Police Officer (part-time)
About The Position
Richard Bland College (RBC) is a two-year, residential liberal arts institution dedicated to preparing students for successful transfer to top-ranked colleges and universities. The Department of Campus Safety & Police at Richard Bland College is seeking a DCJS-certified, experienced police officer to join our team in a part-time capacity. This is an excellent opportunity for a law enforcement professional who values community engagement and campus-based policing in a close-knit academic environment. The mission of the Richard Bland College Department of Campus Safety & Police is to foster a safe, secure, and welcoming living, learning, and working environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The department is deeply committed to a community-oriented policing model, grounded in the core values of Integrity, Community Focus, Competence, and Impartial Policing. Officers are encouraged to take a proactive role in the campus community, participate in outreach and educational initiatives, and contribute ideas for programs that enhance safety and trust. This position offers meaningful engagement beyond traditional law enforcement duties. Reporting directly to the Police Captain, this position is responsible for protecting the Richard Bland College community through the enforcement of Virginia state laws and College policies. Duties include comprehensive patrols within the department’s statutory jurisdiction, emergency medical response, traffic enforcement, incident investigation, and active participation in campus and community policing efforts.
Requirements
- Comprehensive knowledge of Virginia traffic and criminal laws and their application
- Demonstrated experience with investigative techniques, emergency procedures, and safety protocols
- Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle
- Training and demonstrated competence as an emergency medical responder
- Strong time management, multitasking, leadership, and crisis management skills
- Proficiency in firearms handling and approved physical restraint techniques
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse population
- Ability to maintain positive working relationships and follow written and verbal directives
- Proficiency with personal computers and current software applications
- DCJS Law Enforcement Certification
- Ability to successfully complete the current DCJS Physical Ability Course
- High School diploma or GED
- Possess valid Virginia driver's license
- U. S. citizen
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- No convictions of felonies and/or serious misdemeanors
- Current certification as a law enforcement officer by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services
- Successfully pass all phases of the police officer selection process to include: physical agility test, extensive background investigation, MMPI, polygraph examination, interview, and a medical and drug screening by a physician.
Nice To Haves
- Law enforcement experience (preferred in a campus environment).
- Completed FEMA/NIMS IS-100, and IS-700
- Current certification in First Aid and CPR
Responsibilities
- Patrol campus property to ensure the safety of students, employees, and visitors
- Enforce Commonwealth of Virginia laws and College policies and regulations
- Respond to emergencies and provide emergency medical assistance
- Conduct traffic enforcement, accident response, and parking enforcement
- Investigate incidents and complete accurate, timely reports
- Participate in community engagement, outreach, and prevention initiatives
- Perform additional duties as assigned in support of departmental and College missions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
