Campus Certified Police Officer

Glenville, WV
Glenville State University

Salary: $44,800.00 Annually

Position Summary:

Supports the University by establishing and maintaining a safe atmosphere for the faculty, staff, students, and visitors at GSU by providing police and security services.

Essential Functions:

  • Patrols campus checking buildings for deficiencies that make the institution vulnerable to criminal acts.
  • Performs patrols during special events, such as athletic events and concerts.
  • Directs traffic before, during and after these events.
  • Provides crowd control which can include subduing large numbers of people.
  • Enforces all Federal, State, Local, and University laws, regulations, and policies.
  • Enforces campus parking and traffic regulations.
  • Makes arrests in accordance with Departmental policies.
  • Investigates traffic-related and general complaints.
  • Testifies in court as necessary.
  • Watches for hazards and other dangerous or damaging situations.
  • Provides police escorts as needed to protect property or people.
  • Operates communications dispatch unit.
  • Performs related duties as assigned or as directed.

Requirements:

  • Requires an associate’s degree in criminal justice or a related field, plus a minimum of six (6) months work experience as a certified police officer; OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
  • Requires the possession of a valid/current driver’s license;
  • Employee must possess and maintain WV law enforcement certification or equivalent from another state.
  • Must be bondable upon background check.