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Police Officer
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- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Sworn Police Officer
UNC Health Appalachian —Boone, NC
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- Weekends as needed
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Campus Police Officer - Part Time
Lees-McRae College —Banner Elk, NC
- Overtime
- Microsoft Word
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
Campus Police Officer
Lees-McRae College —Banner Elk, NC
- From $55,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Microsoft Word
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- Clean driving record
- Wellness program
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- 18 years or older
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- Background check
- Management
- High school diploma or GED
- Loan repayment program
- Health insurance

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Police Officer

Appalachian State University -
Boone, NC

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Job Details

Full-time
$64,084 - $82,079 a year
12 days ago

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driving

Full Job Description

Posting Details

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Location

Boone, NC

Faculty Rank

Provide Rank

Position Number

031321

Department

University Police - 430500

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose

The Appalachian State University Police Department supports the university’s academic mission by assuming the leading role in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment in which the campus community can thrive. Responsibilities include constant attention to the areas of public safety, security, law and policy enforcement, crime prevention, customer service, problem solving, community engagement and service assistance to various departments and offices of the university.

Through proactive patrol, community engagement, customer service, and problem solving, police officers serve as resources and leaders for the university community. Police officers protect all members of the community and university property, enforce laws and university policies, provide services and aid to members of the community, and proactively engage students, faculty, staff, and visitors in a positive manner with an emphasis on customer service.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency. Applicants must be eligible for certification as a Law Enforcement Officer in accordance with the provisions of North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

License/Certification Required

Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer in accordance with the provisions of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission or the ability to achieve certification within one year of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

Current certification as a Law Enforcement Officer in accordance with the provisions of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Protect lives and property
Initiate opportunities for positive engagement with students, faculty, staff, and visitors
Apprehend and arrest offenders
Traffic control and enforcement
Conduct preliminary investigations
Write reports and prepare criminal case paperwork
Establish, preserve, and protect crime scenes
Collect and preserve evidence
Interview victims, witnesses, and suspects
Utilize the principles of procedural justice
Investigate vehicle crashes and prepare reports
Conduct lawful searches of people and property
Respond to calls for service related to medical issues
Engage in self-initiated vehicle, foot, motorcycle, and bicycle patrol activities
Establish effective working relationships and rapport with people from various racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds
Engage with others in a fair, respectful, and courteous manner, regardless of cultural differences.
Engage effectively with persons in various emotional and mental states
Accurately assess situations and determine an appropriate course of action
Confront a variety of problems and situations and determine appropriate solutions
Display the capacity for compassion and empathy

Type of Position

Full Time Position

Staff/Non-Faculty

Staff/Non-Faculty

VISA Sponsorship?

VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.

Appointment Type

1.0

Work Schedule/Hours

12-hour shifts, night or day. Normally 4 days on and 4 days off rotation. Shifts are bid by seniority every year. Weekend and holiday work may be required. Shifts and hours may vary depending on the needs of the organization.

Number of Hours Per Week

Varies (Minimum of 40 hours)

Number of Months Per Year

Mandatory Staff

Yes

Suggested Salary Range

$64,084-82,079 (commensurate with education and experience)

Physical Demands of Position

Routine efforts include walking, sitting, standing, driving. Employees may be required to run in pursuit of a fleeing offender or use physical force to take an offender into custody. During certain assignments, employees may be required to endure inclement weather for long periods of time.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date

07/17/2026

Closing Date

08/02/2026

Open Until Filled

Evaluation of Applications Begins

08/03/2026

Proposed Date of Hire

08/31/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Required documents to attach:

Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
Resume
Please list a minimum of 3 professional references with contact information included in the application or attached

Search Chair Name

Scott Mash ; Johnny Brown

Search Chair Email

[email protected] ; [email protected]

Quick Link

https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/55259

Posting Number

201501816P

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