Police Officer

Inside Higher Ed

Chapel Hill (NC)

On-site

USD 38,000 - 50,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional training opportunities

Exclusive discounts on local services

Job summary

A prominent university in North Carolina is hiring UNC Police Officers to protect and serve the campus community. The role involves patrolling, investigating complaints, and ensuring public safety. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and undergo thorough background checks. The university offers a supportive work environment with a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, making it a great place for career growth.

Qualifications

Must complete NC CJETSC training and background checks.
Must pass physical and psychological requirements.
Must communicate effectively with the public.

Responsibilities

Patrol campus to ensure safety.
Investigate complaints and enforce laws.
Implement community-oriented policing practices.

Skills

Valid North Carolina Driver's License

Effective communication

Ability to handle emergencies

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's Degree or higher preferred

Job description

Be a Tar Heel!

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world‑class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC‑Chapel Hill offers full‑time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit

UNC Police supports the University’s core mission of teaching, research, and public service by developing partnerships that, through the encouragement of problem‑solving and communications, seek to identify and address public safety needs with professionalism and integrity, all while protecting North Carolina’s future.

Position Summary

The UNC Police Officer position protects and serves the students, faculty, staff and visitors of University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill through law enforcement and crime prevention. The selected candidate(s) will patrol campus and investigate complaints and violations of State laws and local ordinances using the Community Oriented Policing philosophy. This person also develops and implements preventative patrol techniques and performs specialized duties to deter crime and promote effective safety and security practices.

Police Officer I: Entry‑level with 0‑2 years of experience, completion of North Carolina’s Basic Law Enforcement Training and certification as a Law Enforcement Officer within one year of employment.
Police Officer II: Fully functioning officers with two or more years of experience as a sworn local, state, or federal law‑enforcement officer, with at least a general certification from the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education Training and Standards Commission (NC CJETSC).
Police Officer III: Veteran officers with four or more years of experience as a sworn local, state, or federal law‑enforcement officer, with an Intermediate Certification from the NC CJETSC.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Minimum of High School diploma or GED. At least probationary certification from the NC CJETSC as a commissioned police officer and successful completion of the appointing agency’s designated field training program for newly appointed Campus Police Officers. Lateral hires who are already certified NC law‑enforcement officers and not first hired as a Police Officer Trainee may be assigned this classification conditional on successful completion of the field training program designated by the Agency Head. Out‑of‑State lateral hires must be NC CJETSC certification eligible.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

Candidate must be at least 20 years of age at time of appointment; possess a valid North Carolina Driver’s License; pass an in‑depth background investigation, which includes driver’s history and criminal history with no felony convictions, psychological testing, polygraph examination, drug screening, and physical. Must successfully complete a three‑week department orientation course and a twelve‑week department field training program during probationary period; must satisfactorily complete the state mandated probationary period. The selected candidate must possess the ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing 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 an ‘ESSENTIAL’ Emergency Duty Employee. This means that the position is one that is necessary to ensure University operations continue uninterrupted during periods of adverse weather and/or other emergency situations, including those that require the University to close. As such the employee in this position will be required to report to work according to their usual schedule, or upon notification to report outside of their usual work schedule.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

Department strongly prefers candidates who possess an Associate’s Degree or higher from an accredited community college or university.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Candidate must meet physical and psychological requirements of the North Carolina Criminal Education and Standards Commission, which includes a physical exam, psychological exam, and drug test. In addition, the UNC Police department requires a polygraph examination. Position involves being able to subdue resisting suspects and effect forcible arrests; must be able to defend oneself; operating a law enforcement vehicle under emergency conditions during day and night; pursuing fleeing suspects; performing searches of people and buildings involving feeling and detecting objects; exercising independent judgement in determining when to use force and to what degree; enduring verbal and mental abuse; comprehending legal documents including citations, affidavits, and warrants; commanding emergency personnel at accidents, emergencies, and disasters.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

Special Instructions

This recruitment is for two (2) UNC Police Officer positions. By applying, you will be considered for both position(s) #00018818 and #00056008.

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