Campus Police Officer — Serve, Protect & Engage the Community

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days paid time off

13+ paid holidays

Parental Leave

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

Job summary

The University of Virginia Police Department (UPD) seeks Certified Police Officers to serve the University of Virginia community and surrounding area in Charlottesville, VA. Starting salary is $62,000 per year with full-time, on-site work and a comprehensive benefits package.

Officers engage in fair policing, patrol campus areas, and respond to a variety of community needs. Applicants must hold Virginia DCJS certification, be 21+, and possess strong communication and judgment skills to ensure

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED.
• Virginia DCJS certification required.
• Must be 21+ years old.
• Must be able to handle firearms and operate a motor vehicle safely.
• Ability to engage with the community with courtesy and maintain calm under stress.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including reports, court testimony, and interacting with a diverse community.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license; out-of-state applicants must obtain Virginia license by start date.

Responsibilities

• Engage in policing with fair and impartial practices.
• Patrol designated university areas and enforce laws and university policies.
• Respond to criminal and non-enforcement requests within the community.
• Generate reports and handle incidents.
• Identify hazards and report to protect public safety and university facilities.
• Conduct traffic control at events or incidents as needed.

Skills

Written & verbal communication

Judgment under pressure

Community engagement

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The University of Virginia Police Department (UPD) seeks Certified Police Officers to serve the University of Virginia community and surrounding area in Charlottesville, VA. Starting salary is $62,000 per year with full-time, on-site work and a comprehensive benefits package.

Officers engage in fair policing, patrol campus areas, and respond to a variety of community needs. Applicants must hold Virginia DCJS certification, be 21+, and possess strong communication and judgment skills to ensure