The Police Department at Northern Virginia Community College is excited to be part of our academic environment. They aim to provide the safest community for the enjoyment of our faculty, staff, students and visitors. Please feel free to call or email any member of our Police Department with your comments about our service.

Our Department: All NOVA police officers are fully trained and certified by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Six campuses located across three counties and one city comprise our College. A police office is located within each campus jurisdiction and is staffed by a supervising officer and patrol officers. These police offices include 40 police officers and some civilian staff. All officers and civilian employees of our department are committed to the public safety at NOVA.

Patrol Division: The patrol officers are the backbone to our police department. These officers are given arrest powers and continue to update themselves with further training. Some of their duties include but are not limited to the protection of life and property, the enforcement of Virginia Laws, and NOVA Policies. In addition, our patrol officers protect the massive investment within the physical facilities on each campus. Our patrol officers respond to all emergency calls whether it is police, fire, or medical in nature. They investigate all types of crimes (Misdemeanor or Felony) and make the appropriate arrest or disciplinary referral when needed. Our patrol officers use vehicle and bicycle patrol in addition to traditional foot patrol.

Investigations: The police officers at our campus are tasked with conducting investigations when crimes occur at the College. They handle investigations of serious crimes and work closely with the local jurisdictions and court systems to prepare investigations for possible trial. The patrol officer is the first responder to a serious crime and investigates the case with all available resources to improve the solvability of that case.

Employment: If you are interested in applying for a position with our police department, you can get an application from the NOVA's Human Resources Department located in the Brault Building at the Annandale Campus. All open NOVA employment positions available (including police positions) are posted on the NOVA Human Resources Website. The HR website will also provide details on how to submit an application in person, by mail, or by a supplied online form. To view the NOVA Human Resources Department Website, please click here.