What are the responsibilities and job description for the Investigator position at Virginia's Community College System?
Working Title Investigator Role Title Law Enforcement Officer II Role Code 69072-FP FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 04 Position Number 280W0335 Agency Northern VA Community College Division NV280-VP Administration Work Location Fairfax County - 059 Hiring Range $38/hr Emergency/Essential Personnel Yes EEO Category D-Protective Service Worker Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule
Police Department schedule
General Description
Sensitive Position Yes Job Description
This position is responsible for serving and protecting NVCC campuses, off-site centers, and property through crime prevention activities. Activities include, but are not limited to patrolling, investigating (reported and suspected) criminal activity, and enforcing State traffic laws. Law Enforcement Officers also interact with the public in a fair and impartial manner, regardless of situation, while on-duty at NVCC campuses and centers. NOVA Officers have full authority to enforce State laws and regulations as found in all other police departments within the Commonwealth of Virginia.
The NOVA Police Department is established as a College-wide entity with the responsibility to maintain safety and security of all employees, students and visitors, and property owned or controlled by the College. As such, all police department employees are subject to short-term and long-term reassignments that may include different locations, rotating schedules and duties dependent on the needs of the Department and/or staff professional development.
Duties And Tasks
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSAs
KSA's/Required Qualifications
Occasional travel between NOVA campuses maybe required.
Posting Number WGE_2338P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 2 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 01/17/2025 Job Close Date 05/31/2025 Open Until Filled No Agency Website www.nvcc.edu Contact Name Email Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information
Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.
At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College.
NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.
We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu.
The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports.
Employees must reside in Virginia, Maryland or District of Columbia.
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/81195
Police Department schedule
General Description
Sensitive Position Yes Job Description
This position is responsible for serving and protecting NVCC campuses, off-site centers, and property through crime prevention activities. Activities include, but are not limited to patrolling, investigating (reported and suspected) criminal activity, and enforcing State traffic laws. Law Enforcement Officers also interact with the public in a fair and impartial manner, regardless of situation, while on-duty at NVCC campuses and centers. NOVA Officers have full authority to enforce State laws and regulations as found in all other police departments within the Commonwealth of Virginia.
The NOVA Police Department is established as a College-wide entity with the responsibility to maintain safety and security of all employees, students and visitors, and property owned or controlled by the College. As such, all police department employees are subject to short-term and long-term reassignments that may include different locations, rotating schedules and duties dependent on the needs of the Department and/or staff professional development.
Duties And Tasks
- This position conducts thorough criminal investigations, background investigations, investigates suspected criminal activity, and investigates other complaints.
- Ensures security for College and personal property at the College through crime prevention activities and patrol.
- Ensure safety of the community through the enforcement of State laws and College regulations. This is accomplished by patrol efforts, by possible shift rotation, by interacting with the public in a fair and impartial manner regardless of situation, and by enforcing the laws and regulations through use of the same police powers as found in all other police departments in cities, towns, and counties in the Commonwealth.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSAs
KSA's/Required Qualifications
- Knowledge of the principles and techniques of law enforcement, investigation, security, crime detection and prevention.
- Demonstrated knowledge and skill in the use of police equipment and weaponry.
- Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the Commonwealth of Virginia laws, local ordinances, and College policies.
- Must meet physical and mental job demands.
- Ability to maintain DCJS certification.
- Ability to effectively testify in court proceedings.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Ability to speak and understand English.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Good computer skills.
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Must be a United States citizen
- Must have certification as a Law Enforcement Officer by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services or eligible for reinstatement
- Licensed driver with insurable driving record
- Law enforcement experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Successfully pass background investigation
- Experience investigating sexual assault cases.
- Experience in crime scene processing.
- Experience with the Jeanne Clery Act.
- Experience in campus police setting.
- Bilingual
Occasional travel between NOVA campuses maybe required.
Posting Number WGE_2338P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 2 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 01/17/2025 Job Close Date 05/31/2025 Open Until Filled No Agency Website www.nvcc.edu Contact Name Email Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information
Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.
At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College.
NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.
We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu.
The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports.
Employees must reside in Virginia, Maryland or District of Columbia.
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/81195
Salary : $38
