Assistant Director of Security Services

Title: Assistant Director of Security Services

State Role Title: Law Enforcement Manager I

Hiring Range: $75,000 - $85,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General – Open to the Public

Department: Security Services

About Virginia Museum of Fine Arts:

The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond is one of the largest comprehensive art museums in the United States. VMFA's growing encyclopedic collection houses more than 50,000 works of art spanning 6,000 years of world history.

Our holdings include the largest public collection of Fabergé outside of Russia, the finest collection of Art Nouveau outside of Paris and one of the nation's finest collections of American art. VMFA is also home to important collections of Chinese art, English silver, French Impressionism, Postimpressionism, British sporting art, and modern and contemporary art, as well as renowned South Asian, Himalayan, and African art.

Recently named the 11th-best art museum in the United States by The Washington Post, VMFA is the only US art museum open 365 days a year with free general admission.

VMFA is a state-supported, privately endowed educational institution created for the benefit of the citizens of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Its purpose is to collect, preserve, exhibit, and interpret art, to encourage the study of the arts, and thus to enrich the lives of all.

About Security Services Department:

The Department of Security Services is dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure environment for all staff, volunteers, and visitors to the museum and its campus. This includes safeguarding the buildings, property, and art collections from all potential threats. This is achieved through several key functions: regular patrols of the museum and grounds; enforcement of established rules and regulations; surveillance and monitoring using cameras and other technologies; providing assistance to visitors and employees; reporting and responding to potential hazards and suspicious activities; and responding to emergency situations. These efforts directly support the Commonwealth of Virginia's cultural enrichment goals and align with the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts' strategic plan.

General Information:

We are currently seeking applications from attentive, efficient, and highly motivated professionals to join our Security Services Department as Assistant Deputy Director or Security Services.

In this role, you will support the museum by overseeing the daily operations and strategic direction of the Security Services team in collaboration with the Chief/Director of Security Services and Risk Management. The Assistant Deputy Director will play a key role in guiding the department through the upcoming Expansion Project, providing leadership in personnel management, operational planning, and administrative coordination to ensure a secure and seamless experience for staff, visitors, and collections.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Strong leadership and managerial skills; ability to build a connected and mission-oriented team.
• Embraces and understands diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, and respond to emergencies at any time of day.
• Demonstrates exceptional communication skills, including strong ability to read, write and comprehend directions and instructions; add, subtract and figure percentages; communicate effectively verbally an in writing.
• Demonstrates exceptional computer literacy, including demonstrated experience with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Acrobat, security databases, and Microsoft OneDrive, or equivalent.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and appearance, including wearing a uniform as needed.
• Ability to function efficiently, professionally and graciously in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment providing excellent leadership and crisis response and ability to exercise mature, independent judgment.
• Extensive knowledge of applicable laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to the responsibilities and professional conduct of sworn, armed Special Conservators of the Peace and the methods used in accident and claims investigations.
• Demonstrates strong administrative and organizational skills, including preparing complete and effective reports, developing written SOPs, maintaining complete documentation in a well-organized filing system, leading meetings and giving presentations, and effectively disseminating information to staff or stakeholders.
• Ability to create, plan, and execute, and report on short-term and long-term departmental strategic goals and initiatives.
• Strong customer service skills; understanding and support of the VMFA.

Certifications & Relevant Experience:

• Ability to obtain experience with or knowledge of Commonwealth of Virginia agency purchasing regulations and processes, including use of eVA and SPCCs within probationary year.
• Ability to obtain Special Conservator of the Peace ("SCOP") certification with the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services within probationary year.
• Ability to obtain CPR/AED/First Aid certification or similar within probationary year.
• Prior experience in law enforcement, security, the military, or related fields.
• Knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or competencies typically obtained through the completion of an academic curriculum or program such as law enforcement, criminal justice, private security, or equivalent level of practical experience.

Benefits:

The Commonwealth of Virginia offers a comprehensive total compensation package that includes health benefits, paid leave, and flexible work schedules. The following benefits are available to classified employees:

• Vacation and Other Leave
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Health Benefits
• Sickness and Disability Program
• Deferred Compensation with Cash Match
• Group, Optional Life, and Long-term Care Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Retirement Plans
• State Employee Resources

Additional information relating to the benefits available to eligible state employees can be found online at:

Special Instructions:

You will be provided with 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.

All applicants must submit an online application. This position will close at 11:55 pm on the designated closing date listed at the top of this posting on

Please provide three professional references, including their full name, phone number, and email address. References should be able to speak to your qualifications for the position and may be included in your resume or cover letter or attached separately in the portal's "other" field.

VMFA is a 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 Information:

Name: HR Services

Phone: For the most up-to-date status of your application, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account. We do not provide application status updates via phone.

Email: for recruitment related questions.

Emailed applications, resumes, or cover letters will not be accepted. For the most up-to-date status of your application, please refer to your Jobs.Virginia.Gov account.

Conditions of Employment:

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer