Police Officer I

Overview

Provides for safety and security of students, patients, visitors, staff and property by patrolling assigned areas, maintaining traffic control, and investigating irregularities; provides information and assistance to students, staff, patients, and visitors. This position is "safety sensitive" in that the Police Officer 1 performs duties directly impacting the safety of themselves and others, has access to confidential information, operates motor vehicles, and carries defensive weapons.

Responsibilities

Conducts routine patrols of the interior floors and all exterior areas to include outlying properties. Knowledgeable of the campus layout.

Provides motor vehicle (jump start, unlock vehicle, air, etc) assistance to employees and visitors when requested. Provides door accesses when requested to do so. Enforces parking regulations.

Ensures individuals are not smoking on campus. Respond to any and all emergency calls in a prompt and professional manner, while following the appropriate policy. Responds to incidents and prepares reports in accordance with departmental policy.

Equipment and vehicle operation and maintenance. Performs a variety of police duties to detect crime and to arrest violators. Investigates criminal complaints, and accidents, both traffic and pedestrian within the jurisdiction of EVMS.

The patrol officer is the primary investigator for any minor complaints and/or crimes. Is properly prepared to provide testimony in court, as required, to his or her knowledge of or of actions taken in regard to matters of interest to the courts. Other Duties as assigned

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED and one year experience as a law enforcement officer is required. Degree in Police Science, Criminal Justice, or related field is preferred. Must be certified by the Virginia DCJS as a Basic Law Enforcement Officer or eligible for certification.

Location : Location

US-VA-Norfolk