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East Carolina University ( ECU) is consistently ranked among the nation's top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output.

Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C., which is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn.

ECU's commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university's leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits.

The university supports its workforce through a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement. Eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

The Administration & Finance Division encompasses a broad range of operational, financial, technological, safety, administrative and people-focused units that support the daily functions and long-term success of the University.

Campus Safety and Auxiliary Services provides essential services supporting the safety, well-being, and daily needs of students, faculty, and staff. The department collaborates with the university community to provide safety and security, environmental health, emergency management, parking and transportation, print services, and bookstore services while using innovative technologies and efficient solutions to support student success and university operations.

The ECU Police Department provides the same level of service as a municipal police department, along with services unique to an academic institution. The department is responsible for the safety and well-being of the university community 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The department works closely with administrators, students, faculty, and staff to create and maintain a secure campus environment. Our arrest jurisdiction includes all university property, as well as adjacent streets and sidewalks. Through mutual aid agreements with local departments, including the City of Greenville, officers also have jurisdiction throughout much of the surrounding area.

The Police Supervisor (Sergeant) position is that of an entry-level supervisor performing standard law enforcement work on the University's campus. Reporting through a chain of command to the Chief of Police, Officers are responsible for enforcing state and local laws and University policies as they pertain to law enforcement. Officers are empowered with full law enforcement authority and are charged with the responsibility of the apprehension of criminal offenders, criminal investigations, traffic enforcement, and warrant/summons service. Officers are responsible for deterring crime, maintaining the peace, protecting lives and property, proactive patrol, and responding to calls for service within the University Community. This will be accomplished by such means as high visibility patrol, intervention in criminal acts in progress and investigation of criminal violations, etc. This position may require assignment to duties in Patrol Division, Investigations Unit, Community Affairs Unit, or Administration and Training. This position is also responsible for the first line supervision of other sworn or non-sworn, non-supervisory police officers to include managing staffing, performance management and evaluation tasks, career development, other associated supervisory tasks, and other tasks or directives that are approved by other, higher-ranking officers.

Key Responsibilities Include:

A minimum of an associate degree (or 60 hours of college credit) and 4 years of sworn law enforcement officer experience. Current certification from NC CJETSC as a commissioned police officer or certification eligible within an agency specified time frame.

Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer in accordance with provisions of the NC Criminal Justice & Standards Commission or the ability to achieve certification within one year of employment. More information regarding the minimum standards for certification can be found here.

NC Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate. Four years of sworn law enforcement officer experience at a university or college law enforcement agency.

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.