Police Officer

Police Officer

Location: Elon University Campus

Title: Police Officer

Position Type: Staff Full-Time

Days Per Week: 12-hour shift work schedule

VP Area: Finance and Administration

Department: Campus Safety & Police

The primary purpose of the Elon University Campus Safety & Police Department is to protect life and property while maintaining an atmosphere conducive to the educational mission of the University. The primary purpose of this position is to perform a variety of law enforcement, security, safety and community service duties associated with the protection of life and property and maintenance of order.

Responsible for the detection and prevention of crime and the enforcement of all State and local laws, rules, policies and procedures while maintaining an atmosphere conducive to the educational mission of Elon University. Use problem-solving and communications skills to effectively interact with the multi-cultural and diverse campus population to resolve public safety issues.

As an Elon University employee, you ll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Ranked among the most innovative, creative and best-run universities in the nation, Elon s personal approach to education extends to employees, whose growth, professional development and success is a hallmark of our training and advancement opportunities.

Elon University s home is the charming town of Elon, North Carolina, a small, friendly community located a short distance from the beach and the mountains, and among the vibrant cities of Greensboro, Raleigh and Durham. In addition to the beautiful canopy of historic oak trees iconic to our campus, you ll find boundless opportunities for family-friendly recreation, cultural events and outdoor activities.

Hiking, water sports, fine dining and entertainment are just a few of the many happenings in the Elon area, making the region one of the nation s premier travel destinations.

Employees at Elon enjoy a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 28 annual days off, including holidays and vacation.
• Immediate tuition remission for undergraduate courses
• Tuition remission for approved graduate-level courses after 12 months of employment.
• Retirement plan with an 8 percent contribution from the university.
• Immediate eligibility for health, dental and vision insurance, along with free acute care and lab services at our onsite Health & Wellness Clinic.
• Free use of campus fitness facilities.
• Free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and our Division I Phoenix athletics.
• Eligibility for tuition remission at Elon for spouses, qualifying domestic partners and dependents begins at two years of service. After two years of employment, eligibility begins for participation in the Tuition Exchange, a national scholarship exchange program that enables dependents to enroll in nationally recognized partner colleges and universities.

Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon s principles of diversity extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one s identity. At Elon, our employees respect human differences, passion for lifelong learning, emphasis on personal integrity and an ethic of service.

Minimum Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Vocational or technical training

Preferred Education and Experience

• Associate degree, or vocational or technical school degree
• Bachelor s degree

• Must be certified or be able to obtain certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice and Standards Division as a Law Enforcement Officer.
• Must be able to obtain certification from the Department of Justice as a Campus Law Enforcement officer under G.S.74-G.
• Must possess (or be able to obtain within 90 days) and maintain a…