Campus Police Officer

Banner Elk, NC
Lees-McRae College

Position Summary:

Performs a wide variety of law enforcement functions, including but not limited to campus patrol and security, crime prevention, criminal investigations, community service and assistance, and other law enforcement-related duties.

Essential Functions:

  • Utilizes relationship based, community building, proactive policing techniques to ensure human safety and the security of campus property.
  • Utilizes sound professional judgement and training to resolve various law enforcement scenarios within a diverse community.
  • Respond to emergency situations providing basic first aid, liaison with other police or emergency agency personnel, as appropriate.
  • Apprehends and/or identifies suspects, investigates, arrests, cites, and charges criminal suspects per North Carolina General Statutes and all other applicable laws.
  • Prepare written reports, collect evidence, and gather victim/witness statements of criminal acts or violations of college policy.
  • Maintains high visibility patrolling campus property on foot and by vehicle to identify hazardous conditions, take corrective measures to reduce or eliminate hazards to persons or college property.
  • Monitor police and fire department radio channels and emergency phone lines and respond to calls for service in a timely manner.
  • Perform traffic control duties and motorist assistance.
  • Leads and participates in crime prevention and campus safety training programs as required.
  • Assists with training of newly hired Campus Police Officers and College Security Officers.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • High School or High School Equivalency diploma.
  • Current Law Enforcement Certification or the ability to meet the standards required for employment and certification as a law enforcement officer in North Carolina, including completion of the Basic Law Enforcement Training course.
  • Clear criminal background check and psychological exam.
  • Valid NC driver’s license and clean driving record.
  • Professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Computer skills (Microsoft Word/Excel).
  • Ability to regularly work various hours and/or overtime.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Post-secondary degree in criminal justice or related field.
  • Prior law enforcement experience.
  • CPR, First-Aid, and/or AED certifications.