NSU00228- NSU Police Officer

DHRM•Norfolk, VA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Norfolk State University Police Department is responsible for the safety and security of the University community. The Police Officer enforces Commonwealth laws and University rules and regulations, and helps provide a safe and secure environment. The role involves independent patrol and inspections, arrests, investigations, evidence handling, report preparation, testimony in judicial proceedings, and education presentations and training. Officers may also coordinate and assign work within their field of assignment or expertise. The position is open to certified officer transfers who possess or have possessed Virginia law enforcement certification within the past three years, as well as new officers who have not yet completed the certification process. A $4,500 signing/retention bonus is offered for three years of continuous service after employment.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age on the date of hire.
Possess a valid driver’s license.
Demonstrated skill interpreting complex policies, procedures, and ordinances.
Demonstrated skill preparing reports.
Ability to interact and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with the general public.
Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to carry a firearm; applicants must have no felony or domestic assault convictions.
Ability to pass a physical fitness test.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Applicants must submit a diversity statement describing their commitment to diversity and inclusion and experience with diversity initiatives and/or students from underrepresented groups.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in criminal justice, or college credits in criminal justice earned through an accredited higher education institution.
Considerable experience working on a college or university campus.
Considerable knowledge of law enforcement work activities and concepts.
Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) law enforcement certification.
Virginia law enforcement certification held currently or within the past three years.

Responsibilities

Enforce the laws of the Commonwealth and the rules and regulations of the University.
Conduct independent patrols and inspections.
Make arrests and investigate incidents.
Compile and preserve evidence.
Prepare reports and testify in judicial proceedings.
Conduct education presentations and training.
Coordinate and assign work within the officer’s field of assignment or expertise.
Complete agency training programs and certifications required to perform senior law enforcement activities.