Police Officer

Virginia Community Colleges; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Reynolds is seeking a Campus Police Officer to maintain a safe environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors. The officer enforces state laws and campus rules, patrols grounds, handles alarms, and assists investigations with professional public service.

The position requires current DCJS certification or the ability to obtain it, and may involve supervising part-time security staff; a $5,000 sign-on bonus is available, paid in two installments, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Current campus police officer certification or ability to obtain per DCJS.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus grounds and respond to alarms and incidents.
• Operate police vehicles and equipment as required on campus.
• Write detailed reports and assist investigations.
• Oversee part-time security staff and implement security protocols.

Skills

Patrolling

Report writing

Public safety

Education

DCJS certification prerequisite

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Posting Summary

Working Title

Working Title Police Officer

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 28300345

Agency

Agency J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Division

Division J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)

Work Location

Hiring Range

Hiring Range Salary commensurate with experience. Hiring range is $52,000-$55,000.

Emergency/Essential Personnel

Emergency/Essential Personnel Yes

EEO Category

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time or Part Time Full Time

Does this position have telework options?

-Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Schedule as assigned.

Sensitive Position

Sensitive Position Yes

Job Description

Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia's capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.

Reynolds is seeking a Campus Police Officer to help maintain a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This role involves enforcing state laws and campus regulations, responding to routine and emergency situations, and ensuring the protection of campus property. The officer serves as a visible presence on campus, promoting safety and providing exceptional customer service. Duties include patrolling campus grounds, operating police vehicles and equipment, responding to alarms, writing reports, and assisting with investigations.

The position may also involve overseeing part-time security staff and implementing security protocols. Requires a current certification or the ability to obtain certification as a campus police officer as mandated by the Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS).

A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available for this position. The bonus will be paid in two installments: the first