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.

• Must be certified or willing to complete all legal and regulatory requirements to become certified as a law enforcement officer in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Must maintain law enforcement officer certification to include completing the minimum in-service education requirements established by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS.)
• Must be able to function mentally and physically under stress and in emergency situations.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Must possess considerable knowledge of law enforcement, as well as security and safety concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques.
• Must possess considerable knowledge of customer service practices and principles.
• Must demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately handle agency-issued weapons and qualify annually in the use of agency-issued firearms and less-than-lethal weapons in accordance with the minimum standards established by DCJS and the department.
• Must demonstrate the ability to operate a department motor vehicle safely.
• Must demonstrate the ability to give clear oral and written instructions to elicit compliance with law, policies, and regulations in both routine and emergency situations.
• Must be able to gather information and write factual reports.
• Must be able to testify truthfully and factually in legal hearings and court.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude as defined in Code of Virginia § 15.2-1705
• Must not have been terminated from a sworn law enforcement position for lying, unnecessary use of force, or sexual misconduct.
• Must be willing to travel between multiple LAUREL RIDGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE locations and work various shifts.
• Successful completion of background check and drug screening is required.
• Must have a high school education or equivalent
• Must have a valid driver’s license recognized by the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles
• Possess current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification or be willing to complete training at the convenience and direction of the Chief of Police.

• Two or more years of investigative experience.
• DCJS Instructor Certifications.
• Proven academic excellence and subject matter knowledge, which may be evidenced by training, experience, and/or an associate degree.

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.