Police Officer (Full-Time)

Kentucky State University; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kentucky State University is seeking a Police Officer who will enforce local, state, and federal laws while ensuring compliance with university policies. Key responsibilities include patrolling campus, responding to service calls, and documenting incidents.

The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience as a patrol officer and the required certifications as a State of Kentucky Certified Law Enforcement Officer. This full-time position demands a commitment to maintaining safety and security on campus.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience as a patrol officer required.
• Must be State of Kentucky Certified Law Enforcement Officer or eligible for certification by waiver.
• Valid Kentucky operator’s license needed.

Responsibilities

• Enforce local, state, and federal laws.
• Provide security for personnel and property.
• Document crimes and incidents.

Skills

First aid procedures

Report writing

Effective communication

Legal evidence gathering

Calmness in emergencies

Police equipment operation

Education

Graduation from an accredited law enforcement academy

Tools

Police equipment

Job description

TITLE: Police Officer

DEPARTMENT: University Police

REPORTS TO: VP Finance and Administration

CLASSIFICATION: Staff-12 months

EFFECTIVE DATE: TBD

STANDARD WORK HOURS: 40 hours per week

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

Job Summary

Under minimum supervision, an essential employee responsible for enforcing local, state, and federal laws and ensuring compliance with university policies. Provides security for personnel, real property, and equipment. Investigates and documents crimes/incidents, preserves evidence, and provides legal testimony.

Essential Job Functions

• Patrol university property in a vehicle, on foot, or bicycle to provide security and law enforcement.
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
• Obtain information needed and complete collision reports, criminal reports, and criminal citations.
• Process evidence, prepare court cases, and provide legal testimony.
• Assist Patrol Sergeant with scheduling and approving reports.
• Train new, inexperienced police officers.
• Perform campus patrol, victim/witness assistance, or as crime prevention officer.
• Operate equipment such as vehicles, radar, emergency equipment, and breath alcohol analyzers.
• May provide first aid services until medical assistance arrives.
• Perform miscellaneous job duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Skill in the use of first aid procedures.
• Ability to write reports containing technical information.
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to complete moderately complex administrative paperwork.
• Ability to gather and organize legal evidence.
• Skill in completing collision and criminal investigations.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Skill in operating police equipment.
• Ability to provide legal depositions and testimony.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, methods, and university policies.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have supervisory responsibility.

Other Duties

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law enforcement academy and at least 10 years of experience as a patrol officer.
• State of Kentucky Certified Law Enforcement Officer or eligibility for certification by the waiver.
• Possession of a valid Kentucky operator’s license.

Working Conditions

• Ability to continuously stand or walk.
• Ability to bend, squat, climb stairs, and lift frequently.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, and move up to 50 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation.

The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.