Police Officer 1

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. Headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, BWXT is a Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,000 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

BWXT is currently seeking a Police Officer for its Lynchburg, VA location!

BWXT’s Police Department is a fully certified Police Department. We are seeking applicants who are passionate about being part of a team of professionals who protect and defend our Lynchburg, Virginia, facility where vital work is done to support the U.S. National Defense. Overtime and second or third shift work is required.

Job Description/Duties:

• Performs security/police duties in accordance with regulatory safeguards, procedures, policies and the Department of Criminal Justice Services.
• Performs duties to ensure access control of personnel, packages, materials into and out of restricted areas and the protection of classified material.
• Maintains the highest levels of preparedness and vigilance to safeguard against threats to people and products vital to national security.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED AND meet at least ONE of the following criteria:
  • 1)  Be a current Certified Law Enforcement Officer, or
  • 2)  Have previous Military or Law Enforcement experience, or
  • 3)  Have a minimum of 48 Credit Hours of relevant college education, or
  • 4)  Be enrolled in a relevant College Degree program with an expected graduation date within the next 12 months.
• Applicants who are currently a Virginia DCJS Certified Law Enforcement Officer are preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must complete physical agility test, physical exam, psychological evaluation, and drug screen successfully.
• Must be a US Citizen with no dual citizenship.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) “Q” clearance.

Pay: $43,000 - $63,000

The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $43,000 and $63,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement.  The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols.  As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications.

BWXT supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf

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