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  • Part-Time Police Officer

  • Virginia Department of Human Resource Management
  • Arlington, Virginia 22201 United States View Map

Summary

Part-Time Police OfficerThe primary purpose of a George Mason University Part-Time Police Officer is to exercise general police powers within an assigned jurisdiction to perform law enforcement, crime prevention, security, and related public safety functions while supporting departmental standards in community engagement.This position is primarily assigned to the Mason Square Campus in Arlington, Virginia. Officers may have occasional opportunities or assignments at other university campuses, including Fairfax and Manassas, based on operational needs.This is a part-time position. Work schedules may vary and can include evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and special events. As needed, officers may be required to support emergency operations or critical incidents.Responsibilities:Enforces Laws and Investigates Crimes and Traffic CrashesProvides Public Services and Assistance to Community MembersConducts Patrols and Participates in Crime Prevention ActivitiesProvides Support to Victims, Witnesses, and Persons of NeedMaintains Professional Standards and AccountabilityRequired Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalentVirginia DCJS Law Enforcement Officer certificationAbility to obtain and maintain NCIC/VCIN certificationNo disqualifying criminal history or conduct inconsistent with law enforcement standardsAbility to pass a background investigation, and physical and psychological evaluationsValid driver's license meeting university requirementsAt least 21 years of ageMust be a U.S. citizenPreferred Qualifications:Experience working in an urban or campus environmentCIT trainingStrong community engagement and problem-solving skillsFor full consideration, applicants must apply for the Part-Time Police Officer at Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume for review.Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Description

Part-Time Police OfficerThe primary purpose of a George Mason University Part-Time Police Officer is to exercise general police powers within an assigned jurisdiction to perform law enforcement, crime prevention, security, and related public safety functions while supporting departmental standards in community engagement.This position is primarily assigned to the Mason Square Campus in Arlington, Virginia. Officers may have occasional opportunities or assignments at other university campuses, including Fairfax and Manassas, based on operational needs.This is a part-time position. Work schedules may vary and can include evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and special events. As needed, officers may be required to support emergency operations or critical incidents.Responsibilities:Enforces Laws and Investigates Crimes and Traffic CrashesProvides Public Services and Assistance to Community MembersConducts Patrols and Participates in Crime Prevention ActivitiesProvides Support to Victims, Witnesses, and Persons of NeedMaintains Professional Standards and AccountabilityRequired Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalentVirginia DCJS Law Enforcement Officer certificationAbility to obtain and maintain NCIC/VCIN certificationNo disqualifying criminal history or conduct inconsistent with law enforcement standardsAbility to pass a background investigation, and physical and psychological evaluationsValid driver's license meeting university requirementsAt least 21 years of ageMust be a U.S. citizenPreferred Qualifications:Experience working in an urban or campus environmentCIT trainingStrong community engagement and problem-solving skillsFor full consideration, applicants must apply for the Part-Time Police Officer at Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume for review.Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

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