• High School diploma/GED required. 

• The minimum age requirement is 21 years old for this position. 

• Successful completion of an accredited Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Program and certified by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standard Commission as a law enforcement officer in the state of North Carolina.

• Must successfully complete drug screening and background check.

• Must be legally qualified to possess and use a firearm.

• Minimum of three years of law enforcement experience.

• Must have a valid driver's license

• An Associate's Degree is preferred for this position. All degrees must be obtained from an accredited institution.

The Campus Police Officer is a certified law enforcement official with the power of arrest. In the absence of the Police Chief, directs and coordinates the performance of campus security in a manner that will protect the public's investment and support the College's operational objectives. The officer will respond to students, faculty/staff, and visitor calls for service on the SCC campus and will implement programs in law enforcement, campus policing, health and safety, parking and traffic, and crime prevention.

Essential Duties:

• Coordinate law enforcement, security, and safety matters with the Campus Police Chief.

• Complete all assignments in a timely and professional manner.

• Assist with special events that are a part of the activities of the college.

• Patrol SCC campus.

• Respond to calls for service, which may necessitate taking some form of action up to and including arrest for violations of the law.

• Respond to burglar and fire alarms on campus.

• Assist with supporting and implementing all policies, procedures and authorized activities of the college.

• Take individual offenders into custody for on-site offenses or on court-issued orders.

• Process evidence confiscated and property found on campus.

• Testify in court as necessary.

• Respond to medical emergencies.

• Respond to burglar and fire alarms and medical emergencies on campus.

• Receive, investigate, and complete reports in a timely manner regarding incidents, traffic, safety and security issues, alarms, etc.

• Uses and maintains equipment, including specialized equipment, i.e. computer, fire extinguisher, radio, vehicle, uniform, weapons, etc.

• Inspects and maintains assigned police equipment ie. vehicle, uniform, weapon, etc.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Campus Police Chief.

Skills and Abilities:

• As a key element of this position, the employee must possess leadership and management skills as well as the ability to know when to utilize them.

• Ability to work effectively as a team player with a wide variety of college, community, and governmental agencies.

• Must have a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to respond quickly to emergency situations.

• Possess or be able to acquire First Aid and CPR certification.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

• Basic knowledge of personal computers.

About Southeastern Community College

Chartered on February 6, 1964, SCC is a public, comprehensive community college providing accessible educational, cultural, and social opportunities. Over 100 occupational and liberal arts curriculum certificates, diplomas, and degrees are offered by the college. The campus is located between Whiteville and Chadbourn in southeastern North Carolina. SCC is a one-hour drive from the historic cities of Wilmington and Fayetteville, NC, as well as the beaches of North and South Carolina.

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