Master Police Officer

Job Details

Department: Executive Administration

Classification: Law Enforcement Officer 2/MPO

Job Category: Classified Staff

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: On Site Required

Pay Band: 04

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

About the Position

The primary purpose or objective of a George Mason University Master Police Officer position is to exercise general police power within a specific jurisdiction in order to perform law enforcement, crime prevention, investigative, security and related public safety functions while maintaining department standards in community outreach efforts.

Responsibilities

• Enforces laws and investigates crimes and traffic crashes
• Provides public services and assistance to community members
• Conducts patrols and provides crime prevention services
• Provides support and assistance to victims, witnesses, and persons in need of services
• Provides training to sworn and/or civilian staff

Required Qualifications

• Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) Law Enforcement Officer certification
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience as a Virginia certified law enforcement officer

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in related field
• Active General Instructor and/or Field Training Officer certification