Police Corporal #006606

University of North Carolina Asheville; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 58,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Asheville is seeking a Police Corporal to join the University Police Department. The role involves protecting students, faculty, staff and visitors, with duties in patrol, investigations, leadership, and community policing.

You will supervise shifts, manage schedules, supervise officers, and assist the sergeant in their absence; requires a strong commitment to safety, compliance, and collaboration within a diverse campus.

Qualifications

• An associate degree (or 60 hours) and 2 years of sworn law enforcement experience.
• 3 years of experience as an Assistant Police Supervisor with the agency for level II; 6 years for level III, with certification eligibility or current NC CJETSC certification.
• Current certification from NC CJETSC as a commissioned police officer or certification eligible within the specified timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Patrol operations, investigations, leadership and supervision, community policing, and strong communication.
• Respond to and investigate crimes and accidents; perform administrative tasks and provide training.
• Manage schedules to ensure staffing, reinforce work expectations, and support department goals; supervise officers and scene management.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Working under pressure

Confidential information handling

Education

Associate degree or 60 credits

NC CJETSC officer certification

Two years campus law enforcement experience

Five+ years supervisory experience

Tools

DCI

NCIC

CJLEADS

Maxient

Banner

Job description

About the Organization

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and a welcoming campus community.

In addition to award-winning faculty, UNCA has also ranked high in Research.com, US News & World Report and the Princeton Review in 2025.

Research.com - #8 in Best Colleges, #11 Most Affordable Colleges in NC, #16 Best Value Colleges in NC

US News & World Report - #9 in Top Public Schools

Princeton Reviews - #7 in Top 50 Guide to Green Schools

Employees of UNCA are provided with a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available. Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employees may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are group exercise classes, and free access to the campus recreation center for full time employees, vaccine shots are also offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.

Job Title

Police Corporal #006606

Job Type

EHRA Staff

Salary

$57,583-$86,375

Work Schedule

This position may work a 12-hour fixed shift on days or nights as assigned. May also work a traditional 40-hours Monday-Friday work week if assigned. This position works evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events as needed. This position is subject to Emergency Call Back for emergencies on short notice as required.

Hours and Duration

Full-Time

12 Months

Position Summary

The main purpose of the Police Corporal and the University Police department is to protect and serve the students, faculty, staff, and visitors of UNC Asheville through law enforcement and crime prevention. The Police Corporal must possess knowledge and skills in the following areas: patrol operations, investigations, leadership and supervision, community policing, and communication skills.

In addition to upholding local, state, and federal laws, the Police Corporal will respond to and investigate crimes and accidents, as well as perform administrative tasks, provide training, and perform other specialized roles as designated by the department.

The Police Corporal will serve in an assistant supervisor capacity and will assist with supervision within the University Police department. This includes managing schedules to ensure growth and adequate staffing, reinforcing established work expectations, providing officer and scene management guidance, directing resources in support of department goals, evaluating performance, conducting shift briefings, reviewing reports completed during a shift, interpreting laws and policies, line and equipment inspections, and aiding in yearly performance evaluations.

In the absence of the Police Sergeant, the Police Corporal will serve as the acting supervisor. The Corporal is responsible for general call response and police duties during their regularly assigned shift.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Required Education and Experience

• Assistant Police Supervisor I: A minimum of an associate degree (or 60 hours of college credit) and 2 years of sworn law enforcement officer experience. Certification from NC CJETSC as a commissioned police officer or certification eligible within an agency specified timeframe.
• Assistant Police Supervisor II: 3 years of experience as an Assistant Police Supervisor with the agency. At the discretion of the hiring campus hiring authority, documented service as a sworn law enforcement officer at a substantially equivalent classification may be accepted for lateral hires from outside agencies. Current certification from NC CJETSC as a commissioned police officer or certification eligible within an agency specified timeframe.
• Assistant Police Supervisor III: 6 years of experience as an Assistant Police Supervisor with the agency. At the discretion of the hiring campus hiring authority, documented service as a sworn law enforcement officer at a substantially equivalent classification may be accepted for lateral hires from outside agencies. Current certification from NC CJETSC as a commissioned police officer or certification eligible within an agency specified timeframe.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Possession of current NC CJETSC as a commissioned police officer.
• An associate degree or higher.
• Two years of campus law enforcement experience or School Resource Officer.
• Five or more years as a law enforcement officer with experience and training in police supervision.
• Experience working in a higher education environment.
• Computer skills including familiarity with word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software.
• Familiarity with University and law enforcement technology to include DCI, NCIC, eWarrants, eDiscovery, CJLEADS, Maxient, Banner, records management systems, security camera systems, etc.
• Knowledge of the Clery Act.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

This position requires excellent interpersonal skills, including oral and written communication, the ability to function under significant pressure or in times of crisis, and proficiency to receive and maintain confidential information. It is critical to have experience in understanding and addressing the interests and needs within a highly diverse environment, including demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, faculty, and community partners that are built on confidence and trust.

Eligibility & Compliance

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• UNC Asheville uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.
• All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.