POLICE OFFICER

Loyola University Chicago; Rogers Park Township (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established university seeks a dedicated Police Officer to ensure safety on campus. This role involves patrolling university grounds, responding to incidents, and maintaining a secure environment for students and staff. The ideal candidate will have prior police experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle various situations effectively. Join a forward-thinking institution committed to community engagement and sustainability, where your contributions will help foster a safe and supportive academic environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must complete 400+ hours of police academy training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe environment through patrols.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Communication Skills

Police Experience

Report Writing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

400+ hours Police Academy Training

Tools

Business/Law Enforcement Software

Job description

Position Details

Position Details

High school diploma or GED, successful completion of 400+hours of police academy training from a State of IL certified program and one year of related experience. Licenses: State of Illinois certified firearms training; a current F.O.I.D. card and a valid driver's license.

Job Title	POLICE OFFICER
Position Number	8101319
Job Category	University Staff
Job Type	Full-Time
FLSA Status	Non-Exempt
Campus	Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Department Name	CAMPUS SAFETY
Location Code	CAMPUS SAFETY LSC (04730A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?	No
Duties and Responsibilities	This person would report to the Sergeant (Watch Commander). His or her duties would include; Maintaining a safe environment for the University community by way of patrol (foot and vehicular) of buildings, grounds, parking lots, off campus facilities and city streets in the vicinity of the campus proper. Perform other task as assigned.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Qualifications	The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires prior police experience in a recognized armed police department. This position also requires good communication skills, both verbal and written. The candidate must pass an extensive background investigation, drug screening., and psychological test. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
Computer Skills	Basic keyboarding skills, and ability to write reports, search databases, and follow business/law enforcement software is necessary.
Supervisory Responsibilities	No
Required operation of university owned vehicles	Yes
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?	No
Physical Demands	Lifting, Carrying, Standing, Climbing, Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions	Lighting, Heating, Ventilation, Odors, Noise, Animals, Heights, Infectious Diseases, Danger, Irregular Hours, Exposure to Inclement Weather
Open Date	03/20/2025
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate	$29.57/hr
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate	$29.57/hr
Special Instructions to Applicants
About Loyola University Chicago	Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world. Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here. Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University's Nondiscrimination Policy.
Quick Link for Posting	https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/31929