What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer-Certified position at Northern VA Community College?
Posting Summary
Working Title
Police Officer-Certified
Role Title
Law Enforcement Officer I
Role Code
69071-FP
FLSA
Nonexempt
Pay Band
03
Position Number
28000931
Agency
Northern VA Community College
Division
NV280-VP Administration
Work Location
Fairfax County - 059
Hiring Range
$63,000 - $83,853
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:
The 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 the 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:
The 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 the 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.
Special Instructions:
Option 5 Eligibility:
- Must have at least 3 years/36 months continuous law enforcement experience commensurate with those of a Virginia law enforcement officer (i.e. respond to calls for service, take reports of crime, conduct traffic stops, issue summons, make arrests).
- Be out of law enforcement employment for less than 24 months.
- Must be in good standing with former employers.
- Must meet all requirements of 15.2-1705 Code of Virginia.
In-State Certified Candidates Eligibility:
- If previously certified in Virginia and out of such employment less than 24 months, must be current on in-service training within 120 days of hire to be reinstated without completing a basic academy.
- If previously certified law enforcement officer has been out of such employment for more than 24 months, the Agency can request an exemption from the Virginia Compulsory Minimum Training Standards by submitting an Application for Exemption from the Virginia Compulsory Minimum Training Standards (DCJS Form W-2).
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.
- Must have completed Virginia DCJS academy and certification.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- 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.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Successfully pass background investigation.
- Licensed driver with demonstrated safe driving record.
- Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services or qualify for the Option 5 Lateral program
Additional Considerations
- Bilingual
Operation of a State Vehicle
Yes
Supervises Employees
Yes
Required Travel
Maybe required to travel between NOVA Campuses.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
CLS_4492P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
06/02/2026
Job Close Date
06/14/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Agency Website
Contact Name
Email
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:
Additional Information
Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.
At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College.
NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.
We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at
The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports.
Employees must reside in Virginia, Maryland or District of Columbia.
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Salary : $63,000 - $83,853