Police Officer

University Of Notre Dame; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for the role of Police Officer. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to work in a community-oriented environment, providing essential services to ensure the safety of students, faculty, and visitors. Officers will be part of a dynamic team, engaging in various specialty divisions such as Bike Patrol and K9 Division. With competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for overtime, this role is perfect for those passionate about law enforcement and community service. Join a team committed to excellence and integrity in a vibrant campus setting.

Benefits

Paid Holiday Incentives

Uniforms and Equipment Furnished

Educational Benefits

10% University Contribution to 403b

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

On-Campus Wellness Center

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with various constituencies.
• Must maintain strong customer service focus even in difficult situations.

Responsibilities

• Enforce Indiana State Laws and conduct criminal investigations.
• Participate in interviews, background investigations, and evaluations.

Skills

Effective Communication

Customer Service Focus

Decision Making Under Stress

Supervision

Education

College Degree

Job description

The University of Notre Dame Police Department is accepting applications for the position of full-time Police Officer!

The University of Notre Dame Police Department ( NDPD ) is seeking highly motivated individuals with excellent communication skills who want to work in a positive team atmosphere. The campus is comparable to a small town with community members from all over the world. NDPD is a service organization that abides by the following values: Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence. We strive to provide superior customer service and are community engagement-oriented. Come join a positive and diverse team working collaboratively to create a safe environment for our students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Currently Certified Law Enforcement Officers are preferred, however applicants meeting the minimum requirements will also be considered.

The Notre Dame Police Department is a full-service police department recognized by the State of Indiana with the authority to enforce Indiana State Laws, make arrests, and conduct criminal investigations.

Details:

• Indiana Law Enforcement Academy is preferred or the equivalent
  • Certified Officers will have an expedited hiring process
• Minimum Starting wage $31.50/hour
• Paid/Banked Holiday incentive compensation
• Uniforms and equipment furnished
• Exciting paid overtime opportunities (Athletics, Concerts, Protection Details, Supplemental Shift Support and Training to name a few)
• Educational benefits to staff, spouses, and children
• 10% University gross wage contribution to 403b retirement fund
• Competitive medical, vision, and dental insurance plans (University contribution to HSA )
• On-campus comprehensive Wellness Center with lower co-pay options

Specialty Divisions:

• Bike Patrol
• K9 Division
  • Vapor Wake
  • Comfort K9
• Investigations
• Training Division
  • Certified ILEA Instructors
  • Field Training Officers
• R.A.D. (Rape Aggression Defense) Instructors
• Dignitary Protection Details
• Crime Prevention and Community Outreach

Additional Details:
Applicants considered for hire will be required to participate in but not limited to interviews, background investigations, psychological evaluations and drug screening. Non-certifed applicants considered for hire will be required but not limited to the above including written comprehension testing as well as a physical agility test that mirrors the State of Indiana’s testing process.

If hired, non-certified persons will be required to attend and successfully pass the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy Tier 1 course.

• Ability to communicate effectively with various constituencies
• Ability to supervise and adapt to rapidly changing situations, making appropriate decisions under stressful circumstances
• Must maintain strong customer service focus even in difficult policing situations
• Must meet minimum standards regarding acceptance for training by the Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board as specified in Indiana Administrative Code Title 250 Rule 3

Preferred Qualifications

• College Degree
• Tier I Certified Police Officer or the equivalent

Special Instructions to Applicants

Department

Department Police (14005)

Department Website

Department Website https://police.nd.edu/

Family / Sub-Family

Family / Sub-Family Env & Safety / Police

Department Hiring Pay Range

Department Hiring Pay Range Minimum starting wage at $31.50/hr

Pay ID

FLSA Status

FLSA Status S3 - FT Non-exempt Hourly

Job Category

Job Category Service/Maintenance

Job Type

Job Type Full-time

Schedule: Days of Week & Hours

This position will be on either the Afternoon Shift (3 PM – 1 AM) or the Night Shift (8 PM – 6 AM).

Officers work a 10-hour shift with a weekly schedule of 4 days on, followed by 3 days off.

Side 1:

• Off: Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Side 2:

• Off: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday

The 4/3 schedule flips to the opposite side every 4 months.

Schedule: Hours/Week

Schedule: Hours/Week 40

Schedule: # of months

Schedule: # of months 12

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and others that will enhance our community. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have any work experience in a College or University setting? If so, please explain your roles and in what capacity.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you able to stand for long periods of time?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you 21 or older? (To ensure we are in compliance with Indiana State Law which requires Police Officers to be at least 21 years old.)
  • Yes
  • No
• * Why Notre Dame? Please describe your desire and reasoning for interest in this position.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you a certified police officer in the State of Indiana or are you certified in another state with the ability to be certified in the State of Indiana?
  • Yes, I am currently certified in Indiana
  • Yes, I am currently certified in another state with the ability to be certified in the State of Indiana
  • I am not currently a certified police officer
• * If you answered, "Yes" to question 1, which police academy did you attend?

  (Open Ended Question)