Patrol Officer (Virginia Certified)

Working Title : Patrol Officer (Virginia Certified)

State Role Title : Law Enforcement Officer I

Position Type : Full-time Staff (Classified)

Position Status : Full-Time

College / Division : Police and Public Safety

Department : 100236 - JMU Police Department

Pay Rate : Minimum Starting

Beginning Review Date : 5 / 29 / 2024

Specify Range or Amount : $45,000

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

About JMU : Mission

Mission

We are a community committed to preparing students to be educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives.

Vision

To be the national model for the engaged university : engaged with ideas and the world.

Who We Are

Located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.

C. and Richmond, VA. With a population of just over 53,000, Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff.

The student body includes approximately 20,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.

JMU offers thriving programs in the liberal arts, science and technology, and professional disciplines at the undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels.

The university is committed to expanding diversity, fostering equity and inclusion, and supporting superlative teaching and scholarship.

JMU has achieved national recognition for the high quality of its academic programs, focus on maintaining strong student / faculty interaction, and innovative faculty research.

General Information :

The Department of Public Safety and Police at James Madison University is accepting applications for a full-time Patrol Officer.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Duties and responsibilities are as follows : patrolling university property, buildings, warehouses, storage areas and grounds on foot or in a vehicle to enforce laws and regulations;
• prevent crime; investigate / control disturbances and protect life and property. Other duties also include controlling crowds, traffic, parking and pedestrians;

issuing tickets / citations to traffic violators; reporting traffic accidents and conducting accident investigations.

The successful candidate will respond to emergencies and requests for assistance; administer aid; investigate suspicious persons or unusual events;

prepare and update a variety of records and reports; conduct initial investigations; secure evidence and apprehend, detain and arrest suspects.

The successful candidate may also serve legal papers as required; testify in court and at administrative hearings; provide escort to students, staff, visitors, dignitaries and persons transporting money;

provide information and give directions to employees, clients and visitors; identify hazards which may endanger public safety and operate a variety of communication and police equipment.

The successful candidate will be required to use cameras, fingerprint equipment, mobile data terminals and in-car video systems.

Qualifications : Required :

Required :

VA DCJS police certification and NCIC / VICIN B level required.

Demonstrated working knowledge of the principles, practices, procedures and techniques of law enforcement and applicable laws and regulations.

Demonstrated skills in the use of police equipment relevant to the job and in the use of carried weapons.

Demonstrated ability to apply and interpret laws, rules and regulations; to perform investigations and to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.

Valid Virginia driver’s license or ability to obtain before employment.

Ability to work rotating 12 hour shifts, nights, weekends, holidays and required overtime.

Conditions of Employment :

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

E-Verify Notice : After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Additional Posting Information :

EEO Statement :

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination.

This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission.

The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity : (540) 568-6991.

Reasonable Accommodation :

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.