Patrol Officer Recruit, I, or II

University of Louisville; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Louisville Police Department seeks qualified candidates for Patrol Officer Recruit, Patrol Officer I, and Patrol Officer II (Lateral).

These positions provide law enforcement and public safety services to the University community through patrol, enforcement of applicable laws, crime prevention, and emergency response. Applicants will be considered based on training, sworn status, POPS certification, and full-time sworn experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, plus 2 years of experience for Patrol Officer II.
• Must be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver’s license.
• U.S. citizenship at time of appointment.
• DOCJT POPS certification or eligibility; police academy recognized by DOCJT.
• Candidate must pass written exam, oral interviews, drug screening, physical, psychological evaluation, and background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Provide law enforcement and public safety services to the University community through patrol and enforcement of laws and regulations.
• Conduct crime prevention, emergency response, investigations, and traffic control.
• Engage with community members to promote safety and build trust; coordinate with university stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with Kentucky POPS certification requirements and contribute to a safe campus environment.

Skills

21+ age

Background check

U.S. citizenship

Driver's license

Patrol experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

DOCJT POPS certification or eligible

Job description

Department:

Location:

Belknap Campus Time Type:

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Regular Job Req ID:

R109601 Minimum Requirements:

Patrol Officer II - High school diploma or GED and minimum of 2 years experience. Minimum of 21 years of age. Valid driver's license required and insurable through University's auto insurance policy. USA citizenship at time of appointment. Certified under the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training Police Officer's Professional Standard (P.O.P.S.) program and a police academy recognized and approved by the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training (DOCJT). To be eligible for appointment candidates cannot have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor domestic violence crime as set forth in 18 U.S.C. & 992 (g) (8) and (9). The selection process includes successful completion of a written examination, oral interviews, drug screening test, physical examination and psychological evaluation and comprehensive background investigation. Certified or eligible for the DOCJT Intermediate Law Enforcement Officer Certification. Grade 6 (Hourly)

Patrol Officer I - High school/GED or equivalent diploma and one year of experience. Minimum 21 years of age. Valid driver's license required and insurable through University's auto insurance policy. USA Citizenship at time of appointment. Certified or eligible for certification under the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training Police Officer's Professional Standard (P.O.P.S.) program and a police academy recognized and approved by the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training. To be eligible for appointment candidates cannot have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor domestic violence crime as set forth in 18 U.S.C. & 992 (g) (8) and (9). The selection process includes successful completion of a written examination, oral interviews, drug screening test, physical examination and psychological evaluation and comprehensive background investigation. Grade 5 (Hourly)

Patrol Officer Recruit - High school/GED or equivalent diploma and one year of experience. Minimum 21 years of age. Valid driver's license required and insurable through University's auto insurance policy. USA Citizenship at time of appointment. Certified or eligible for certification under the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training Police Officer's Professional Standard (P.O.P.S.) program and a police academy recognized and approved by the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training. To be eligible for appointment candidates cannot have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor domestic violence crime as set forth in 18 U.S.C. & 992 (g) (8) and (9). The selection process includes successful completion of a written examination, oral interviews, drug screening test, physical examination and psychological evaluation and comprehensive background investigation. Grade 4 (Hourly)

Position Description:

The University of Louisville Police Department seeks qualified candidates for three classifications: Patrol Officer Recruit, Patrol Officer I, and Patrol Officer II (Lateral).

These positions provide law enforcement and public safety services to the University community through patrol, enforcement of applicable laws and regulations, crime prevention, emergency response, criminal investigations, evidence collection, traffic control, community engagement, and related police activities.

Applicants will be considered for the appropriate classification based on their law enforcement training, sworn status, Kentucky Peace Officer Professional Standards (POPS) certification, and qualifying full-time sworn law enforcement experience.

Police Officer Recruit is an entry-level classification for candidates who have not completed a law enforcement basic training academy.

Police Officer I is intended for academy-certified, sworn officers with less than three years of full-time sworn law enforcement experience.

Police Officer II (Lateral) is intended for academy-certified officers with at least three years of full-time sworn law enforcement experience who meet Kentucky POPS certification requirements.

This evergreen posting allows candidates to apply through one recruitment process and be considered for the classification for which they qualify.

Candidates will be placed at the Patrol Officer Recruit, Patrol Officer I, or Patrol Officer II level based on the candidate's qualifications.

Applicants who are or have been employed as peace officers in Kentucky must disclose whether they are subject to an employment contract or statutory reimbursement obligation (for example, under KRS 70.290 or 16.050(9)) and identify the agency entitled to reimbursement (either the current agency or initial hiring agency). Any offer to such an applicant may be conditioned on either (a) a written release of that obligation, signed by an official with authority to bind the entitled agency, or (b) University approval to pay the reimbursement.

Position Classifications and Compensation

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