Senior Police Supervisor I

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Greensboro (NC)

On-site

USD 89,000 - 100,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro seeks a Senior Police Supervisor I to direct campus safety operations, oversee patrols, investigations, and support units, and ensure compliance with university policies and state laws.

The role requires a bachelor's degree or higher with multiple years of sworn law enforcement experience, supervisory leadership, valid NC CJETSC certification eligibility, and a commitment to service, safety, and professional development.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher with 6+ years sworn law enforcement experience, or associate degree with 8+ years.
At least 3 years supervisory experience.
Current NC CJETSC commissioned officer certification or certification eligible within timeframe.

Responsibilities

Direct public safety operations for a University campus or State agency.
Oversee patrol, criminal investigations, K-9 units, telecommunications, accreditation, and outreach.
Develop policy and procedures, plan operations, manage budgets and resource allocation.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Policy development

Communication skills

Criminal justice knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Associates degree with experience

Tools

CJETSC certification

Job description

Position Number

013665

Functional Title

Senior Police Supervisor I

Position Type

Law Enforcement Officers

Position Eclass

LN-EHRA LEO Non-Exempt

University Information

Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

The main purpose of the UNC Greensboro Police Officer position is to protect and serve the students, faculty, staff and visitors of University of North Carolina Greensboro through law enforcement and crime prevention. Our officers and employees are highly trained and dedicated individuals whose personal mission is to make sure campus community's experience at UNCG is not only memorable and successful, but also safe. We are counting on everyone to not only take responsible for their own safety but the safety of others. The police department offers these and other programs to help our Spartans achieve a safe and secure community.

Position Summary

Positions in this banded class direct public safety operations for a University campus or State agency. Employees are responsible for the administration of law enforcement divisions and/or law enforcement auxiliary service units such as patrol, criminal investigation, K-9 units, telecommunication, accreditation, and crime prevention education/outreach. Duties include but are not limited to developing policy and procedures, planning and organizing operations, managing budget development and related resource allocation, and maintaining appropriate relationships with local and State law enforcement agencies and the media. Typically reports directly to the Division Commander or Assistant Chief of Police depending on the department's organizational structure. Work performed in this career band differs from the Public Safety Supervisor since it involves oversight of multiple units, and a higher level of authority.

Senior Police Supervisor: Positions at this level typically lead a uniform patrol shift or squad or serve in a supervisory capacity in criminal investigations in a plainclothes assignment. May also serve in a supervisory capacity in other specialized units outside uniform patrol or criminal investigations at the discretion of the agency head.

Minimum Qualifications

A minimum of a bachelors degree or greater and 6 years of sworn law enforcement officer experience or an associates degree and 8 years of sworn law enforcement officer experience. At least 3 years of the experience requirement must have been in a supervisory role equivalent to a Police Sergeant or greater. Current certification from NC CJETSC as a commissioned police officer or certification eligible within an agency specified timeframe.

Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates

MUST HAVE VALID DRIVERS LICENSE

Preferred Qualifications

Candidate must be at least 20 years of age at time of appointment; candidate must meet physical and psychological requirements of the North Carolina Criminal Education and Standards Commission, which includes a physical exam, medical exam, psychological exam, and drug test. In addition, the UNC Greensboro Police department requires candidates to 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, drug screening, and physical. Must successfully complete the university's 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.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Ability to subdue resisting suspects and effect forcible arrest
Ability to defend oneself
Ability to operate law enforcement vehicle
Pursue fleeing suspects
Perform searches of people and buildings
Exercise independent judgement
Apply appropriate use of force options
Comprehend legal documents (i.e., citations, affidavits, and warrants)
Command emergency personnel at accidents, emergencies, and disasters
Willing to workday and night shift assignments

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 Coordinator and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

Recruitment Range

$88,844-$99,949

Org #-Department

Public Safety & Police - 57001

Job Open Date

09/11/2026

For Best Consideration Date

09/14/2026

Job Close Date

09/25/2026

Open Until Filled

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