Non-Certified Police Officer

Non-Certified Police Officer

Working Title – Non-Certified Police Officer

Role Title – Law Enforcement Officer I

Role Code – 69071-FP

FLSA – Nonexempt

Pay Band – 03

Position Number – 28000930

Agency – Northern VA Community College

Division – NV280-VP Administration

Work Location – Fairfax County – 059

Hiring Range – $60,000/yr

Emergency/Essential Personnel – Yes

EEO Category – 4-Protective Service

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?

Work Schedule – Police department schedule

Sensitive Position – Yes

Job Description – General Description: This police officer position is responsible for providing security for college and personal property at the College through crime prevention activities, patrol, thorough investigation of all reported and suspected criminal activity, and through the enforcement of State laws. This is accomplished by patrol efforts, by possible shift rotation, by interacting with the public in a fair and impartial manner regardless of the situation and by enforcing the laws of the Commonwealth and regulations of Northern Virginia Community College and VCCS. The NOVA Police Department is established as a college-wide entity with the responsibility to maintain safety and security of all employees, students and visitors, and property owned or controlled by the College. As such, all police department employees are subject to short-term and long-term reassignments that may include different locations, rotating schedules and duties dependent on the needs of the department and/or staff professional development.

Duties and Tasks: Patrol, providing protection/safety and preventing crime. Investigates criminal activity, traffic and personal injury accidents and other complaints. Enforcement of state traffic laws and promote traffic safety. Must be able to pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check.

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 – KSAs: Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the VA Commonwealth laws, local ordinances, and College policies. Must meet physical and mental job demands. Ability to follow instructions. Ability to speak and understand English. Strong oral and written communication skills. Good computer skills. Ability to testify in court proceedings. Qualify to operate a state vehicle. Minimum Work Experience: Must be 21 years of age. Must be a United States citizen. Must qualify for Police Officer appointment under Virginia DCJS guidelines. High school diploma or GED. Successfully pass background investigation Licensed driver with demonstrated safe driving record. Must be able to successfully pass a physical agility test prior to entering the Police Academy.

Additional Considerations – Additional Considerations: Bilingual

Operation of a State Vehicle – Yes

Supervises Employees – No

Required Travel – N/A

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number – CLS_4587P

Recruitment Type – General Public – G

Number of Vacancies – 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date – 07/15/2026

Job Close Date – 08/09/2026

Open Until Filled – No

Agency Website – www.nvcc.edu