Police Officer

Delta College; Michigan; On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta College is seeking a Police Officer to serve as a sworn public safety officer for the college community. The role includes patrolling campus roads, buildings and parking areas by car, bike or on foot to deter crime and ensure safety.

Responsibilities include responding to emergencies, writing detailed incident reports, crime scene protection, and providing assistance to students, staff and visitors while enforcing college policies.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in law enforcement, criminal justice or related field.
• Must be licensed as a Police Officer by M.C.O.L.E.S.
• Possess a valid, unrestricted Michigan driver's license.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work with a diverse college community including students, staff and visitors.
• Flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime.
• Physically capable of all duties including standing, walking, driving and exposure to weather.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus roads and grounds by vehicle, bicycle or on foot to deter crime and enforce college policies.
• Respond to police, medical and fire emergencies and provide first aid when needed.
• Investigate crimes, prepare detailed reports and collect evidence.
• Conduct interviews and coordinate with prosecutors and other agencies.
• Provide public safety services and crime prevention education to the college community.

Skills

Licensed Police Officer by M.C.O.L.E.S

Valid Michigan Driver's License

Independent work capabilities

Work with diverse community

Flexible schedule

Physical fitness

Education

Associates degree in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Public Administration or equivalent

Job description

Full-time, Starting Salary $24.65 – $27.36 per hour: Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience)

Position Summary Information

Position Accountabilities and Essential Functions

The successful candidate must demonstrate experience, skills, and commitment to fostering an environment of belonging, diversity, equity and inclusion in students, faculty and staff.

Position Summary

This position is that of a Police Officer. The primary duty is to serve the College Community as a sworn police officer. This position patrols roads and parking lots by motor vehicle, bicycle or on foot to control traffic and parking. This position patrols campus buildings on foot patrol being a visible deterrent to criminal activity and is a source of assistance. This position handles medical emergencies, disturbances of the peace, arrests law violators, enforces college policy, applies the law fairly to all persons and provides necessary emergency or public services. Public Safety Officers strive to provide a safe and secure learning environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To The Following

Patrol: Vehicle/Bicycle/Foot

Patrol an assigned area in order to minimize the occurrence of crime, protect the peace, and serve the interests of the College. Respond to calls for police service. Investigate crimes, write detailed reports, protect crime scene, collect and secure evidence. Renders various types of assistance to all involved persons. Patrol the College buildings and grounds to minimize, deter and report safety and security hazards or violations. Patrol assigned roadways and parking lots, investigate irregularities. Facilitate the flow of vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Issue parking and traffic warnings and tickets. Make arrests when necessary.

Respond to Police, Medical and Fire Emergencies

Render emergency first aid, evaluate the situation and if necessary request advanced medical personnel. Respond to calls for Police assistance and College security services. Serve subpoenas, warrants and other legal documents issued by the court system or College judicial process. Respond to motor vehicle crashes, direct traffic, police the accident, write report and take appropriate legal action. Assist other agencies when requested.

Investigations/Report Writing/Daily Activity Logs

Investigate all criminal complaints and citizen concerns as they relate to the College. Prepare detailed reports of criminal and non-criminal complaints, traffic crashes and other complaints investigated. Interview complainants, locate and interview victims, witnesses and suspects. Complete LiveScan fingerprinting. Work in conjunction with the Prosecutor’s Office, other law enforcement agencies and the College’s Judicial System.

Public Relations/Communications/Preventative Programming/Etc.

Provide services – locked keys in vehicles, escorts, wrecker requests, directions, crime prevention and awareness. Work department communication area, dispatch, telephone operator, monitor alarm systems. Maintain a good understanding of the College functions, general operations and policies.

Required Qualifications

• Must possess an Associates degree in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Public Administration or equivalent knowledge and skills.
• Must be licensed as a Police Officer by M.C.O.L.E.S
• Possess a valid, unrestricted, Michigan Drivers License.
• Must be able to work independently, with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work with a diverse community, including students, employees, faculty, and visitors
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including: days, afternoons, evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime
• Must be physically able to perform all of the duties of a police officer, including sitting, standing, walking, running, driving a vehicle, exposure to inclement weather, and brief periods of intense exertion.
• This position is classified as essential personnel and may be required to work when the College is closed.

Additional Experiences Considered

• Bachelor Degree preferred. Major(s) preferred: Law Enforcement / Criminal Justice
• Valid certification for C.P.R./First Aid – Medical First Responder Training preferred.
• Current training for use of force (lethal and non-lethal)
• Current training in precision driving skills
• Prior experience in a College or University policing environment preferred.

Application Deadline

Position will remain open until filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by August 13th. The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcript 1

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Letter of Recommendation 3
• Transcript 2
• Transcript 3