Police Officer

Job no: 25001389
Work type: Full Time
Location: UMW
Categories: Staff

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Title: Police Officer

VP Area: Student Affairs - UMW

Department: University Police/Public Safety

Campus Location: Main Campus

Advertised Range: Commensurate with experience up to $64,754

Job Summary/Basic Functions

We're looking for a passionate individual to join our organization as a University Police Officer. The Police Offer performs law enforcement, crime prevention, security and related public safety functions within state controlled property. To protect life, property and enforce the rules and regulations of University of Mary Washington as well as the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia in such a manner which supports the mission of the University. Additionally, to provide a safe environment which is conducive to the education of students, and promotes harmony for all members of the University community.

Required KSAs/Competencies/Qualifications

  • Knowledge of and experience in the principles and techniques of law enforcement, security, crime detection and prevention, as well as criminal investigation.
  • Mandatory certification by the Department of Criminal Justice Services as a Law Enforcement Officer.
  • Proficiency with and experience in the use of police equipment relevant to the job; to include the use of carried weapons.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate both orally and in writing, with diverse groups of employees, students and members of the general public; to interpret laws, polices, and regulations governing the operation of the institution; the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia and the United States of America.

 

Required Education:

  • Graduation from a high school or equivalency.

 

Additional Considerations:

Experience

  • CIT Certified
  • DCJS General Instructor

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. To be considered for this position a state application must be received through the online employment system at https://jobs.umw.edu/.

Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a criminal history background check. Employment verification will be conducted to include current/previous supervisory employment reference checks. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions. For more information, please visit http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/.

The University of Mary Washington is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status. We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

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