Master Police Officer I - III

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a prominent educational institution as a Master Police Officer, where your role is vital in ensuring the safety and security of the campus community. This position involves patrolling the university grounds, responding to incidents, and implementing crime prevention strategies. As a key member of the police department, you will uphold the highest standards of integrity and customer service, engaging positively with students, faculty, and visitors. If you are committed to making a difference in a vibrant campus environment and possess the required law enforcement experience, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years experience as a sworn law enforcement officer required.
• Must possess good oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus and investigate complaints and violations of laws.
• Develop and implement preventative patrol techniques.

Skills

Law Enforcement

Communication Skills

Integrity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree or Higher

Tools

Firearms Qualification

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please include as attachments a resume and cover letter.

Posting Information

Posting Number: PG193895EP

Working Title: Master Police Officer I - III

Anticipated Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience

Work Schedule: Rotating Permanent 12 hour shifts once out of Field Training

Job Location: NCSU Police

About the Department: The North Carolina State University Police Department is responsible for providing the most reasonable level of safety and security for the protection of life and property of students, faculty, staff and visitors of the campus community. Being a full sized police department, the department functions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year round with sworn officers, non-sworn full-time employees and part-time employees.

Job Purpose: The main purpose of the NC State University Master Officer position is to protect and serve the students, faculty, staff and visitors of North Carolina State University through law enforcement and crime prevention. The selected candidate(s) will patrol campus and investigate complaints and violations of State laws and local ordinances. This person also develops and implements preventative patrol techniques and performs specialized duties to deter crime and promote effective safety and security practices.

• Master Officer I: Fully functioning officers with a minimum of 6 years of experience as a sworn local, state, or federal law enforcement officer, have attained their Intermediate Certification, and have their high school diploma or GED.
• Master Officer II: Fully functioning officers with a minimum of 3 years of experience as a Master Officer (9 years total in law enforcement), have attained their Intermediate Certification, and have their high school diploma or GED.
• Master Officer III: Fully functioning officers with a minimum of 6 years of experience as a Master Officer (12 years total in law enforcement), have attained their Intermediate Certification, and have their high school diploma or GED.

Other Responsibilities:

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience: Must possess a minimum of a High School diploma or GED from an appropriately accredited institution and 6 years experience as a sworn local, state or federal law enforcement officer. An advanced degree (JD, Masters, Doctorate) reduces the minimum experience requirement by 1 year. Current certification from NC CJETSC as a commissioned police officer or certification eligible within the specified timeframe is also required.

Other Required Qualifications: Candidates must meet the minimum State standards for employment. Candidates must successfully complete a department orientation course, a department field training program during probationary period, and must satisfactorily complete the state mandated probationary period. The selected candidate must possess good oral and written communication skills and deal with the public and representatives of the criminal justice system in a professional manner. The candidate(s) for this position will be considered a ‘MANDATORY’ Employee as defined in University Regulation 04-20-07.

The successful candidate:

• Is an individual with impeccable integrity and a proven record of consistency.
• Models courteous engagement and outstanding customer service with faculty, staff, students, and visitors while ensuring clear and firm adherence to safety principles and laws.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree or higher education level.
• Experience in a higher education public safety or campus police department is preferred as is experience in a CALEA or IACLEA accredited department.
• 80 percent score on annual firearms qualification strongly preferred.

Required License(s) or Certification(s):

• Valid driver’s license required.

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions:

Job Open Date: 01/08/2025

Position Number: 00105681

Position Type: State Law Enforcement (EPS)

Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.00 (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

Appointment: 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather: Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Department ID: 425001 - EHPS - Police Department

AA/EEO: NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.