Police Officer - Certified

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

NOVA Police Department is seeking a Police Officer (Certified) to safeguard College property and people, conduct patrols, investigations, and enforce Virginia laws and college regulations. The role requires interaction with the public in a fair, impartial manner and adherence to state and college policies.

The position emphasizes shift rotations, emergency readiness, and potential reassignment based on department needs.

Qualifications

• Understanding of VA Commonwealth laws, local ordinances, and College policies.
• Must meet physical and mental job demands.
• Must have completed Virginia DCJS academy and certification.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Good computer skills.
• Ability to testify in court proceedings.
• Qualify to operate a state vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Patrol, providing protection/safety and preventing crime.
• Investigates criminal activity, traffic and personal injury accidents and other complaints.
• Enforcement of state traffic laws and promote traffic safety.

Skills

VA law knowledge

Oral & written communication

Good computer skills

Testify in court

Operate state vehicle

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Virginia DCJS academy certification

Job description

Special Instructions

Working Title Police Officer - Certified Role Title Law Enforcement Officer I Role Code 69071-FP FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 03 Position Number 28000153 Agency Northern VA Community College Division NV280-VP Administration Work Location Fairfax County - 059 Hiring Range $63,000 - $83,853 Emergency/Essential Personnel Yes EEO Category 4-Protective Service Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule

Police department schedule

General Description

Sensitive Position Yes Job Description The police officer position is responsible for providing security for college and personal property at the College through crime prevention activities, patrol, thorough investigation of all reported and suspected criminal activity, and through the enforcement of State laws. This is accomplished by patrol efforts, by possible shift rotation, by interacting with the public in a fair and impartial manner regardless of the situation, and by enforcing the laws of the Commonwealth and regulations of Northern Virginia Community College and VCCS.

The NOVA Police Department is established as a college-wide entity with the responsibility to maintain the safety and security of all employees, students and visitors, and property owned or controlled by the College. As such, all police department employees are subject to short-term and long-term reassignments that may include different locations, rotating schedules, and duties dependent on the needs of the department and/or staff professional development.

This position is not eligible for telework.

Duties And Tasks

• Patrol, providing protection/safety and preventing crime.
• Investigates criminal activity, traffic and personal injury accidents and other complaints
• Enforcement of state traffic laws and promote traffic safety.

Special Instructions

Option 5 Eligibility

• Must have at least 3 years/36 months continuous law enforcement experience commensurate with those of a Virginia law enforcement officer (i.e. respond to calls for service, take reports of crime, conduct traffic stops, issue summons, make arrests).
• Be out of law enforcement employment for less than 24 months.
• Must be in good standing with former employers.
• Must meet all requirements of 15.2-1705 Code of Virginia.

In-State Certified Candidates Eligibility

• If previously certified in Virginia and out of such employment less than 24 months, must be current on in-service training within 120 days of hire to be reinstated without completing a basic academy.
• If previously certified law enforcement officer has been out of such employment for more than 24 months, the Agency can request an exemption from the Virginia Compulsory Minimum Training Standards by submitting an Application for Exemption from the Virginia Compulsory Minimum Training Standards (DCJS Form W-2).

Must be able to pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the VA Commonwealth laws, local ordinances, and College policies.
• Must meet physical and mental job demands.
• Must have completed Virginia DCJS academy and certification.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Good computer skills.
• Ability to testify in court proceedings.
• Qualify to operate a state vehicle.

Minimum Work Experience

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successfully pass background investigation.
• Licensed driver with demonstrated safe driving record.
• Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services or qualify for the Option 5 Lateral program

Additional Considerations

• Bilingual

Operation of a State Vehicle Yes Supervises Employees No Required Travel N/A

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Posting Number CLS_4842P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 10/30/2026 Job Close Date 11/15/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website www.nvcc.edu Contact Name Email Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants

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

Additional Information

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.

At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College.

NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.

We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit www.nvcc.edu.

Employees must reside in Virginia, Maryland or District of Columbia.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/102713