University of North Carolina at Asheville is hiring: Part-Time Police Officer in

Position Title

Part-Time Police Officer

Division

Student Affairs

Department

University Police

Position Summary

The employee(s) hired for this position will serve as part of a temporary pool of reserve Police Officers for UNC Asheville. The University Police mission is to contribute to and promote the greater mission of UNC Asheville by facilitating a safe, secure, and service‑oriented environment for all students, faculty, staff, alumni, and visitors. Officers conduct law‑enforcement activities, including patrolling within the geographic jurisdiction, conducting criminal investigations, crime prevention, assisting motorists, parking/traffic control, and providing security at special events.

Salary Information

$25.00 per hour

Posting Number

T0167

Minimum Education / Experience / Skills

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer in accordance with the provisions of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Training and Standards Commission, or the ability to achieve certification within one year of employment.

Preferred Education / Experience / Skills

• Current possession of North Carolina BLET Certification.
• At least two years of campus law‑enforcement experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Possession of a designated level of technical skill or knowledge in specific technical area(s) and the ability to keep up with current developments and trends.
• Ability to present information to individuals or groups, delivering presentations suited to the audience’s characteristics and needs.
• Ability to convey information clearly and concisely to groups or individuals, either verbally or in writing, ensuring understanding of the information and message; ability to listen and respond appropriately to others.
• Understanding of the organization’s mission, the function of the specific work unit, and how it works with other units to serve the customer/client, as well as the impact and implications of decisions on the community and other departments.
• Ability to identify problems, determine possible solutions, and actively work to resolve issues.
• Ability to identify issues, obtain relevant information, relate and compare data from different sources, and identify alternatives.

Work Schedule and Hours

This is a temporary, part‑time optional reserve officer position. Up to 40 hours per week based on departmental needs.

Posting Date

08/12/2022

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

• During this time it is important that the community understand how UNC Asheville operates and what is expected of community members as we work together to prioritize everyone's health and safety.
• Position requires certification as a law enforcement officer in accordance with the provisions of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission or the ability to achieve certification within one year.
• Valid driver’s license required at the time of application; North Carolina driver’s license required prior to appointment.
• Selected candidates must undergo an extensive background investigation including psychological evaluation, medical exam, and drug screen, and may be asked to demonstrate skills.
• This posting may not signify a temporary opening at this time. It is an ongoing, as‑needed pool of temporary candidates; as departmental temporary needs are identified, the pool will be reviewed periodically.
• If selected, candidates will be contacted directly for interview; all positions are temporary and will vary in length of time.
• Applicants may withdraw their application from this pool at any time.
• Documents submitted to Human Resources become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned.
• Official transcripts may be verified upon employment; if copies are necessary, they will be requested directly from the educational institution(s).
• All expenses are the responsibility of the employee.
• Educational degrees required must be from an appropriately accredited institution.
• Policy is to conduct pre‑employment background investigations on all selected candidates.
• Hired candidates are required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the chosen financial institution.