Master Police Officer I

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Commensurate with experience

United States, North Carolina, Greensboro

Apr 04, 2025

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Number	Multiple Vacancies
Functional Title	Master Police Officer I
Position Type	Law Enforcement Officers
Position Eclass	LN-EHRA LEO Non-Exempt
University Information	UNC Greensboro, located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher research activity and community engagement. Founded in 1891 and one of the original three UNC System institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most diverse universities in the state with 20,000+ students, and 3,000+ faculty and staff members representing 90+ nationalities. With 17 Division I athletic teams, 85 undergraduate degrees in over 125 areas of study, as well as 74 master's and 32 doctoral programs, UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for academic excellence and value, with noted strengths in health and wellness, visual and performing arts, nursing, education, and more. For additional information, please visit uncg.edu and follow UNCG on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit	The main purpose of the UNC Greensboro Police Officer position is to protect and serve the students, faculty, staff and visitors of University of North Carolina Greensboro through law enforcement and crime prevention. Our officers and employees are highly trained and dedicated individuals whose personal mission is to make sure campus community's experience at UNCG is not only memorable and successful, but also safe. We are counting on everyone to not only take responsible for their own safety but the safety of others. The police department offers these and other programs to help our Spartans achieve a safe and secure community.
Position Summary	Positions in this banded class perform law enforcement work at a University campus or other State facility. With full powers of arrest, positions enforce the laws of the State and the United States Government. Positions have law enforcement authority ranging from traffic control to criminal investigations within a limited geographic jurisdiction. Work involves patrolling an assigned area for response to complaints or calls for detection of violations in the enforcement of State laws and applicable regulations. Duties include apprehending observed violators committing offenses, investigating violations or complaints to assess and handle cases, collecting and preservation of evidence and the chain of custody, testifying in court proceedings, and performing related work. Positions may serve as a patrol officer, detective squad member, crime prevention officer, or in some police organizations as a lead officer on an assigned shift. Positions at this level have an advanced level of training and experience compared to the Police Officer positions. Master Police Officer I: Candidates will have a minimum of a High School Diploma or GED and six years of experience as a sworn local, state, or federal law enforcement officer. An advanced degree (JD, Masters, Doctorate) reduces the minimum experience required by one year. The recruitment salary for this level is $60,016 - $65,274.
Minimum Qualifications	Minimum of High School diploma or GED. At least probationary certification from the NC CJETSC as a commissioned police officer and successful completion of the appointing agency's designated field training program for newly appointed Campus Police Officers. Note: Lateral hires who are already certified NC law enforcement officers and not first hired as a Police Officer Trainee may be assigned this classification conditional on successful completion of the field training program designated by the Agency Head. Out-of-state lateral hires must be NC CJETSC certification eligible.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates	MUST HAVE VALID DRIVERS LICENSE
Preferred Qualifications	Candidate must be at least 20 years of age at the time of appointment; candidate must meet physical and psychological requirements of the North Carolina Criminal Education and Standards Commission, which includes a physical exam, medical exam, psychological exam, and drug test. In addition, the UNC Greensboro Police Department requires candidates to possess a valid North Carolina Driver's License; and pass an in-depth background investigation, which includes driver's history and criminal history with no felony convictions, psychological testing, drug screening, and physical. Must successfully complete the university's orientation course and a twelve-week department field training program during the probationary period; must satisfactorily complete the state-mandated probationary period. The selected candidate must possess the ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing and deal with the public and representatives of the criminal justice system in a professional manner. The candidate(s) for this position will be considered an 'ESSENTIAL' Emergency Duty Employee. This means that the position is one that is necessary to ensure University operations continue uninterrupted during periods of adverse weather and/or other emergency situations, including those that require the University to close. As such the employee in this position will be required to report to work according to their usual schedule, or upon notification to report outside of their usual work schedule. Special Physical/Mental Requirements Candidate must meet physical and psychological requirements of the North Carolina Criminal Education and Standards Commission, which includes a physical exam, psychological exam, and drug test. Ability to subdue resisting suspects and effect forcible arrest Ability to defend oneself Ability to operate law enforcement vehicle Pursue fleeing suspects Perform searches of people and buildings Exercise independent judgement Apply appropriate use-of-force options Comprehend legal documents (i.e., citations, affidavits, and warrants) Command emergency personnel at accidents, emergencies, and disasters Willing to work day and night shift assignments Campus Security Authority Responsibilities This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Coordinator and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Recruitment Range	Commensurate with experience
Org #-Department	Public Safety & Police - 57001
Job Open Date	09/08/2023
For Best Consideration Date
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
FTE	1.000
Type of Appointment	Permanent
If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.
Number of Months per Year	12
FLSA	Non-Exempt