Senior Police Supervisor I

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

$88K — $99K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and 6 years of sworn law enforcement experience, or Associate's degree and 8 years of sworn law enforcement experience.
  • Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience equivalent to a Police Sergeant or higher.
  • Current NC CJETSC certification as a commissioned police officer, or eligible for certification within agency timeframe.
  • Valid driver's license required.
  • Candidates must meet physical and psychological standards for law enforcement.

Responsibilities

  • Direct public safety operations for a university or state agency.
  • Oversee administration of law enforcement divisions and auxiliary service units.
  • Develop policies and procedures for effective law enforcement management.
  • Plan and organize operations for law enforcement activities.
  • Manage budget development and resource allocation for police operations.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead and influence campus public safety initiatives.
  • Engagement in community outreach and crime prevention education.
  • Work in a dedicated team focused on student and staff safety.
  • Exposure to diverse law enforcement operations within a university setting.
  • Essential Emergency Duty Employee status ensures job security in adverse conditions.
Full Job Description
Posting Details

Position Information

Position Number
013665

Functional Title
Senior Police Supervisor I

Position Type
Law Enforcement Officers

Position Eclass
LN-EHRA LEO Non-Exempt

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 direct public safety operations for a University campus or State agency. Employees are responsible for the administration of law enforcement divisions and/or law enforcement auxiliary service units such as patrol, criminal investigation, K-9 units, telecommunication, accreditation, and crime prevention education/outreach. Duties include but are not limited to developing policy and procedures, planning and organizing operations, managing budget development and related resource allocation, and maintaining appropriate relationships with local and State law enforcement agencies and the media. Typically reports directly to the Division Commander or Assistant Chief of Police depending on the department's organizational structure. Work performed in this career band differs from the Public Safety Supervisor since it involves oversight of multiple units, and a higher level of authority.

Senior Police Supervisor:Positions at this level typically lead a uniform patrol shift or squad or serve in a supervisory capacity in criminal investigations in a plainclothes assignment. May also serve in a supervisory capacity in other specialized units outside uniform patrol or criminal investigations at the discretion of the agency head.

Minimum Qualifications

A minimum of a bachelors degree or greater and 6 years of sworn law enforcement officer experience or an associates 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 timeframe.

Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates

MUST HAVE VALID DRIVERS LICENSE

Preferred Qualifications

Candidate must be at least 20 years of age at 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; 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 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 workday 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
$88,844-$99,949

Org #-Department
Public Safety & Police - 57001

Job Open Date
09/11/2026

For Best Consideration Date
09/14/2026

Job Close Date
09/25/2026

Open Until Filled
No

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

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