Law Enforcement Officer I- CERTIFIED

Title: Law Enforcement Officer I- CERTIFIED

Employee Classification: Law Enforcement Officer I

Hiring Range:up to $60,000

Agency:Virginia State University

Location: Virginia State University

Division: Chief of Staff

Academic Unit: Office of the President

Department:Department of Police and Public Safety

Agency Website: www.vsu.edu

Job Summary/Basic Functions

Protects life, property and enforces the laws of the Commonwealth and regulations of the University within appropriate jurisdictional confines. Conducts campus patrols; investigates complaints, suspicious activities, and crime/traffic accidents; makes arrests and issues citations. Gives court testimony and initiates written reports. Safely operate police vehicles and communications equipment. Interact professionally with students, community agencies, and visitors, and other duties as assigned when needed.

Candidates must pass a comprehensive background investigation, including a psychological, medical, and drug screening. Must never have been convicted of a felony or crime of moral turpitude. An applicant selected for this position and is currently employed by a Virginia State agency must complete a new probationary period.

Minimum Qualifications

The candidate MUST possess a current Virginia Law Enforcement certification.

Must have one year of experience as a sworn Law Enforcement Officer.

Must have a working knowledge of civil and criminal law, law enforcement and basic safety practices/procedures, and the judicial system.

Must have the ability to function mentally and physically under stress in emergencies.

Must have the ability to handle firearms and operate a motor vehicle safely.

Must have the knowledge necessary to apply and interpret laws, rules, or regulations; work independently and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; prepare comprehensive reports; conduct investigations or other research; and resolve problems.

Required to have a valid Virginia Driver's License.

Required to have a High School diploma or GED.

MUST be a US citizen.

Additional Considerations:

Must have obtained certification as a Law Enforcement Officer mandated by the Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS).