Police Officer (Pool Posting)

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 57,000 - 72,748; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

TSERS Retirement System

Health Benefits

Job summary

North Carolina A&T State University is seeking a sworn campus police officer with full arrest powers to enforce state and federal laws across university property. The role involves traffic control, investigations, patrols, handling evidence with chain of custody, and testifying in court as needed.

The position supports Police Officer I–III and Master Police Officer I–III with permanent, full-time appointment; on-site work in North Carolina, with residency within a two-hour radius required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; NC commissioned LEO certification for campus officers.
• Chiefly requires completion of the agency’s field training for new campus police officers.
• For higher ranks (II/III/MPO) additional experience as sworn officer is required.

Responsibilities

• Enforce state and federal laws on campus and state facilities.
• Conduct traffic control, investigations, patrols, and respond to incidents.
• collect, preserve, and handle evidence with chain of custody; testify in court.

Skills

First-time LEO certification

SWORN officer experience

Campus policing experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

First-time LEO certification (NC)

Job description

Primary Purpose Of Position

This position performs law enforcement work at a University campus or other State facility. With full powers of arrest, the officer enforces the laws of the State and the United States Government. Responsibilities include traffic control, criminal investigations, patrolling an assigned area, responding to complaints or calls, detecting violations, apprehending violators, investigating violations or complaints to assess and handle cases, collecting and preserving evidence with chain of custody, testifying in court proceedings, and performing related work.

Position Overview

Classification Type: EHRA. Recruitment Salary Range: $57,000 – $72,748. Classifications: Police Officer I–III and Master Police Officer I–III. FLSA: Non‑Exempt. Appointment Type: Permanent – Full‑time. Position Number: EPA3140. Open until filled. Calendar: Open Date 07/20/2026. Organization: Operations – Patrol Division, Asst VC Bus & Fin/Police Administration.

Minimum Requirements

• Police Officer I: High School diploma or GED, first‑time certification as a commissioned LEO in North Carolina. Successful completion of the agency’s field training program for newly appointed campus police officers is required.
• Police Officer II: At least 2 years of prior experience as a sworn enforcement officer.
• Police Officer III: At least 4 years of prior experience as a sworn law enforcement officer.
• Master Police Officer I: At least 6 years of prior experience as a sworn law enforcement officer (or equivalent). A graduate or Juris Doctor degree reduces the minimum experience requirement by 1 year.
• Master Police Officer II: At least 3 years of experience as a Master Police Officer or equivalent within an outside law enforcement agency. Equivalent experience at a higher sworn supervisory rank will also be accepted.
• Master Police Officer III: At least 6 years of experience as a Master Police Officer or equivalent within an outside law enforcement agency. Equivalent experience at a higher sworn supervisory rank will also be accepted.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced training or certification related to law enforcement, investigations, or community policing.
• Experience in university or campus policing environments.

Remote / Hybrid Work Eligibility

On‑site. Employees must reside in North Carolina within a two‑hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Employee Benefits

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b, and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more

North Carolina A&T State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation or sexual identity. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.