Campus Police Officers - University Police Department

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The University Police Department at West Virginia University is seeking applications for Campus Police Officer positions to advance WVU's values of Service, Curiosity, Respect, Accountability, and Appreciation. WVU's Police Department is a 24/7, community-based, progressive agency that provides officers the flexibility to do good work for all faculty, staff, students and visitors. Applying to this position today allows you to be considered for Campus Police Officer vacancies as they become available  Campus Police Officers are state certified and sworn police officers with the same authority as other law enforcement agencies under WV Law.

The department offers opportunities for advancement, ongoing training, and the potential to work in specialized units, helping officers grow within the University Police Department. For additional information, please visit the WVU Police Department website.

We emphasize work-life balance and offer generous benefits.

• Patrol assigned area on campus to observe persons and property, reducing and preventing criminal activity.
• Educate the public on security practices and promote crime prevention participation.
• Perform static or dynamic patrol, traffic direction, and provide crowd management during events such as concerts and athletic events.
• Enforce federal, state, and University laws, rules, and regulations.
• Investigate criminal and traffic/non-traffic incidents, collect and preserve evidence, interview witnesses and suspects, search records, and conduct surveillance in cooperation with the Investigative Unit.
• Testify in court or university hearings regarding matters of interest to the courts or University.
• Identify and respond to fire, safety, and other hazards; provide appropriate responses.
• Provide emergency medical assistance or arrange care for ill or injured persons as needed.
• Escort individuals making cash deposits to ensure safety during transport of large sums of money.
• Assist the public by answering inquiries, giving directions, and providing general service.
• Perform special protective assignments for particular persons or property.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education: High School diploma or GED

Experience: 6-12 months of experience dealing with the public, or an equivalent combination of education, military service, or completion of a law enforcement/criminal justice program.

• Valid driver's license
• Selected candidate must establish residency within a one-hour response time to the WVU police station within 90 days of contingent offer and before official hire date
• Drug testing and medical management required
• Pre-employment psychological evaluation required
• Pre-employment physical examination and meeting WV State Police Academy height/weight requirements to attend Academy
• Pre-employment polygraph test required
• Pass physical agility testing (PAT):
  Sit-ups 28 in 1 minute;
  Push-ups 18 in 1 minute;
  Mile-and-a-half run in 14:36
• After hire, must attend West Virginia Basic Law Enforcement Academy within one year if not already certified
• Must obtain and maintain WV law enforcement officer certification
• Must be bondable on background check
• Physical abilities include standing, walking, carrying and bending daily; running, jumping, and climbing weekly

• 40-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays
• 15 annual leave days per year (vacation), based on years of service
• 18 sick days per year for illness or caring for family
• Health insurance and other benefits; benefits-eligible non-classified staff position
• 401(a) retirement with 6% employee match and other retirement benefits
• Wellness programs; uniform and equipment provided

Hours vary with opportunities for overtime on special details including athletic events.

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community with a focus on personal and professional growth. WVU values service, curiosity, respect, accountability, and appreciation. Learn more . WVU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invites all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

Posting date:
Oct 1, 2025

Posting Classification:
Classified

Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt

Benefits Eligible:
Yes

Schedule:

Full-time