Visitation Security Screener

Job Posting End Date:

November 8, 2026

Department:

SHERIFF

Compensation Grade:

H8009

Compensation Range & Starting Salary:

Starting hourly rate: $16.12
Scheduled weekly hours: 25

Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):

No

About Us:

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Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:

Nature of Work

• Individual will be responsible for data entry, scheduling visits, checking in visitors in and out of the jail, act 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 then current workloads and department needs.

Physical Requirements

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.

Additional requirements:
• DMV Transcript: Yes/No
• CDL: No
• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: Yes/No
• CPS Check: No
• Physical: No
• Respirator:No
• Psychological Screening: Yes/No
• Polygraph: No
• At Will: Yes/No

Minimum Requirements:

Skills:

Working Conditions:

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business. 

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Official Job Descriptions:

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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.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.