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Senior Police Supervisor I - 003066
Western Carolina University
Department: Office of University Police
About WCU: Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes Best Employers lists each year. Including: 2024 - Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes Americas Best Midsize Employers list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries. 2023 - Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes Americas Best Midsize Employers list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries. 2022 - Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes Americas Best Employers by State list.Western Carolina University is the UNC systems westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Paid vacation and sick leave accrual begin after first month of employment. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences - many of which are offered free of charge.
Position Summary: The primary location of this position is on the main Cullowhee, NC campus.
Position serves as the university's Clery Compliance Officer, department programming coordinator, and liaison to the university's Police Community Advisory Council (PCAC).
Will assist the administrative staff with key departmental decision making regarding staffing, budget requests and operational needs.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for this Position include:
Knowledge of the Clery Act, NC criminal and motor vehicle laws and understanding their application; knowledge of federal laws, particularly those that apply to a higher education institution including FERPA; knowledge of general court and criminal processes; knowledge of police training practices and crime prevention issues; knowledge of Departmental General Orders; knowledge of investigative techniques; knowledge of the chain-of-custody and processing procedures for evidence; knowledge of safety, crime prevention, and crime mapping principles; skilled in working with a diverse population; skilled in public service contact with a customer orientation; skilled in working in a regimented work environment that requires giving and following orders; skilled in working with computer applications; skilled in working within all facets of University law enforcement; skilled in working with instructional and technical equipment; ability to write legibly and coherently; ability to speak clearly and distinctly over the radio and telephone; ability to communicate effectively with other including public speaking; ability and skill in motor vehicle operation; ability to use physical force to control individuals or defend one's self or others; ability to carry or drag a person with a weight range of 125 to 175 lbs; ability to climb through windows or similar size openings; ability to climb up and over obstacles; ability to walk up and down five flights of stairs; ability to crawl in confined areas, e.g., attics, crawl spaces; ability to grip objects tightly; ability to drag or push heavy objects; ability to jump across ditches or culverts; ability to lift heavy objects that weigh 75 or more pounds; ability to carry an adult on a stretcher; ability to pull an adult from a confined space such as the interior of a vehicle; ability to run 110 yards over a variety of terrain; ability to walk continuously for four or more hours; ability to stand continuously for four or more hours; ability to sit continuously for four or more hours; ability to read and comprehend document, polices, directives, and text-based electronic media.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for this position:
Minimum Qualifications: A minimum of a bachelors degree or greater and 6 years of sworn law enforcement officer experience or an associate degree and 8 years of sworn law enforcement officer experience. At least 3 years of the experience requirement must have been in a supervisory role equivalent to a Police Sergeant or greater. Current certification from NC CJETSC as a commissioned police officer or certification eligible within an agency specified time frame.Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications:
Position Type: Permanent Full-Time
Special Instructions to Applicants: To be considered, you must apply online. HARD COPY APPLICATIONS AND RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.A cover letter, resume, and listing of at least three professional references to include their complete contact information are required attachments.PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.Pursuant to The UNC Policy Manual 300.2.21, Adopted July 25, 2022:Employees in LEO positions subject to applicable regulation must complete an initial probationary employment period. During the probationary period, employee appointments remain at-will, and employees may be separated from employment during probation without the protections of the disciplinary policy and without coverage under most provisions of the grievance policy.Those who have completed Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) certification must have worked at least 12 continuous months in a permanent position to satisfy the probation requirement.Employees who have not completed BLET at the time of hire into an EHRA LEO position must have worked at least 24 continuous months in a permanent position and must have completed BLET training certification to satisfy the probation requirement.
AA/EOE
Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.
University Safety
The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.
To apply, please visit: https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/28266
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