Law Enforcement Officer I

Virginia Community Colleges; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Laurel Ridge Community College seeks a part-time Law Enforcement Officer I to protect life and property, enforce college rules, and serve the campus community in a multi-campus setting. It emphasizes community policing, safety, and collaboration with partners to keep the campus secure.

The role requires Virginia DCJS certification or eligibility, strong communication, and the ability to work varied shifts. The position offers limited benefits due to part‑time status.

Qualifications

• Virginia DCJS certified law enforcement officers or eligible for recertification within 120 days
• Maintain Virginia DCJS certification with in‑service requirements
• Ability to function mentally and physically under stress
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Strong knowledge of law enforcement concepts, security and safety
• Knowledge of customer service principles
• Ability to safely handle agency firearms and qualify annually
• Ability to operate a department vehicle safely
• Give clear oral and written instructions to elicit compliance
• Gather information and write factual reports
• Testify truthfully in legal hearings and court
• No felony or moral turpitude convictions
• Willingness to travel between Laurel Ridge locations and work varied shifts
• 21 years old at graduation from basic academy
• Valid driver’s license and CPR/AED/First Aid or plan to complete
• Background check and drug screen required

Responsibilities

• Respond to safety and security needs of a diverse campus population
• Protect life and property and enforce laws within college jurisdiction
• Provide preventative, investigative and enforcement services
• Develop partnerships with the campus community and external agencies
• Support operation of a state vehicle when required

Skills

Law enforcement knowledge

Verbal & written communication

Report writing

Safety & weapons handling

Public safety/customer service

Situational judgment under stress

Interagency cooperation

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Posting Summary

Working Title

Working Title Law Enforcement Officer I

Role Title

Role Title Law Enforcement Officer I

Role Code

Role Code 69071-SW

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Pay Band

Pay Band 03

Position Number

Position Number 298W0977

Agency

Agency Laurel Ridge Community College

Division

Division Laurel Ridge Community College (Div)

Hiring Range

Hiring Range The hourly pay range for this position is $20.41-$27.55.

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

EEO Category

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time or Part Time Part Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No

Work Schedule

Varying schedule, to include days, evenings, and weekends.

Sensitive Position

Sensitive Position No

Job Description

Responsive to the safety and security needs of a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students at a multi-campus college. To protect life and property and enforce laws of the Commonwealth, as well as the rules and regulations of the college within the appropriate jurisdictional confines. To protect and serve the campus community, ensuring that the Laurel Ridge Community College is a safe and desirable place to learn, work, and visit. Accomplished through excellence in preventative, investigative, and enforcement services based on the community‑policing model that develops and values community partnerships.
Compensation
The hourly pay range for this position is $20.41-$27.55. The position is part-time and as such cannot exceed 29 hours per week and is not eligible for health or leave benefits. However, the position may offer educational benefits through our professional development and educational assistance policies.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Applicants must be Virginia DCJS certified law enforcement officers or previously Virginia DCJS certified officers who are eligible for recertification within 120 days, in accordance with Virginia DCJS reinstatement requirements. Former Virginia‑certified officers who have been out of law enforcement employment less than 24 months may be reinstated by completing 40 hours of law enforcement in‑service training within 120 days of hire.
• Must maintain law enforcement officer certification to include completing the minimum in‑service education requirements established by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services ( DCJS ).
• Must be able to function mentally and physically under stress and in emergency situations.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Must possess considerable knowledge of law enforcement, as well as security and safety concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques.
• Must possess considerable knowledge of customer service practices and principles.
• Must demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately handle agency‑issued weapons and qualify annually in the use of agency‑issued firearms in accordance with the minimum standards established by DCJS .
• Must demonstrate the ability to operate a department motor vehicle safely.
• Must demonstrate the ability to give clear oral and written instructions to elicit compliance with law, policies, and regulations in both routine and emergency situations.
• Must be able to gather information and write factual reports.
• Must be able to testify truthfully and factually in legal hearings and court.
• Must never have been convicted of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude.
• Must be willing to travel between multiple Laurel Ridge Community College locations and work various shifts.
• Per VA Code § 15.2-1705 – must have a high school education or equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years of age upon graduation from a basic law enforcement academy.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license recognized by the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, and possess current CPR / AED /First Aid Certification or complete the training when assigned by the department.
• Must successfully complete a background check and drug screen test

Additional Considerations

• Proven academic excellence and subject matter knowledge, which may be evidenced by training and/or experience preferred.
• Current or former DCJS General and/or Specialty Instructor Certification preferred.
• Previous experience as a campus law enforcement officer preferred.

Operation of a State Vehicle

Operation of a State Vehicle Yes

Supervises Employees

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel

Travel as per any required duties of the position, such as to sites/campuses and any training. Ability to cover assignments throughout the college service region as necessary for the job is required.

Posting Number

Posting Number WGE_3450P

Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/11/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 09/27/2026

Contact Name

Contact Name Kris Iden

Email

Email

Additional Information

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I‑9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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