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Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College

Police Officer

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What they do

A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.

$68,993 / year median in North Carolina

+5% projected growth

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Posting Details

Position Summary Information

Position Title Police Officer

Position Type Part Time Regular

Annual Schedule N/A

Expected Work Schedule Variable

Anticipated Days Variable

Anticipated Hours Variable

Anticipated Hours per Week Variable-up to 25 hours per week

Work Location A-B Tech Main Campus

Job Description Summary Provides an environment that allows students, staff, faculty and visitors to interact in safe and secure surroundings. Actively supports the educational activities of the college through safety, security and law enforcement services. These services will meet the highest level of approval and the candidate will constantly strive to anticipate the needs of the Community College.

Duties 1. Maintains complete confidentiality with regard to all campus information no matter the source, content, or how the information is acquired.

2. Utilizes technology such as computers, radio systems, telephones, and other communication equipment.

3. Manages and directs employees in general patrol, traffic enforcement and investigative work.

4. Possesses exceptional communication and negotiation skills to maintain the dual relationship of law enforcement and public service to a constituency of students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

5. Enforces the laws of the State of North Carolina and the United States.

6. Responds to emergency, medical, and other required situations.

7. Contributes to the College Vision, Mission, Values, and Welcoming College statement.

8. Supports workforce diversity in all its aspects.

9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements (Applicant must meet all of the minimum requirements) 1. High school diploma or equivalency Relevant Degree(s):

2. Must meet the requirements to become a sworn Police Officer in North Carolina.;

3. NC Basic Law Enforcement Certificate (other state General Certification is acceptable, however, must obtain NC General Certification within one year of start date), or NC LEO Probationary Certification or NC LEO General Certification;

4. Valid NC Drivers' License (or must obtain within 60 days of start date)

Preferred Qualifications 1. Experience with a NC law enforcement agency and a current North Carolina Probationary Law Enforcement Certification (N11).

2. Two years of full-time experience with a NC law enforcement agency and a current General Law Enforcement Certification (N12).

3. AAS Degree or higher level of education.

4. CPR/First Aid/AED Certification or EMT Certification.

5. Proficiency in a foreign language such as Spanish, an East Slavic language, and/or American Sign Language.

Special Instructions to Applicants Looking to fill this position immediately.

Applicant Should:

1. Read the following before submitting the

Application:

Application Selection Process

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2.

Upload Required Documents:

When applicable, upload the relevant transcript that correlates to the degree requirement in the minimum requirement or preferred qualifications with in the job posting. The transcript must show the individual courses taken and the degree that is conferred or awarded.

PLEASE NOTE

DIPLOMAS

OR A COPY OF DEGREE IS NOT ACCEPTABLE INSTEAD OF TRANSCRIPT
If selected for hire:

If selected for hire, official sealed transcripts from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education are required to be received a minimum of two business weeks before the first day of work.

Transcripts outside of the United States, must be accompanied by an evaluation completed by a NACES recognized agency and received by Human Resources at least two weeks prior to the first day of work.

PLEASE NOTE

FAILURE

TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN THE WITHDRAWAL OF THE JOB OFFER.

Why Should I Work at A-B Tech? A-B Tech is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina and has served as the region's premier two-year college since our establishment in 1959.

With four locations, the College service area includes Buncombe and Madison Counties. We are a family of approximately:

10,000 curriculum students

14,000 continuing education students

1,100 faculty & staff

We offer an array of programs to meet local workforce needs which culminate in:

71 degrees

30 diplomas

122 certificates

A-B Tech is indicative of the modern comprehensive community college - providing innovative educational programming and collaborative community development.

If you are dedicated to student and community success, then we invite you to explore employment opportunities at A-B Tech. We hope you will consider joining the A-B Tech Trailblazer family!

A-B Tech Welcoming Culture (R.I.S.E) A-B Tech commits to demonstrating an inclusive and welcoming culture of Respect, Integrity, Support, and Equity for Everyone.

This is evident by our RISE Committee, the Trailblazer RISE Award, and annual RISE projects including the Welcoming Classroom, Appreciative Advising, and more!

A-B Tech is looking for: A person who shares our commitment to sustaining a workplace that offers equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability genetic information/medical history, age, and/or veteran/military status. In addition, the College prohibits discrimination based on any characteristic or condition protected by law, but not specifically mentioned here.

Position Summary

Posting Detail Information

Review Date:

(Application should be submitted by 8:00 a.m. EST on this date for consideration) Start Date Keep Open Until Filled Yes

Salary or Hourly Pay Range (Salary is Non-Negotiable) $20.56 - $21.17

Total Compensation Benefits Summary Questions A-B Tech's Human Resources (HR) department is located on the main campus at the Sunnicrest House. This beautiful Tudor-style Historic house served as a private residence for guests of the Vanderbilt family for the first century of the home's life. Today you will find a professional HR family that is dedicated to ensuring all employees and applicants receive fast and accurate answers, compassion, fairness, and kindness from Monday through Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. To ensure a prompt hiring process, please read the application directions located on the HR website. For questions, you may email us at hr@abtech.edu.

We look forward to welcoming you to our A-B Tech family!