Special Conservator of the Peace

Job title:

Special Conservator of the Peace

Company

Virginia Government

Job description

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• 5033199

• Richmond, Virginia, United States

• Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

• Public Safety

• Wage (Hourly)

• Closing at: Jan 12 2025 at 23:55 EST

• Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Title: Special Conservator of the PeaceState Role Title: Law Enforcement Officer IHiring Range: $21.00Pay Band: 3Agency: Virginia Museum of Fine ArtsLocation: MAIN MUSEUMAgency Website: https://vmfa.museum/Recruitment Type: General Public – GJob DutiesThe Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is seeking a dedicated and civic-minded individual to join our team of sworn Peace Officers.Are you excited about delivering the best Security experience to our guests? This position may be the perfect fit for you! Our Special Conservators of the Peace are responsible for assisting in the overall safety and security of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, employees, and its patrons while on duty. This is a crucial role to the Museum and requires following proper safety and security procedures. As our Security Operations is open 24/7, 365 days a year, we expect this role to be flexible in working mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.Special Conservators of the Peace (SCOP) ensure that the museum is a safe environment for a variety of art related events and exhibitions by patrolling the museum property and grounds, enforcing rules and regulations, assisting visitors and employees, reporting potential hazards and suspicious activities, and responding to emergency situations. Officers also assist with investigations, secure evidence, and complete logs and other records.As a Special Conservator of the Peace, officers carry weapons and exercise general police powers as appropriate.So, you have skills, but-What about working in an arts museum with talented and hardworking staff?What if said museum provides-

• Free coffee.
• Free special exhibition tickets.
• Agency employee discount for Best Café, the museum’s casual dining restaurant.
• Agency employee discount for Amuse restaurant, the museum’s fine dining restaurant.
• Agency employee discount for museum programs and art classes.

and provides Special Conservators of the Peace –

• Professional development/work-related training or courses.
• Behind the scenes access to view world-class art.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of applicable laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the responsibilities and professional conduct of sworn, armed Special Conservator of the Peace and the methods used in accident and claims investigations.

• Ability to handle public safety and security issues as they arise in an appropriate and timely manner.

• Ability to provide emergency care and assistance to any individual who is hurt, injured, or becomes ill while at the Museum.

• Ability to exercise independent judgement, prepare complete and effective reports, and communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.

• Ability to sit, stand and patrol the campus for up to twelve (12) hours at a time.

• Ability to work in a diverse workplace.

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relations with others.

• Excellent customer services skills.

• Knowledge and experience with basic computer applications.

Additional ConsiderationsA college degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, private security, or equivalent experience, such as military service.Special InstructionsYou will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.Special Requirements:

• Selected candidates must pass a fingerprint criminal history background check.

• Selected candidates must pass firearms course upon hire to maintain employment and to proceed with remainder of required training.

Interested individuals must submit an online application. Posting will close on January 12, 2025 at 11:55 pm.Please contact the HR office at recruitment@vmfa.museum if you need assistance.
VMFA is an EEO/AA and Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified Employer. Diverse and inclusive hiring practices are at the heart of what we do at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.Contact InformationName: Human Resource ServicesPhone: Please EmailEmail: recruitment@vmfa.museumIn 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 AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Expected salary

Location

Richmond, VA

Job date

Sat, 28 Dec 2024 03:20:29 GMT

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