Law Enforcement Officer

Position: Law Enforcement Officer I
Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Law Enforcement Officer I Role Title Law Enforcement Officer I Role Code 69071-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 03 Position Number  Agency J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College Division J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div) Work Location Henrico - 087 Hiring Range Salary commensurate with experience, maximum of $52,000. Emergency/Essential Personnel Yes EEO Category Full Time or Part Time Full 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? No Work Schedule

Schedule as assigned.

Sensitive Position Yes

Job Description

Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia's capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students.

We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.

Reynolds is seeking a Campus Law Enforcement Officer to help maintain a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This role involves enforcing state laws and campus regulations, responding to routine and emergency situations, and ensuring the protection of campus property. The officer serves as a visible presence on campus, promoting safety and providing exceptional customer service. Duties include patrolling campus grounds, operating police vehicles and equipment, responding to alarms, writing reports, and assisting with investigations.

The position may also involve overseeing part-time security staff and implementing security protocols.

The position may also involve overseeing part-time security staff and implementing security protocols. Requires a current certification or the ability to obtain certification as a campus police officer as mandated by the Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS).

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.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

* Considerable knowledge of statute enforcement, safety and security concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques

* Working knowledge of customer service practices and principles

* Skilled in operating police vehicles, communication equipment, alarm systems, and other types of law enforcement equipment

* Ability to lead and direct full time and part time security staff as needed

* Ability to follow and give oral and written instructions effectively

* Ability to respond appropriately in both routine and emergency situations

* Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to engage a diverse population

* Ability to gather information, write accurate and factual reports, and explain or enforce policies, rules, and regulations

* Ability to develop and implement security policies and procedures

* Must hold current certification or have the ability to obtain certification as a campus police officer as mandated by the Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS).

* Proficient in handling firearms and operating an emergency motor vehicle

* Valid Virginia Driver's License. Law Enforcement certification required.

Additional Considerations

First Aid, AED, and CPR training certification. Basic skills in the operation of personal computers preferred.

Position is open until filled. Application review will begin on February 27, 2026.

As a condition of employment, the selected applicant will be required to successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation that includes in part credit, educational inquiries, prior work experience. extensive investigative reference checks, fingerprint criminal history inquiries, DMV record checks, and an employment physical and drug testing. The incumbent in this position will carry a firearm. Federal law prohibits a person convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence from carrying a firearm.

All previous law enforcement positions held must be of good reproach and have ended/concluded with honorable standing in order to successfully pass the required background investigation.

Operation of a State Vehicle Yes Supervises Employees No Required Travel

Travel between college campuses, as needed.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number  Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 02/16/2026 Job Close Date 06/15/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Agency Website reynolds.edu Contact Name Email Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants

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