Wayne Community College Part-time Sworn Police Officer

Wayne Community College • Wayne Community College, NC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Wayne Community College seeks a part-time Sworn Police Officer to help ensure the safety and security of students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The officer enforces federal, state, and local laws, along with campus policies and regulations, and contributes to a safe, respectful, and inclusive campus environment through patrols, emergency response, crime prevention, and community engagement. Officers are expected to protect life and property, deter criminal activity, and serve the campus community with integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment.

The position works to maintain a safe learning environment and secure the main campus and college property. Duties include enforcing applicable laws, campus policies, and traffic regulations; conducting vehicle and foot patrols; securing campus buildings; and assisting students, visitors, and employees while maintaining positive working relationships with campus personnel and local law enforcement. The officer must communicate effectively in oral and written form and work outdoors in all weather conditions for extended periods. The schedule may include evenings, weekends, on-call assignments, and short-notice work. Other duties may be assigned based on departmental needs.

Applicants must provide required application materials electronically. Unofficial transcripts from degree-granting institutions must be attached to the application or submitted to Human Resources before interview consideration. Degrees must be from regionally accredited institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; official transcripts for coursework and degrees are required within 30 days of hire. For foreign degrees, an evaluation from a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services member must be submitted in place of transcripts. Applications must include supporting materials such as certifications, post-secondary transcripts, a resume, and a cover letter; paper applications are not accepted. The College is an equal opportunity employer and a tobacco-free campus.

Requirements

• Possess current Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) certification.
• Hold a valid North Carolina driver’s license.
• Meet Wayne Community College’s auto insurance eligibility requirements.
• Meet the certification requirements of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.
• Complete required criminal background checks, drug screening, and medical and psychological evaluations.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions for extended periods.
• Maintain a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends, on-call assignments, and short-notice work.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Prior law enforcement experience.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
• National Career Readiness Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe learning environment and protect the security of the main campus and college property.
• Enforce applicable state and federal laws, campus policies, and traffic regulations.
• Conduct vehicle and foot patrols and secure campus buildings.
• Assist students, visitors, and employees.
• Maintain positive working relationships with campus personnel and local law enforcement.
• Respond to emergencies, support crime prevention, and engage with the campus community.
• Perform additional duties as assigned based on departmental needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed