Police Officer

Position Summary

The primary location of this position is the Cullowhee, NC campus. Serves as a member of a community policing team that employs problem‑solving strategies for addressing crime and safety problems; performs patrol duties including responding to calls for service or crimes, investigating violations of law or university rules, preparing written reports, enforcing parking and traffic rules, engaging in crowd and traffic control, patrolling and inspecting buildings and facilities for safety or law‑enforcement concerns, and coordinating with higher authority on special traffic, law‑enforcement or safety concerns.

Enters reports into a computer, performs extensive computer work, and performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of North Carolina Criminal and Motor Vehicle laws; federal laws applicable to higher education, including FERPA and the Clery Act; general court and criminal justice processes; police training practices and crime prevention issues; departmental general orders and supervisory principles; CALEA standards; community policing philosophies and techniques. Skills in working with a diverse population and public service contact; working in a regimented work environment;

computer applications; effective oral and written communication; radio operation; motor vehicle operation; use of force for protection; ability to lift heavy objects of 75 pounds or more; other strenuous activities associated with law enforcement practice.

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.

Note:

Lateral hires already sworn law enforcement officers may be placed in any relevant career progression step based on prior sworn experience, conditional on completion of the agency’s field training program and, for out‑of‑state hires, attainment of NC CJETSC certification within an agency‑specified timeframe.

Position type:
Permanent, Full‑time. Number of hours per week: 40. Months per year: 12.

Comprehensive benefits package including dental, vision, health insurance (eligible the first month following hire); retirement plan contributions after eligibility; optional disability plans. Tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year. Group exercise classes, discounted campus recreation membership, free vaccine and booster shots, pre‑tax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave annually. Vacation and sick leave accrue immediately for staff and 12‑month faculty who work at least half of working days in the first month.

Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service. Training and development programs, certifications, workshops, and conferences, many offered free of charge.

Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex‑offender background checks; some vacancies also require credit or motor‑vehicle checks. Western Carolina University uses E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E‑Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify
. Proper documentation of identity and employability is required upon hiring.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of the University of North Carolina.

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations can call (828) 227‑7218 or email jobs.edu.

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online and in hard copy. The report discusses crime statistics, reporting procedures, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, and university policies on substance abuse, sexual offenses, workplace violence, and fire safety.

• Cover Letter / Letter of Application
• Resume
• List of references

To be considered, you must apply online, providing a cover letter, resume, and a list of at least three professional references with complete contact information. Hard‑copy applications and resumes will not be accepted. For questions or additional information, contact Chris Holcombe .