Law Enforcement Officer I

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Law Enforcement Officer I Role Title Law Enforcement Officer I Role Code 69071-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 03 Position Number 29800111 Agency Laurel Ridge Community College Division Laurel Ridge Community College (Div) Work Location Frederick - 069 Hiring Range The hiring range for this position is $41,307.00 - $55,764.00. Salary will be commensurate with competencies and experience. Emergency/Essential Personnel Yes EEO Category D-Protective Service Worker Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule
Position schedule Monday - Friday. Evenings and weekends may be required based on scheduling needs.
Sensitive Position No Job Description

Responsive to the safety and security needs of a diverse population of faculty, staff,
students and visitors at a multi-campus college; to protect life and property and enforce laws of the Commonwealth and the rules and regulations of the college within the appropriate jurisdictional parameters; and, to serve the college community by providing professional and efficient police and safety services. The primary purpose of the position is to provide for the safety and security of people and property within the jurisdictional parameters of the position. Concurrently, the position has the vital purpose of advancing the college’s mission and image as a dynamic and positive academic environment.

Classified: Compensation and Benefits

The hiring range for this position is $41,307.00 - $55,764.00. Salary will be commensurate with competencies and experience. with funding through June 30, 2023.

The position is classified staff and as such is eligible for the benefits package offered by the Commonwealth of Virginia for state agencies. For more information, please visit www.dhrm.virginia.gov

Telework


According to DHRM policy 1.61 Teleworking , effective July 5, 2022, Virginia state employees will return to the workplace. Consistent with pre-pandemic policies, telework may be an option for certain eligible positions. Eligible positions are determined by the type of work and job requirements of the position, as defined by heads of agencies.

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Laurel Ridge Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA ), Laurel Ridge will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application, interviewing, and selection process. Please email eeo@laurelridge.edu for further information.

Sponsorship of an employee’s work authorization takes time and requires an ongoing financial investment. Therefore, Laurel Ridge Community College does not have funding to sponsor potential employees in the US on a work visa. We consistently follow this funding model to ensure our practices are not discriminatory. Exceptions would require approval from the college president.

Laurel Ridge Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. While honoring bona fide occupational exceptions as needed, the college shall promote and maintain equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including lactation, age, status as a veteran, national origin, or other non-merit factors. The college also promotes a safe working environment and prohibits sexual misconduct, including sexual violence and harassment. Know your rights!
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Must be certified or willing to complete all legal and regulatory requirements to obtain and maintain certification as a law enforcement officer in the Commonwealth of Virginia as defined in Code of Virginia § 15.2-1705 to include not having committed any of the infractions defined in Code of Virginia § 15.2-1707.B.
• Must be able to function mentally and physically under stress and emergency situations to include gathering information and completing documentation in accordance with professional standards and department policy.
• Must demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately handle agency issued weapons and qualify annually in the use of agency issued firearms and less-than-lethal weapons in accordance with the minimum standards established by DCJS and the department.
• Must demonstrate the ability to operate state and department vehicles in accordance with laws, regulations, and department policy.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to include the ability to give clear oral and written instructions to elicit compliance with law, policies and regulations in both routine and emergency situations.
• Must be able to testify truthfully and factually in official hearings including court.

Additional Considerations

• Must have a high school education or have passed a high school equivalency examination recognized by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Be at least 21 years of age upon graduation from a basic law enforcement academy.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license recognized by the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Possess and maintain current CPR / AED /First Aid Certification or complete the training when assigned by the department.
• Must successfully complete a background check and drug screen test.

Operation of a State Vehicle Yes Supervises Employees No Required Travel
Travel as per any required duties of the position, such as to sites/campuses and any training. Ability to cover assignments throughout the college service region as necessary for the job is required.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number CLS_3230P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 08/15/2024 Job Close Date 08/29/2024 Open Until Filled Agency Website http://www.laurelridge.edu Contact Name Faith Gaile Email fgaile@laurelridge.edu Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants
Upload cover letter (this is optional, but recommended) and resume (this is optional, but recommended) and unofficial transcripts (this is optional for all positions except faculty, clinical instructors and tutors). Reference checks, background screenings, and eVerify are required for all Laurel Ridge positions. Satisfactory reference, background screenings are a condition of employment.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155. Please note: Certificates of Disabilities that were issued between April 2022 & February 29, 2024, will continue to be valid for applying to state jobs.
Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System, anEEOemployer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, theVCCSis committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
TheVCCSis anEOEand Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
E-Verify Statement
VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.