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Working Title of Vacant PositionSecurity Officer II - Part-Time
Job Type: Part Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 2
Department: HUMAN SVCS
Division: HS COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
Requisition Number: 2026176
Number of hours worked per week: up to 25 hours per week
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; Between 8:-00am-5:00pm Hours will vary based on operational needs; | Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA (2255 Steppingstone Square)
Position Driving Requirement: O - Occasional
Pay Basis: Weekly
Advertised Salary:

Starting at $19.48/ hourly
Actual starting salary based on qualifications and experience

Job Description:

Community Programs is seeking two highly motivated and discerning individuals to serve in the role of Security Officer II, for our Chesapeake Cares Resource Center and Community Corrections. The position is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of visitors, clients, staff, and property at these locations. This role requires sound judgment, strong observational skills, and the ability to de-escalate situations compassionately and professionally.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor and advise contracted security personnel to ensure safety protocols are followed.
Oversee the functionality of video surveillance and panic systems.
Coordinate and monitor police and fire department interactions during safety-related events.
Retrieve video surveillance footage upon request from law enforcement.
Collaborate with vendors to maintain and troubleshoot security systems
Conduct and document regular safety drills in accordance with departmental standards.
Inspect and verify safety equipment to ensure compliance with city and departmental regulations.
Manage issuance and inventory of visitor and temporary badges for proximity entry systems.
Supervise contracted security staff regarding patrols, fire watch duties, and adherence to schedules.
Perform regular rounds of city facilities and grounds to identify and mitigate hazards.
Control access to facilities and restricted areas during designated times.
Respond to telephone alerts regarding hazards and notify appropriate authorities.
Secure facility systems (e.g., electrical) as directed.
Perform minor maintenance tasks and maintain required logs and records.
Assist with administrative duties such as typing, filing, faxing, and copying.
Train and support less experienced staff and may assign tasks as directed.
Follow all City of Chesapeake policies and procedures (including any department-specific, HIPPA, or other regulations if needed).

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure,for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required Qualifications:

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires high school diploma or GED and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in security, law enforcement, or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: May be required to be certified by the Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS), depending on assignment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and discernment in security-related matters.

• Experience in a healthcare environment preferred.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, especially in de-escalation techniques.

• Familiarity with security systems, surveillance technology, and emergency response protocols.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

Job Open Date: 04/07/2026
Job Close Date: 04/15/2026
Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position is part-time and will not exceed more than 25 hours per week.

Medical Marijuana:
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.

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