Police Officer Recruitment Information

George Mason was established as a four-year university in 1972 when the governor signed legislation separating it from the University of Virginia. In 1981 the George Mason University’s 21 person security department was reorganized and formed an autonomous law enforcement agency

Today, the George Mason University Police Department has grown to a force of over fifty sworn officers which patrols three campuses. The department is a full service law enforcement agency which has maintained its nationally accredited status since 1991.

There is a wide range of opportunities available with the George Mason University Police Department. We are proud of the achievements by the members of this department and the national reputation it enjoys. I hope you will consider a career with the George Mason University Police.

Sincerely,
Michael F. Lynch
Chief of Police

Selection Process

The George Mason University Police is committed to providing public safety services to its community. This commitment is reflected in the rigid selection process. This process takes approximately four months to complete. Applicants must successfully complete the following steps of the process:

1. Submit an online application at http://hr.gmu.edu/employment or http://jobs.gmu.edu.
2. Pre-screening Interview.
3. Polygraph Examination.
4. Psychological Exam.
5. Medical Exam.
6. Interview with Chief of Police.

Any questions regarding the selection process should be directed to Captain McCall at 703-993-2824 or by e-mail.

Qualifications

-Minimum age of 21.
-High school graduate or GED.
-Good health and physical condition as determined by physician.
-Valid driver's license at time of appointment.
-Must not have been convicted of felonies or serious misdemeanor crimes.
-No illegal drug use within the past 12 months.
-Must live within a 75 mile radius of the Fairfax Campus.

Training

Police recruits must attend the Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy for a 20-week basic police training.

Upon graduation, officers enter a field training program for further instruction focusing on specific training for George Mason University and an overall evaluation of general performance. Upon successful completion of this program, officers are then released to work on their own and embark on a demanding career serving the George Mason University community.

Salary & Benefits

1. Twelve paid holidays per year.
2. Four hours of Annual Leave accrued per pay period (additional hours based on years of service).
3. Eight days of sick leave per year.
4. Four family personal days per year.
5. Medical Insurance (90% paid by GMU).
-Prescription, dental and vision plans.
6. Life Insurance (Paid by GMU).
7. Retirement (Paid by GMU under the Virginia Retirement System).
8. Tuition waiver
9. Long term disability (Paid by GMU).
10. All uniforms provided.
11. Direct deposit.
12. Credit Union.
13. U.S. Savings Bonds.
14. Sick Leave Bank.
15. Veteran's Benefits.

Salary: $41,419