West Virginia University University Police Department of Potomac State College at WVU is currently accepting applications for (6) Temporary Part-time Campus Police Officers.

About the Opportunity

As a Temporary Part-time Campus Police Officer, you will work on an "as needed" basis. This will include weekends and to fill in for an absence of a full-time officer during the week. The shift for this position is 6:00 pm- 2:00 am.

You will be part of the University Police Department at Potomac State College of WVU and will report to the Major of the University Police. Work is typically performed with a certified officer until Field Training Program is completed and then calls are supported by certified officers.

PAY GRADE - 16

Assignment Length: Approximately 8.5

What you'll do:

• Enforce all federal, and state laws as well as campus rules and policies
• Patrol campus property both in a patrol vehicle and on foot.

• High School Diploma or GED
  
• A minimum of (6-12) months experience involving:
  • Dealing with the public or an equivalent combination of education, military, or completion of a law enforcement/criminal justice program will be accepted.
  • Ability to read and write in English and perform basic mathematical calculations as would be required in the completion of technical reports and professional police operations.
• Experience in the following:
  • Ability to communicate with individuals at all levels within the organization and the general public in a clear and professional manner.
  • Current knowledge of federal and state laws relating to public safety and the ability to rapidly learn University and Department of Public Safety policies and procedures.
  • Ability to accurately operate a firearm (preference given for prior experience).
  • Ability to drive defensively (preference given for prior experience).
  • Ability to use a police issued baton (preference given for prior experience).
  • Must acquire and maintain a CPR certification (preference given for prior experience).
  • Knowledge of and ability to perform defensive tactics to protect self and others (preference given for prior experience).
  • Ability to react quickly in emergency situations (preference given for prior experience).
  • Ability to subdue individuals under the influence of alcohol and drugs (preference given for prior experience).
  • Physical capability to perform duties of position.
  • Current knowledge of police practices and philosophies.

Certifications:

• Following hire, must qualify for, attend, and complete West Virginia Basic Law Enforcement Academy within one year. The academy requires the applicant to pass a physical examination and be within a certain height and weight range.

• Selected candidate(s) must successfully complete a pre-employment psychological evaluation before official hire date.
• Selected candidate(s) must successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination and be within a certain height and weight range per Police Academy requirements to be able to attend Academy
• Applicant must pass physical agility testing (PAT) prior to final offer. PAT standards are as follows:
  • Sit-ups: 28 in one minute
  • Push-ups: 18 in one minute
  • Mile and half run: 14 minutes and 36 seconds
• Following hire, must qualify for, attend, and complete West Virginia Basic Law Enforcement Academy within one year. The academy requires the applicant to pass a physical examination and be within a certain height and weight range.
• Preference may be be give to already certified candidates.
• Must successfully pass the background check.
• Must be able to maintain law enforcement officer certification.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Selected candidate(s) must establish residency that is within one-hour response time to the WVU police station under normal driving conditions within 90 days of contingent offer before official hire date.

Physical Requirements:

• Daily: Standing, Walking, Carrying, and Bending.
• Weekly: Running, Jumping, and Climbing.

At West Virginia University, we leverage our talents and resources to create a better future for our state and the world. As West Virginia's land-grant university, WVU has three campuses that touch each corner of the state. The WVU System includes 518 buildings on 15,880 acres, Extension Service offices in all 55 counties, ten experimental farms and four forests.

From the groundbreaking R1 research of our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs of WVU Potomac State in Keyser to the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley - the contributions of WVU employees directly impact the 1.8 million people of West Virginia every day, no matter their role or position.

Service, curiosity, respect, accountability, and appreciation are the core values that unite Mountaineers, inspiring one another to work tirelessly and support others as they seek to reach new heights. After all, when you're a Mountaineer, impossible is just another mountain to climb.

Creating an inclusive, engaged, and dynamic learning environment is core to WVU's academic mission. We welcome candidates who can contribute a range of ideas, approaches and experiences.

To learn more about West Virginia University, visit go.wvu.edu. View current career opportunities at careers.wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.