Campus Police Officer (POOL)

Central Washington University; Ellensburg (WA); Presencial; USD 80.000 - 108.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical and dental insurance

Retirement and optional savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Vacation and sick leave

Descripción de la vacante

Central Washington University is recruiting a Campus Police Officer to join our University Police and Public Safety team in Ellensburg, Washington. This role entails patrolling the campus to ensure safety, enforcing laws, and providing emergency assistance to students, faculty, and staff.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and salary within the Teamsters range. The Campus Police Officer will collaborate with the community to create a secure campus environment, perform

Formación

• Twenty-one years of age.
• High school graduation or equivalent.
• A valid driver's license.
• No felony or domestic violence convictions.
• Ability to foster a supportive learning/work environment with students and colleagues.
• OR applicable combination of education and/or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Responsabilidades

• Patrol campus areas by vehicle, bicycle or on foot.
• Investigate complaints and take appropriate action.
• Perform community caretaking and emergency aid.
• Respond to and handle emergency calls in patrol areas.
• Respond and assist city, county, or other law enforcement agencies in cases of emergency.
• Conduct parking enforcement.
• Advise, direct, and give information to the general public.
• Prepare accurate records and reports; provide documentation to the Prosecutor, Courts, and other agencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Accountability

Judgement

Teamwork

Adaptability

Belonging

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited college degree in criminal justice or related field

Descripción del empleo

Central Washington University is recruiting a Campus Police Officer to join our University Police and Public Safety team in Ellensburg, Washington. This role is an important member of our team as they enhance the vision for the University. The role is a campus-based position, which means you get to see the lives you are impacting. We're offering a competitive salary plus the awesome CWU benefits.

Who we are:

We are a team of individuals committed to Changing Students' Lives. No matter what job, each of us plays a part in supporting and empowering our students to fulfill their dreams.

Working in higher education provides career growth and career choice. Think of a university campus like a mini city, operating across 380 acres. You'll find robust academics, libraries, athletics and sporting events, full service and quick serve dining, conferences and events from small to large, recreation centers, housing, health services, police and public safety for the campus population of ~8,300 students.

Central Washington University has been named a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Top Producing Institution for the 2022-2023 academic year. In addition, for seven out of eight years, CWU was a recipient of the prestigious Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine. RentCafe has also named CWU #13 of the Top 20 Best College Towns in the U.S. in 2025.

Come join us on our journey to encourage, inspire, and create spaces where all identities thrive on campus.

Tour our campus in Ellensburg here. www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjdhOegDa9A

What we offer:

Our investment in you begins the day you join our team, a healthy and successful future for you is important to us. We offer medical, dental, life and disability insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, tuition assistance for you and your dependents, discounts across town, an employee assistance program for individualized counseling, and a wellness incentive program. Learn more: Benefits, Perks, and Leave and Total Rewards Calculator.

The Role:

This position works in partnership with our communities to create a safe and secure environment through education and enforcement. Police Officers perform general duty police work by patrolling the campus by vehicle, bicycle or on foot. The Campus Police Officer is responsible for security, protection, providing assistance, crime prevention, investigation, emergency aid, and ensuring proper enforcement of applicable federal, state, and local statutes and other university policies. Police, Parking, and Public Safety employees directly affect the vision, mission, and values of Central Washington University by promoting a campus environment that ensures the safety and physical well-being of all students, faculty, and staff.

All employees are expected to uphold and contribute to CWU's vision, mission, and values, fostering a culture of student success and institutional excellence.

Job Duties

• Patrol designated areas including classrooms, residence halls, and other facilities, by vehicle, bicycle or on foot, as assigned.
• Investigate and take action on complaints and related details as assigned.
• Perform community caretaking.
• Respond to and handle emergency calls in patrol areas.
• Respond and assist city, county, or other law enforcement agencies in cases of emergency.
• Conduct parking enforcement.
• Advise, direct, and give information to the general public.
• Perform related duties in connection with special events, information services, medical assists, animal control and various other public services.
• Make public safety presentations to the department, campus community, and general public.
• Prepare accurate and complete records and reports.
• Provide documentation to the Prosecutor, Courts, other criminal justice, and social service agencies and appear in Court when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Twenty-one years of age.
• High school graduation or equivalent.
• A valid driver's license.
• No felony or domestic violence convictions.
• Demonstrated ability and/or experience working collaboratively with students and/or colleagues to foster a supportive and effective learning and work environment.
• OR applicable combination of education and/or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Special Conditions of Employment

• Incumbents must be able to obtain peace officer certification as required by the State of Washington.
• Incumbents have complete police authority, including arrest powers and are required to be commissioned law officers under the regulations of the State of Washington.

Preferred Qualifications

• Accredited college degree in criminal justice, police science or related field.
• Law enforcement and/or University law enforcement experience.
• Certified law enforcement officer.
• Ability to incorporate a variety of perspectives and relevant societal issues into everyday conversations.
• Demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for students through various activities.
• Accountability/Dependability: Accepts responsibility for quality of own work; acknowledges and corrects mistakes. Shows up on time, meets standards, deadlines, and work schedules.
• Judgement: Makes timely, informed decisions. Analyzes options and determines appropriate course of action.
• Teamwork: Promotes cooperation and mutual support to achieve goals. Encourages participation and mutual support.
• Adaptability/Flexibility: Responds positively to changing business needs and responsibilities. Adapts approach and methods to achieve results; recovers quickly from setbacks and finds alternatives.
• Commitment to Belonging: Values the uniqueness of every individual and fosters an environment where everyone feels respected and empowered to thrive.

Don't meet every single requirement? At CWU, we're committed to creating a welcoming and genuine workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. This could be the opportunity you're looking for!

Salary: This position is based on the Teamsters range 62 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between CWU and Teamsters Local 760, which has a minimum annual salary of $79,956 and maximum annual salary of $107,508. In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Schedule/Appointment: Rotating shifts, including night and weekend shifts / Teamsters Local 760 Bargaining Unit

Working Conditions: Patrol work is performed indoors and outdoors and will have exposure to all types of weather and conditions. Frequent contact with clients, including some contact with those who may be angry, distraught, or frustrated. Potential for damage to health, life, and property. Required to work varying and rotating shifts and hours. Weekend, holiday, and occasional overtime work is required. Work requires a normal range of hearing and visual acuity, eye/hand coordination and manual dexterity. Operate a motor vehicle. Use firearm(s) and respond to force to protect lives. Some travel is required.

Benefits: CWU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, life and disability insurance, along with vacation and sick leave plans depending on employment classification. For additional information please visit Benefits, Perks, and Leave and Total Rewards Calculator.

An employee of CWU may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program if the employee has student loans. To learn more, visit: https://ofm.wa.gov/state-human-resources/public-service-loan-forgiveness-program.

CWU is an EEO/AA/Title IX/Veteran/Disability Employer.