Police Officer

Tennessee Board of Regents; Blountville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast State Community College in Blountville, TN seeks a Police Officer to serve as the first responder, investigator, and law enforcement officer for campus properties and TCAT Elizabethton-controlled sites. The role reports to the Police Sergeant and supports safety, security, and enforcement of laws and college policies.

The officer conducts investigations, manages records, and provides safety services, including traffic control, escorts, and emergency response, while collaborating with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• POS T certification within 6 months of hire date preferred.
• Physically, morally, and psychologically fit for Tennessee Peace Officer role.

Responsibilities

• Protect life and property on campus properties.
• Conduct investigations and prepare reports for leadership and outside agencies.
• Provide law enforcement response to emergencies.
• Monitor parking and traffic services; enforce regulations.
• Provide escorts and vehicle assistance as needed.
• Perform tasks such as word processing and data entry.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, staff, and the public.

Skills

MS Office

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or higher (preferred)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Title: Police Officer

Employee Classification: Support Staff

Department: Police Department

Campus Location: Northeast State Community College-Blountville

Salary: $41,610 - $46,497, dependent on education and experience

Please use the Total Compensation Calculator found on the Northeast State Careers Page for a breakdown of the value of the benefits offered to employees of the college.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Police Sergeant, the Police Officer serves as first responder, investigator, and law enforcement officer for all NeSCC and TCAT Elizabethton-controlled properties. They manage criminal and non-criminal investigations, records, parking, traffic services, safety, and security for the institutions.

Job Duties

• Protect life and property at all NeSCC and TCAT Elizabethton-controlled properties.


• Conduct criminal and non-criminal investigations from start to conclusion; Prepare criminal and non- criminal reports for review by college leadership as well as outside agencies.


• Provide a law enforcement response to emergency situations.


• Conduct safety and illness/injury investigations.


• Provide a professional law enforcement response to any emergency situation in accordance with training and applicable federal and state laws.


• Interpret and implement federal law as it pertains to colleges and universities. Interpret and enforce Tennessee state laws and Tennessee Board of Regents and Northeast State Community College policies.


• Apprehend criminal offenders.


• Testify in state-level courts and administrative hearings.


• Conduct regular equipment, facility, and safety checks.


• Enforce parking regulations.


• Monitor parking and provide traffic services.


• Provide escorts to buildings and vehicles as requested by faculty, staff, students, and visitors. Provide vehicle assistance services.


• Perform critical tasks that may include word processing and data entry.


• Establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the general public.


• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence and servant leadership.


• Perform other duties as assigned by the chief of police, deputy chief of police, and/or president.


• Work closely with the President or designee to ensure that the officer’s day-to-day assignments are aligned with the President’s safety and security goals

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Ability to become Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission (P.O.S.T.) certified per T.C.A. 38-8-107 within 6 months from hire date.


• Must be physically, morally, and psychologically fit to meet the requirements of a Peace Officer in the state of Tennessee.


• Must be willing to work different shifts, holidays, and multiple locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited institution.


• Law enforcement and/or campus police experience.


• Tennessee P.O.S.T. Certification.


• Conversational ability or fluency in a second language.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Technology Skills: MS Office skills, Word, Excel, Outlook; videoconferencing software; digital records management systems; general operating systems and data information systems
  Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  Establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with students, faculty, other employees, and the general public.
  Ability to react and lead in a high stress environment.
  Ability to write effectively.
  Ability to operate law enforcement equipment.
  Knowledge of state and federal laws as it pertains to campus policing.
  Basic knowledge of accident investigation as it pertains to applicable state and federal laws.

Additional Notes:

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.


• NeSCC will not offer H1B visa sponsorships for this position; applicants requiring sponsorship will not be considered.

For assistance regarding the job ad, application process, or application status, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-323-0204 or [e-mail].