Police Officer (Sworn)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A university in Charlotte, North Carolina, is seeking a law enforcement officer responsible for ensuring public safety on campus. This role requires a high school diploma or GED, along with valid Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) certification. Duties include patrolling the campus, responding to emergencies, monitoring parking, and preparing incident reports. This position is fully in-person and offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the safety and security of the campus community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• 1-2 years experience as a security guard or in law enforcement.
• Valid BLET certification and state driver's license are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform general law enforcement duties to ensure campus safety.
• Patrol campus and monitor property to maintain order.
• Respond to inquiries and assist in medical emergencies.
• Prepare incident reports and monitor campus parking.
• Control crowds and manage traffic during events.
• Monitor exterior lighting; assist in fire drills and evacuations.
• Provide crowd, parking, and traffic control for events.

Skills

Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) certification

Experience as a security guard or in law enforcement

Communication skills

Patrolling and monitoring skills

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

BLET certification

State driver’s license

Job description

Responsibilities

• This role is fully in person (not remote or hybrid).
• Under occasional supervision, performs general law enforcement duties to ensure the strict enforcement of state and local laws and University rules and regulations relating to public safety and welfare. Reports to the shift supervisor or, in the absence of a supervisor, the Director of Campus Police.
• Performs general law enforcement duties, including patrolling campus; checking property for security; conducting room searches; maintaining order and public safety; issuing traffic/parking tickets; apprehending and arresting suspects; questioning suspects; collecting and preserving evidence; assisting crime and accident victims; investigating alarms, etc.
• Maintains security at the University's main entrance; monitors entering vehicles and pedestrians; provides directions and assistance to visitors as requested.
• Receives and responds to student and citizen inquiries, complaints and requests for assistance. Responds to and assists in all medical emergencies.
• Prepares and submits incident reports.
• Monitors campus vehicles for properly dated parking decals.
• Monitors campus exterior lighting for proper and safe working condition. Assists in conducting fire drills and in evacuating buildings.
• Provides crowd, parking and traffic control for athletic events, special University/public events, etc.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by required training and one to two years of experience as a security guard or in law enforcement, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and experience.
• Must possess a valid Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) certification and state driver's license.