Campus Police Officer

American University; Washington; On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

American University in Washington, DC seeks a Campus Police Officer to provide law enforcement services and emergency responses on university property. The role involves patrols, incident reporting, and crime prevention, with training covered by AU.

This entry-level position requires a high school diploma or GED, US citizenship, a valid driver’s license, and a clean criminal record. Training is provided at AU; offers full-time hours and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Less than 1 year of relevant experience.
• US Citizenship, 21+ years old, clean criminal record.

Responsibilities

• Provide police services and incident response on university property.
• Accurately write and prepare incident reports.
• Collect, package and document evidence; conduct preliminary investigations.
• Promote crime prevention and aid victims with resources.
• Control access to buildings and ensure security of secured spaces.

Skills

Public safety

Decision making

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world.

Department

University Police Administration

Time Type

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Summary

This is an entry level position with no previous experience required. AUPD covers all the costs of required training. The Campus Police Officer provides a safe and secure environment to all members of the American University Community by providing law enforcement services and emergency responses on all University property. The incumbent writes police incident reports, conducts preliminary investigations, promotes crime prevention efforts, and utilizes their arrest authority.

Essential Functions

• Police Services and Incident Response

  • Performs preventative police and public service duties, through mobile (foot, bicycle and/or vehicle) patrols or fixed post.
  • Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service and determines the appropriate action.
  • Identifies and articulates suspicious and criminal behavior and determines the appropriate action.
  • Enforces all Federal and District of Columbia laws and all-American University policies and regulations.
  • Determines the appropriate response to violations of law and policy, utilizing tools such as arrest, warning, parking citation, barring notice or student conduct referral. Identifies and reports ongoing, community crime risks. Directs traffic and enforces parking and traffic regulations.

• Incident Reports and Preliminary Investigation

  • Accurately and thoroughly writes and prepares incident reports.
  • Collects, packages, photographs and documents evidence and property.
  • Conducts preliminary investigations and obtains arrest warrants and testifies in court.

• Community Liaison and Crime Prevention

  • Assists with community outreach efforts, presentations, and training. Supports and aids crime victims and connects them with resources.
  • Acts as liaison between university/municipal police agencies and the community.

• Access Control

  • Provides access control functions such as locking and unlocking buildings, as well as providing access to secured spaces for authorized university personnel, students, and contractors.
  • Communicate any irregularities in security devices with management.
  • Demonstrate the ability to operate the basic functions of a fire system control panel, such as acknowledging, silencing, and resetting of alarms.

Competencies

• Serving Customers.
• Supporting Coworkers.
• Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions.
• Thinking Broadly.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Full-Time.
• 40 hours per week.
• Non-Exempt.

Salary Range

$29.38-$31.77 per hour.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• Less than 1 year of relevant experience.
• At least 21 years old.
• US Citizen.
• Permanent Driver's License.
• Clear Criminal Record.

Benefits

AU offers a competitive benefits package.

Other Details

• Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.
• Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.
• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

American University is an E-Verify employer.

Equal Opportunity Statement

American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual's genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.