Police Officer

University of the Pacific; Stockton, Northern (CA, KY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

University of the Pacific in Stockton is seeking a Campus Security Officer to patrol campus properties by car, bike, and on foot, enforcing laws and university rules while protecting students, staff, and visitors.

The role involves investigations, arrests when needed, and providing information, direction, and community outreach. A California POST-certified officer with valid credentials, U.S. citizenship, and a clean record is preferred; relocation within California may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Graduate of a CA POST-approved academy with valid certificate or recertification.
• Must be at least 21 years old at appointment.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or pursue citizenship within 3 years.
• No felony convictions.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus using patrol car, bicycle, and on foot.
• Provide information and direction to staff, faculty, students and visitors.
• Enforce city, county, state laws and university rules.
• Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations.
• Make arrests as necessary and prepare reports.
• Interview victims, complainants and witnesses; testify in court.
• Assist in community relations and crime prevention activities.
• Promote campus safety through public relations programs.

Skills

Positive attitude

Diversity & inclusion

Communication

Map reading

Emergency vehicle operation

Firearms qualification

Interpersonal skills

Public relations

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

CA P.O.S.T academy certificate

U.S. citizenship

No felony convictions

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Windows OS

Job description

For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University

Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.

External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.

Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose

Responsible for performing law enforcement and crime prevention activities. Controls traffic flow and enforces State and local traffic laws on Pacific campus.

Essential Functions

• Patrols University property in patrol car, bicycle, and foot patrol.
• Provides information and direction to staff, faculty, students and visitors to campus.
• Enforces City, County and State laws, and University rules and regulations.
• Conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations.
• Makes arrests as necessary and prepares reports.
• Interviews victims, complainants and witnesses.
• Testifies and presents evidence in court.
• Assists in performance of a variety of community relations and crime prevention activities.
• Participates in public relations programs to promote better police community relations and crime prevention.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

This position serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA) as outlined by the Clery Act. CSAs have federally mandated responsibilities to report crimes that are reported them.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Special Instructions to Applicants: University of the Pacific is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. Must successfully meet the minimum qualifications of the City of Stockton and complete a background investigation, which shall include a pre-employment physical, computerized voice stress analysis, and psychological screening.

This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the Stockton Public Safety memorandum of understanding (MOU) agreement between University of the Pacific and the Stockton Police Department.

Education/Experience/Certifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Graduate of a California (CA) Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) approved academy and currently possesses a valid certificate, or a valid CA P.O.S.T Recertification certificate or a valid CA P.O.S.T academy Basic Course Waiver certificate.
• Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age at the time of appointment.
• Be a citizen of the United States or have applied for citizenship (and achieve citizenship within three (3) years).
• Have no felony convictions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior law enforcement experience preferred, but new academy graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge in Community Oriented Policing.
• Understanding of current policing issues, philosophies, practices, and trends as applied within the University environment.
• Certified in Basic First Aid.

Skills / Knowledge and Expertise

• Positive attitude, proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion.
• Basic computer skills in Windows operating system, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to read maps and retain street, building, and compass directions.
• Able to research and gather information through interrogations and investigations.
• Effectively communicate over telephone and radio equipment.
• Effective operation of Emergency Vehicles.
• Able to effectively qualify in the use of firearms.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is an in-person role, and the successful candidate must be willing to relocate within California, preferably within 25 miles of the Stockton Pacific campus.

Union membership required. Must pass Physical Agility Test (PAT) required to meet physical requirements for Stockton Police Department. Must successfully complete a background investigation, which shall include a background screening, pre-employment physical, and a psychological screening.

Work Environment / Work Week / Travel

Work performed both in and out of doors. Must be willing to work evenings, night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Valid driver’s license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University’s fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The University and its insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $34.18 - $43.06 per hour. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

Anti-Discrimination / EEO Policy Statement

University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability, or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates, all hiring decisions are made based on merit, selecting the most qualified individual for each position.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a High School diploma or G.E.D.?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you a graduate of a California (CA) Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) approved academy and currently possesses a valid certificate, or do you have a valid CA P.O.S.T Recertification certificate or a valid CA P.O.S.T academy Basic Course Waiver certificate?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Will you be at least twenty-one (21) years of age at the time of appointment?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Will you be a citizen of the United States or have applied for citizenship (and achieve citizenship within three (3) years)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have any felony convictions?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Pacific participates in federal healthcare programs. As such, a required part of the hiring process is to verify that potential employees have not been excluded from participating in federal programs for mandatory exclusions (including for fraud, controlled substances crimes, patient abuse or neglect, or other program-related crimes) or for other permissive exclusions by the Office of Inspector General. A "Yes" response would be considered disqualifying. Please answer the following question accordingly:Are you currently excluded from participation in federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Pacific participates in federal healthcare programs. As such, a required part of the hiring process is to verify that potential employees have not been excluded from participating in federal programs for mandatory exclusions (including for fraud, controlled substances crimes, patient abuse or neglect, or other program-related crimes) or for other permissive exclusions by the Office of Inspector General. A "Yes" response would be considered disqualifying. Please answer the following question accordingly:Have you received notice that you are under review for possible exclusion from any federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • CSHP Job Posting
  • ACCP Job Posting
  • Personal Referral
  • Pacific Website
  • Other