Police Sergeant

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Police Sergeant Role Title Law Enforcement Officer II Role Code 69072-FP FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 04 Position Number 28000216 Agency Northern VA Community College Division NV280-VP Administration Work Location Prince William - 153 Hiring Range $86,000 - $99,556 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 dept schedule; rotating schedule

Sensitive Position Yes Job Description

General Description:

This position is responsible for providing and supervising police and other assigned staff that secure and protect NVCC campuses, off-site centers, and property through crime prevention activities. NOVA Officers have full authority to enforce State laws and regulations within the Commonwealth of Virginia.

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.

• This position is not eligible for telework.*

Duties and Tasks:

• This position oversees all police aspects at the campus level to include oversight and supervision of staff.
• Ensure security for College and personal property at the College through crime prevention activities and patrol.
• Ensure thorough investigation of all reported and suspected criminal activity.
• Ensure safety of the community through the enforcement of State laws and College regulations. This is accomplished by patrol efforts, by possible shift rotation, by interacting with the public in a fair and impartial manner regardless of situation, while on-duty at NVCC campuses and centers.
• Activities include, but are not limited to patrolling, investigating (reported and suspected) criminal activity, and enforcing State traffic and parking laws.
• Make regular requests from employees for updates and input on college decisions and share feedback with supervisors for inclusion in the NOVA Brief.

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:

• Considerable knowledge of the principles and techniques of law enforcement, investigation, National Incident Management System, security, crime detection and prevention.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in the use of police equipment and weaponry.
• Ability to effectively supervise Law Enforcement Officers and support personnel.
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the Commonwealth of Virginia laws, local ordinances, and College policies.
• Must meet physical and mental job demands.
• Ability to complete and maintain DCJS certification.
• Ability to effectively testify in court proceedings.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Good computer skills.

Minimum Work Experience:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must be a United States citizen
• Must currently be certified as a Police Officer by Virginia DCJS
• Unrestricted driver's license with insurable driving record
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience in the field of law enforcement
• Successfully pass background investigation

Additional Considerations

Additional Considerations:

• Experience in the supervision of law enforcement personnel.
• Experience in a campus police setting.
• Foreign language

Operation of a State Vehicle Yes Supervises Employees Yes Required Travel

Maybe required to travel to other NOVA campuses. Maybe required to travel for trainings.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number CLS_4564P Recruitment Type Agency Employee Only - E Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 07/07/2026 Job Close Date 07/19/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website www.nvcc.edu 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: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

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 www.nvcc.edu.

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.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/98044

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • I understand that only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications and only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my application and resume will be credited.

• Yes

• No

• • I understand that this position is not telework eligible and I will be required to attend work in-person.

• Yes

• No

• • I understand this position is located in Virginia and I will be required to reside in the DMV metro area.

• Yes

• No

• • Are you a former federal employee who was terminated from a position of employment with the federal government on or after January 1, 2025, due to a reduction in the federal budget or initiatives put in place by the federal Department of Government Efficiency?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you at least 21 years of age?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you a United States citizen?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you currently certified as a Police Officer by Virginia DCJS ?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have an unrestricted driver's license with insurable driving record ?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) ?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have experience in the field of law enforcement ?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you able to successfully pass background investigation ?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you a current NOVA employee? (This position is only open to current NOVA employees. If you are not a current NOVA employee, your application will not be considered.)

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Other Document
• Alternative Hiring Process Letter
• SF-50 (Documentation of involuntary separation from Federal Agency)