Police Officer (Law Enforcement Officer I)

State of Virginia•Fauquier County, VA

30d•$20 - $27

About The Position

The Police Officer is responsive to the safety and security needs of a diverse population of students, faculty, staff and visitors at a multi-campus college; to protect life and property and enforce laws of the Commonwealth, as well as the rules and regulations of the college within the appropriate jurisdictional confines; and, to serve the community by providing professional and efficient police and safety services. Compensation: The hourly pay range for this position is $19.86 - $26.81; however, the actual rate will be commensurate with competencies and experience. The position is part-time and, as such, cannot exceed 29 hours per week and is not eligible for health or leave benefits. However, the position may offer educational benefits through our professional development and educational assistance policies. Telework According to DHRM policy 1.61 Teleworking, effective July 5, 2022, Virginia state employees will return to the workplace. Consistent with pre-pandemic policies, telework may be an option for certain eligible positions. Eligible positions are determined by the type of work and job requirements of the position, as defined by heads of agencies.

Requirements

Must be certified or willing to complete all legal and regulatory requirements to become certified as a law enforcement officer in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Must maintain law enforcement officer certification to include completing the minimum in-service education requirements established by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS).
Must be able to function mentally and physically under stress and in emergency situations.
Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
Must possess considerable knowledge of law enforcement, as well as security and safety concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques.
Must possess considerable knowledge of customer service practices and principles.
Must demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately handle agency-issued weapons and qualify annually in the use of agency-issued firearms in accordance with the minimum standards established by DCJS.
Must demonstrate the ability to operate a department motor vehicle safely.
Must demonstrate the ability to give clear oral and written instructions to elicit compliance with law, policies, and regulations in both routine and emergency situations.
Must be able to gather information and write factual reports.
Must be able to testify truthfully and factually in legal hearings and court.
Must never have been convicted of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude.
Must be willing to travel between multiple LAUREL RIDGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE locations and work various shifts.
Per VA Code § 15.2-1705 - must have a high school education or equivalent
Must be at least 21 years of age upon graduation from a basic law enforcement academy.
Must possess a valid driver's license recognized by the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, and possess current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification or complete the training when assigned by the department.
Must successfully complete a background check and drug screen test

Nice To Haves

Proven academic excellence and subject matter knowledge, which may be evidenced by training, experience, and/or an associate's degree
Current or former DCJS General and/or Specialty Instructor Certification
Previous experience as a campus law enforcement officer