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The University of Virginia (UVA) seeks applications for a Police Services Specialist, with a start date after July 1, 2026. They will perform a variety of administrative and public facing duties, promoting efficient operations and record keeping for the University of Virginia Police Department (UVAPD), and acts as a point of first contact for visitors and patients needing information and direction for both the academic and medical facilities.
The Police Services Specialist is responsible for the Police Department's database management and will use business intelligence and reporting to retrieve and analyze data. They will prepare material related to legal matters and ensure compliance with UVAPD and state reporting requirements, prepare and distribute reports and respond to inquiries, and be responsible for activating the University's emergency alert system and emergency siren. This position reports to the Police Services Manager of UVAPD. The Police Services Specialist is expected to obtain and maintain a Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) certification.
Job Responsibilities

• Types, copies, distributes, files, and cross-references a variety of police documents and reports; Expunges and purges records according to court orders. Checks forms, records, reports, applications, and other materials for accuracy, completeness, and conformity in accordance with established procedures and state and federal requirements.
• Provide fingerprinting service to the University community, such as students and faculty members, by operating a Live Scan finger-printing machine.
• Operates Virginia Criminal Information Network system, that is also linked into the National Criminal database.
• Relays emergency information from Security to the Emergency Communications Center - answers security calls, med ctr; and monitors security chatters; and relays to 911 to dispatch police, fire, etc. - This is unique to UVA UPD position.
• Monitors and responds to calls for service for security by phone call and radio, which are documented in a Computer Aided Dispatch system.
• Responsible for monitoring and activation of the University's Emergency Alert System and emergency siren - i.e., tornadoes, active shooters, hazmat

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma
• Experience: At least two years of customer service or administrative experience
• Licensure: Valid Virginia driver's license
• Certification: Virginia Criminal Information Network Teletype System to obtain within eight weeks of hire

Starting Salary: $25.00 / hour
Anticipated Start Date: after July 1, 2026.
Position Type & Work Location

• This is a non-exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits .
• This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

About UVA and the Community
To learn more about UVA and in the Charlottesville area, visit UVA Life and Embark CVA .
Additional Requirements

• Candidates will be required to complete a separate background investigation before a formal offer can be extended. Additionally, prior to your first day of employment, candidates must complete a successful background check and drug screening.
• This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

How to Apply
Please apply online , by searching for requisition number R0079998. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter - should include your interest in the position and how your relevant experience pertains to this position.

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.
Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website .
Reference checks will be completed by UVA's third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.
For questions about the application process, please contact Karon Harrington, fak3ph@virginia.edu.
Job Profile
J1789 - Protection, Compliance, and Regulation Operations and Service 2
Career Stream and Level
Operations and Service-O2
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .