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Johnson C. Smith University

Police Officer (Sworn)

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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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Job Description

Salary:
$1,539.20 - $1,760.00
Biweekly Location:
Charlotte Job Type:
Full-Time Staff Job Number:
202300126
Division:
Operational Excellence Department:
Public Safety Opening Date:
09/29/2023
Closing Date:
Continuous Responsibilities This role is fully in person (not remote or hybrid). Under occasional supervision, performs general law enforcement duties to ensure the strict enforcement of state and local laws and University rules and regulations relating to public safety and welfare. Reports to the shift supervisor or, in the absence of a supervisor, the Director of Campus Police. Performs general law enforcement duties, including patrolling campus; checking property for security; conducting room searches; maintaining order and public safety; issuing traffic/parking tickets; apprehending and arresting suspects; questioning suspects; collecting and preserving evidence; assisting crime and accident victims; investigating alarms, etc. Maintains security at the University's main entrance; monitors entering vehicles and pedestrians; provides directions and assistance to visitors as requested. Receives and responds to student and citizen inquiries, complaints and requests for assistance. Responds to and assists in all medical emergencies. Prepares and submits incident reports. Monitors campus vehicles for properly dated parking decals. Monitors campus exterior lighting for proper and safe working condition. Assists in conducting fire drills and in evacuating buildings. Provides crowd, parking and traffic control for athletic events, special University/ public events, etc. Qualifications Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by required training and one to two years of experience as a security guard or in law enforcement, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and experience. Must possess a valid Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) certification and state driver's license. Supplemental Information To apply, please include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three Supervisory references. Finalists for this position are subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.