Lateral Police Officer

University of Nebraska at Omaha; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 82,799 - 101,198; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Lateral Police Officer at the University of Nebraska Omaha. The role involves general police work, routine patrol, and law enforcement duties. Candidates must be certified, possess a high school diploma or GED, and have prior experience as a police officer.

This full-time position offers a salary of up to $91,999 annually. The officer will be responsible for maintaining safety and security, responding to incidents, and supporting investigative efforts as necessary.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified police officer.
• Experience in routine police work and enforcement of laws.
• Ability to operate independently in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Perform general police work to protect life and property.
• Conduct routine patrol and respond to emergencies.
• Assist in investigations and maintain documentation.

Skills

Police officer experience

Independent judgment

Emergency response

Education

High School education or GED

Tools

Nebraska driver's license

Job description

UNO is Nebraska's public metropolitan research university - auniversity with strong academic values, diverse programs andlearning opportunities, and significant relationships with ourcommunity that facilitate engaged teaching and research.

Lateral Police Officer

Job Grade: PS24H | Division: Business and Finance | College/Dept: Public Safety | Department: Law Enforcement | Requisition Number: 2026-00175 | FTE: 100% | Work Schedule: Varies | Remote/Telecommuting: No | Appointment Term: 08- Other | Pay: Up to $91,999 per year (Hourly) | FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt | Is essential personnel under inclement weather policy:

Position Summary

A University Police Officer will perform general and varied police work in the protection of life and property through overall security measures and the enforcement of laws and ordinances. The police officer will have the responsibility to perform routine police assignments received from a dispatcher or a police supervisor. General duties will consist of routine patrol, case investigation, traffic regulation, and crime prevention efforts. The officer must be able to act without direct supervision and to exercise independent judgment in meeting emergencies, conducting investigations, and determining the appropriate outcome to such case investigations. Employees may receive special assignments which call upon specialized abilities and knowledge usually acquired through experience as a police officer. Will be required to assist other personnel of the police department in conduction investigations, interviews, interrogations, searches, arrests, referrals, along with associated documentation. Assignments and instruction are received from a superior officer who reviews work methods and results through reports, personal inspection, and discussion.

Required Qualifications

• High School education or GED
• Previous police officer experience
• Must be a current certified police officer
• Valid Nebraska driver's license required

Compliance Requirements

• Credit Check: No
• Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check: Yes
• Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment: Yes
• Drug Screen: Yes

Supplemental Question

1. * Are you currently a certified police officer?
   • Yes
   • No