Police Officer I- III (Pool)

Posting Details

Position Information Position Classification: Title Police Officer I Working Title: Police Officer I- III Pool Position Number: FLSA Exempt Appointment Type: Permanent - Full Time Tenure Track: No FTE: 1 Hours per Week: 40 Duration: 12 months

If time limited duration date

Department Hiring Range The salary is competitive and will be determined based on the candidates educational background, relevant experience, qualifications, and demonstrated expertise.

EEO-1 Category Professionals SOC Code: 33-3051 - Police and Sheriffs Patrol Officers

Position Overview

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Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The primary purpose of the University Police Department is to protect the lives and property, real and personal, of all personnel and visitors who frequent the campus. This unit must enforce all applicable federal, state, and local laws as well as the university rules and regulations. In addition, this unit must patrol and secure the grounds of North Carolina Central University by responding to calls and/or complaints, perform preliminary investigations of criminal and conduct incidents, record and refer complaints, complete and file reports on all incidents.

Primary Purpose of Position

The primary purpose of this position is to protect the lives and property, real and personal, of all personnel and visitors who frequent the campus. This position effectively oversees, accounts for, and secures state property, maintains a safe environment, assists and notifies the police department of upcoming events that would critically impact the North Carolina Central University community and Police & Public Safety Department. This position reports to the Field Operations Commander.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The successful candidate must possess:

• A working knowledge of criminal and traffic laws to regularly enforce criminal and traffic violations
• Knowledge of investigative techniques and case preparation requirements for the more routine traffic and criminal cases
• Knowledge of the standard law enforcement equipment, its care, and safe use according to Department General Orders
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Access Applications
• Ability to perform community policing
• Ability to complete the Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Program and become certified by the State of North Carolina through the North Carolina Criminal Justice and Training
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision to take initiative to see projects and assignments through to completion
• Interpret and analyze information to make necessary decisions
• Exercise judgment and discretion in problem-solving
• Plan, prioritize, and organize workflow
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills, along with written and oral communication skills
• Excellent editing skills
• Great interpersonal skills to interact effectively and diplomatically with a wide range of individuals in a high-pressure environment.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Minimum of High School diploma or GED
• At least probationary certification from the NC CJETSC as a commissioned police officer and successful completion of the appointing agencys designated field training program for newly appointed Campus Police Officers
• Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation:
• Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license and have an acceptable driving record
• Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer in accordance with the provisions of NC Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission
• Valid BLET certification
• A person who has certification from another state or expired NC certification must satisfactorily complete BLET portions as required by NC Criminal Justice and Training Commissions as the first scheduled offering.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) reaffirms that it has been and will continue to be the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the Universitys internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Function: Administrative

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• Knowledge - Technical:
• Possesses journey-level technical skill and knowledge in patrol operations and community policing and the ability to keep up with current developments and trends in the areas of expertise.
• Knowledge of investigative techniques for misdemeanor and less serious felonies.
• Knowledge of the requirements to obtain a search warrant and the warrant issuance process.
• Knowledge of crime scene management and fingerprint lifting tools and techniques.
• Ability to recognize community problems, analyze alternatives, recognize solutions, and follow-up.
• Function: Administrative
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• Communication Skills:
• Ability to convey information clearly and concisely to individuals or groups either verbally or in writing to ensure that they understand the information and the message.
• Ability to listen and respond appropriately to others.
• Ability to conduct community programs.
• Function: Administrative
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• Organizational Awareness and Commitment:
• Ability to understand the organizations mission, the function of the specific work unit, and how it works with other work units to serve the customer/client.
• Ability to understand the impact and implications of decisions on the community and other departments.
• Understanding of the Career Development Program to discuss career interests and career path selection.
• Ability to make suggestions for improvements in Department operations.
• Function: Administrative
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• Problem Solving:
• Ability to identify problems, determine possible solutions, and actively work to resolve the issues.
• Ability to initiate, complete, and properly document problem-solving projects focused on crime, fear of crime, and quality of life issues.
• Ability to distinguish and determine violations and take appropriate action with minimal supervision.
• Function: Administrative
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• Analytical and Conceptual Thinking:
• Ability to identify issues, obtain relevant information, relate and compare data from different sources, and identify alternative solutions.
• Ability to use discretion during criminal investigations, arrests, warrant service, and interaction with members of the community.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number: EPA03382P Open Date: 07092024 Date desired for closing or initial review: Close Date Open Until Filled: Yes Date Position Available: 08012025 Special Instructions to Applicants: This is a pooled job posting for Police Officer I, Police Officer II, and Police Officer III positions. Applications submitted to this posting will be considered for multiple current and future vacancies based on departmental needs and applicant qualifications. Qualified candidates may be referred for consideration at any of the listed levels I, II, or III depending on education, experience, certifications, and demonstrated competencies. You will be contacted directly if selected to move forward in the screening or interview process. This posting will remain open to build a pool of qualified applicants.

Applicant Documents

• Required Documents:
• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)
• List of References
• Optional Documents:
• DD-214 (Veterans Only)
• NGB23A or NGB22DD256 (National Guard Only)

Supplemental Questions

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