Campus Police Officer

Posting Details

Position Information


Job Category
Staff


Position Title
Campus Police Officer


Working Title
Campus Police Officer


Scheduled Hours Per Week
37.5


FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Job Summary


Job Summary


To protect and serve the community members of Concord University by enforcing internal policies, federal and state laws which provides a safe environment.

Campus police officers are responsible for maintaining safety and security on Concord University's campus. They patrol their assigned areas, respond to calls for service, investigate crimes and other incidents, and provide assistance to individuals in need.

Campus police officers must be able to handle a wide range of situations-from responding to emergencies to handling minor infractions. They may also be tasked with providing general assistance to students, faculty, and staff such as giving directions or helping someone who is lost find the right building.

Duties and Responsibilities


Duty/Responsibility

• Patrol entire campus to observe persons and property to reduce and prevent criminal activities.
• Patrol campus, direct traffic and provide crowd control during special events such as athletic events and other similar activities which draw large crowds of people.
• Enforce all federal, state and University laws, rules and regulations.
• Investigate criminal complaints and both traffic and non-traffic accidents by collecting and preserving evidence, interviewing witnesses and interrogating suspects, searching records, and surveillance activities.
• Testify in court or University hearing to knowledge of or actions taken in regard to matters of interest to the courts or University.
• Watch for fire, fire hazards, safety hazards, and other dangerous or damaging situations and respond appropriately.
• Administer first-aid to injured or sick persons and provide or arrange for necessary transportation.
• As needed, escort persons making cash deposits, ensuring the safety of those individuals transporting large sums of money.
• Assist the general public by answering inquiries, providing directions and other similar general service activities.
• Perform special protective assignments with particular persons or property.
• Assists in law enforcement, crime prevention, and the protection of persons and property in the community, including assisting local, county and state agencies in a cooperative group effort to obtain law and order.
• Other duties as required.

% of Time
100

Education/Knowledge


Minimum Education
Associate's


Required Licenses/Certification


Associates degree or equivalent law enforcement experience (civilian or military)

• WV Certified police applicants preferred.
• Non-certified officers applying must complete and pass WV State Police physical standards and if chosen must complete 16-week basic course at the WV State Police academy.

Requirements
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to maintain law enforcement officer certification.
• Ability to pass physical agility testing.
• Following hire, must qualify for, attend, and complete the West Virginia Basic Law Enforcement Academy within one year, if not already qualified.

Required Skills

• Ability to communicate with individuals at all levels within the organization and the general public in a clear and professional manner.
• Ability to rapidly learn University and Department of Public Safety policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform defensive tactics to protect self.
• Ability to react quickly in emergency situations.
• Ability to learn police practices and philosophies.
• Physical capability to perform duties of position.
• Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare report.

Required Experience


Type of experience Needed
Law enforcement or a related field, such as military police experience, prefered


Amount of Experience Needed (Months/Years)
More than 3 years


Type of experience Needed
Ability to communicate and handle public in a professional manner, including ability to resolve difficult disputes


Amount of Experience Needed (Months/Years)
More than 3 years

Posting Detail Information


Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


Additional Information

All successful applicants must have an extensive background check.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Concord University is a public comprehensive university with a rich history as one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in West Virginia. Founded in 1872 as a state Normal School to prepare teachers, Concord University (CU) is a public, career focused institution located in rural southern West Virginia.

Concord University (CU) offers talented individuals a wide array of fulfilling career opportunities from entry through academic or administrative professional levels. To maintain an outstanding talent pool, we employ individuals regionally, nationally, and internationally to attract top candidates.

If you are looking for more than just a job, then I encourage you to browse our website and visit our job opportunities regularly. Learn more about Concord University and why it should be your first choice, not only for quality educational opportunities but also for exemplary employment.

Applications will only be accepted through Concord University's online application site at . Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

We are committed to attracting and retaining quality faculty and staff. In doing so, Concord University offers outstanding benefit packages including:

• Work week of 37.5 hrs.
• Holidays - Employees receive 13-14 Paid Holidays Annually
• Annual and Sick Leave -Staff earn up to 24 days of annual leave per year (max 360 hours) and up to 18 days of sick leave per year.
• Health Insurance - Concord University offers health insurance through West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA).
• Tuition and Fee Waivers- Professional development and education opportunities including tuition waiver program for employees, spouse, and eligible dependents.
• Retirement Plans - TIAA's automatic retirement plan is a 401(a) plan into which six (6) percent of the employee's total salary is automatically withheld pre-tax and deposited into the employee's TIAA retirement account. The university matches the employees 6% contribution
• Life Insurance - Basic term life insurance ($10,000) at no cost and may purchase optional life insurance coverage with pre-tax earnings.
• Mountaineer Flexible Benefits. This is an IRS approved, tax free account that saves money on eligible health, medical, dental, and dependent care expenses.
• Annual Increment Pay

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