Law Enforcement Officer

Law Enforcement Officer I

Agency: J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Location:

Henrico - 087

FLSA:
Nonexempt

Hiring Range:
Salary commensurate with experience, maximum of $52,000.

Full Time or Part Time:
Full Time

Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students.

We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.

Reynolds is seeking a Campus Law Enforcement Officer to help maintain a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This role involves enforcing state laws and campus regulations, responding to routine and emergency situations, and ensuring the protection of campus property. The officer serves as a visible presence on campus, promoting safety and providing exceptional customer service. Duties include patrolling campus grounds, operating police vehicles and equipment, responding to alarms, writing reports, and assisting with investigations.

The position may also involve overseeing part-time security staff and implementing security protocols.

Reynolds offers a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, flexibility, growth, and long-term success.

• Health Benefits: Competitive state health coverage options, including dental, vision, hearing, and premium rewards
• Retirement: Membership in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS), plus voluntary supplemental retirement options with employer contributions
• Paid Leave: Generous paid time off, including sick leave, personal leave, holidays, and paid parental leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs): Options for medical and dependent care with pre-tax dollars
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support including legal, financial counseling, and up to four no-cost therapy visits per incident
• Professional Development: Tuition assistance, internal leadership programs, and advancement opportunities

Lead with Purpose. Protect Through Education. At Reynolds, you’ll do more than serve, you’ll shape the future. Join a mission-driven college committed to transforming lives and strengthening communities through safety, service, and education. Apply today!

Must hold current certification or have the ability to obtain certification as a campus police officer as mandated by the Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS).

• Meet the physical demands of the job duties.
• Considerable knowledge of statute enforcement, safety and security concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques
• Working knowledge of customer service practices and principles
• Skilled in operating police vehicles, communication equipment, alarm systems, and other types of law enforcement equipment
• Ability to lead and direct full time and part time security staff as needed
• Ability to follow and give oral and written instructions effectively
  
  Ability to respond appropriately in both routine and emergency situations
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to engage a diverse population
• Ability to gather information, write accurate and factual reports, and explain or enforce policies, rules, and regulations
• Ability to develop and implement security policies and procedures
• Proficient in handling firearms and operating an emergency motor vehicle
• Valid Virginia Driver’s License. Law Enforcement certification required.

• First Aid, AED, and CPR training certification.
• Basic skills in the operation of personal computers preferred.

Position is open until filled. Application review will begin on November 20, 2025.

As a condition of employment, the selected applicant will be required to successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation that includes in part credit, educational inquiries, prior work experience, extensive investigative reference checks, fingerprint criminal history inquiries, DMV record checks, and an employment physical and drug testing. The incumbent in this position will carry a firearm. Federal law prohibits a person convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence from carrying a firearm.

All previous law enforcement positions held must be of good repute and have ended/concluded with honorable standing in order to successfully pass the required background investigation.