Campus Certified Police Officer

Salary : $44,800.00 Annually

Location : Glenville, WV

Job Type : Non-classified

Job Number : 0485P00022

Division : Public Safety

Opening Date : 09 / 20 / 2024

Description

Glenville State University has two immediate opening for a Campus Police Officer . This is a 12-month, full-time position with state benefits. The Campus Police Officer position reports to the Director of Public Safety. The primary purpose for this position is to provide and maintain a safe and secure environment for Faculty, Staff, Students and Visitors at Glenville State University by providing a variety of security and police services. The position provides a visible, mobile presence throughout the entire campus to ensure all persons accomplish their educational and business objectives.

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.

Distinguishing Characteristics : Patrols campus in vehicles and on foot daily and during special events. Enforces all laws, regulations, and policies as needed. This is a non-supervisory position working under general supervision with a supervisor available daily as needed.

Examples of Duties

General Duties and Responsibilities : The following statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the individuals in this job classification. Essential functions may vary based on the specific area of specialty.

• 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.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications : 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.

Licensure / Certification Required : 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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

Physical / Work Demands : Requires long periods of standing, bending and lifting up to 50 lbs., running, jumping, climbing, and physical interaction with public. Required to work varying and rotating shifts.

Supplemental Information

Apply online at or by email at

Screening of all applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Glenville State University is proud of its commitment to affirmative action.

Minorities, women, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

As an agency of State government, Glenville State University provides a wide variety of benefits to its employees. Some benefits are mandatory to both the college and employees, while some benefits are elective by employees. Some benefits are free to employees while some benefits require employee contributions.

Current year details regarding plan options and monthly premium costs can be obtained by logging onto the PEIA Web site at www.wvpeia.com or by contacting the GSU payroll department.

Life Insurance : $10,000 free to employees, optional coverage up to $500,000 based on age and salary. Additional plans are available for spouse and child coverage.

Accidental Death Insurance : Optional employee or family plan of $25,000 to $100,000. For details contact the payroll department.

Retirement Plan : The college matches your 6 percent contribution (tax exempt dollars) towards TIAA / CREF or Teacher's Retirement System. Thus, 12 percent of your gross salary is working for your retirement income. New employees must join TIAA / CREF.

TIAA Total Disability Benefits Plan : Optional employees coverage that provides (1) monthly income and (2) payments of premiums to your TIAA / CREF retirement plan to participating employees who suffer total, long-term disabilities. The cost is adjusted according to individual salary on a yearly basis. Employees become eligible upon completion of the first year of employment.

Salary : $44,800 - $500,000