental Conditions
Environmental refers to job conditions inherent to the job setting, including those that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
This job typically involves a risk of limited to no exposure to any environmental hazards.
Sensory Requirements
Sensory refers to hearing, sight, touch, taste, and smell required by the job. The job requires normal visual acuity, and field of vision, hearing and speaking.
Working Conditions
The below stated working conditions are intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of positions in the noted job title.
Note: Per SOP 03-09-01 Americans with Disabilities, the Sheriff's Office follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment. The Sheriff's Office shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The Sheriff's Office shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or appointee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the Sheriff's Office business.
Other:
Applicants must successfully complete each component of the process before moving to the next step. The selection process includes the following components: Completion of application, oral interview, polygraph examination, and background investigation.
"The Virginia Beach Sheriff's Office is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status."
Official City Job Description:
There is no official City job description for this position.
Working Conditions:
There is no working conditions statement for this position.
Minimum Requirements:
There is no official City job description for this position.
Additional Requirements:
DMV Transcript: Not Required
CDL: Not Required
DOT History: Not Required
CPS Check: Not Required
Physical: Not Required
Respirator: Not Required
Polygraph Review: Required
Psychological Screening: Not Required
Attachments Required:
Preferences:
Special Instructions:
Please provide a copy of any certifications or related professional licenses.
If selected for this position, you will be required to submit official transcripts from all accredited colleges or universities listed on your application.
Forward your *OFFICIAL* transcripts from your accredited colleges or universities to:
Virginia Beach Sheriff's Office
Human Resources
2501 James Madison Blvd.
Municipal Center, Building 7
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Business Hours
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
*All higher education institutions must be accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education.
VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.
PLEASE NOTE: Complete your application on the City of Virginia Beach website
Contact the Sheriff's Human Resources Office at ...@vbso.net or 385-8808 for additional information.
- Please complete the application in its entirety and include your resume if required by the posting.
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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.
Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.