Campus Police Officer - College Safety & Security

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia; On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks a Police Officer for Virginia Peninsula Community College with a campus security focus. Officers uphold Virginia laws and college rules, provide safety, respond to incidents, and support campus operations across multiple locations.

The role requires DCJS certification or the ability to obtain it within a year, and completion of ongoing training. Officers may work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays to ensure campus security.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain Virginia DCJS law enforcement officer certification as a sworn officer or obtain within one year.
• Must meet ongoing training certification requirements as listed.

Responsibilities

• Respond to campus emergencies and incidents.
• Investigate crime-related offenses and prepare written reports.
• Enforce campus safety, parking, and traffic regulations.
• Provide information, directions, and assistance to campus community and visitors.
• Conduct investigations and testify in court or student conduct processes.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Decision making

Conflict resolution

Education

Virginia DCJS certification

Tools

Firearms handling

Patrol equipment

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks a Police Officer for Virginia Peninsula Community College with a campus security focus. Officers uphold Virginia laws and college rules, provide safety, respond to incidents, and support campus operations across multiple locations.

The role requires DCJS certification or the ability to obtain it within a year, and completion of ongoing training. Officers may work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays to ensure campus security.