Part-Time Campus Police Officer

Wytheville Community College is accepting applications for a part-time Campus Police Officer who will provide a secure learning environment for staff, faculty, students, and visitors of the college. The part-time campus police officer will enforce the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Job Responsibilities Some of the job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Foot patrol of the grounds and buildings for main campus and/or off-sites
• Check doors and complete record of findings
• Secure buildings and open doors as needed
• Provide assistance to other departments within and without the college system
• Answer phones and questions from visitors in a professional and courteous manner
• Handle complaints using proper customer service methods
• Act as a liaison to emergency responders in the event of an emergency
• Complete required reports in a timely fashion ensuring the completeness
• Participate in emergency drills
• Evaluate the emergency drills process and provide feedback
• Report building and grounds deficiencies to the Maintenance Department and ensure proper warning material is used and displayed properly
• Display initiative and efficiency
• Practice good team work inside the department
• Practice regular and dependable attendance and punctuality
• Use knowledge and reasoning skills to make sound decisions that enhance the mission of the department and college
• Obtain and maintain certification in Taser, First Aid, CPR, and AED; and Complete all other training as required by the college and DCJS.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have current certification through VA DCJS (Law Enforcement) including Academy completion (required for sworn Police Officer designation)
• Must have current firearms certification and maintain such
• Must maintain First Aid and CPR training
• Must be physically able to walk considerable distances
• Must complete appropriate level of NIMS training
• Must have the ability to calmly and professionally handle simple and complex situations
• Must provide quality customer service to students, visitors, and staff
• Must be able to successfully complete all trainings as required by the college; and Must maintain certification in the use of the Taser.

Additional Considerations: Law Enforcement experience.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer