Public Safety Officer

The primary purpose of this University police Department is to enforce local, state laws, and to protect lives and university property; patrol the campus, to prevent crimes through high visibility; to investigate crimes occurring on the campus and to respond to emergency situations.
Sworn officers within the police department have the powers and authority vested in peace officers as authorized by the General Statutes of North Carolina. Such powers and authorities are granted for the purpose of enforcing North Carolina state laws, 74G, preserving peace at the University, suppressing disturbances, preventing crimes, and apprehending offenders.

The successful candidate will be eligible to receive a Sign-On Bonus in the amount up to $5,000.

****Recruitment Range: $39,229 to $62,250**** The primary purpose of this position is to provide law enforcement services and functions to the University community.

Knowledge - Technical - 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. Understanding and performance of community policing.

Communication Skills - Ability to communicate effectively through interpersonal interactions and written documentation. Knowledge of the court process and ability to clearly and concisely present evidence.

Organizational Awareness and Commitment - Understanding of department vision, mission and core values.

Problem Solving - Understanding of criminal activities and trends and ability to detect crimes.

Analytical and Conceptual Thinking - Ability to differentiate between routine crimes, serious crimes, and emergencies and initiate appropriate action.

Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer in accordance with the provisions of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Training and Standards Commission or the ability to achieve certification within one year of employment.

Rotating

This position is Subject to the State Human Resources Act.

If there are no applicants in the pool who meet the competency level (knowledge, skills and abilities) required for the position, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Elizabeth City State University State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Elizabeth City State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.