Police Officer I to III

Position Summary:

The primary purpose of the University Police Department is to protect the lives and property (real and personal) of all personnel and visitors who frequent the campus. This unit must enforce all applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as, the university rules and regulations. In addition, this unit must patrol and secure the grounds of North Carolina Central University, by responding to calls and/or complaints perform preliminary investigations of criminal and conduct incidents, record and refer complaints, complete and file reports on all incidents.

Essential Functions:

• Knowledge – Technical: Possesses journey level technical skill and knowledge in patrol operations and community policing and the ability to keep up with current developments and trends in the areas of expertise. Knowledge of investigative techniques for misdemeanor and less serious felonies. Knowledge of the requirements to obtain a search warrant and the warrant issuance process. Knowledge of crime scene management and fingerprint lifting tools and techniques. Ability to recognize community problems, analyze alternatives, recognize solutions, and follow-up.
• Communication Skills: Ability to convey information clearly and concisely to individuals or groups either verbally or in writing to ensure that they understand the information and the message. Ability to listen and respond appropriately to others. Ability to conduct community programs.
• Organizational Awareness and Commitment: Ability to understand the organization’s mission, the function of the specific work unit and how it works with other work units to serve the customer/client. Ability to understand the impact and implications of decisions on the community and other departments. Understanding of the Career Development Program to discuss career interests and career path selection. Ability to make suggestions for improvements in Department operations.
• Problem Solving: Ability to identify problems, determine possible solutions, and actively work to resolve the issues. Ability to initiate, complete, and properly document problem-solving projects focused on crime, fear of crime, and quality of life issues. Ability to distinguish and determine violations and take appropriate action with minimal supervision.
• Analytical and Conceptual Thinking: Ability to identify issues, obtain relevant information, relate and compare data from different sources, and identify alternative solutions. Ability to use discretion during criminal investigations, arrests, warrant service, and interaction with members of the community.

Requirements:

• Minimum of High School diploma or GED. At least probationary certification from the NC CJETSC as a commissioned police officer and successful completion of the appointing agency’s designated field training program for newly appointed Campus Police Officers.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record. Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer in accordance with the provisions of NC Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission. (valid BLET certification) A person who has certification from another state or expired NC certification must satisfactorily complete BLET portions as required by NC Criminal Justice and Training Commissions as the first scheduled offering.