Police Officer I

Universities of Wisconsin; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point is seeking a Police Officer I to join University Police and Security Services. This full-time, sworn position enforces laws, protects the campus community, and provides emergency aid as part of campus safety operations.

Qualified candidates must be Wisconsin-certified peace officers, complete the WI 720 Academy, and hold an associate degree or higher; a bachelor’s degree is preferred. Strong communication and knowledge of laws and UW rules are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires certification as a police officer in the State of Wisconsin upon appointment.
• Completion of the WI 720 Law Enforcement Academy.
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn the functions of a campus law enforcement operation.
• Associates degree or higher.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Knowledge of federal, state laws and UW System rules.
• Knowledge of current investigatory techniques and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provides personal safety and crime prevention education to institutional community.
• Engages in problem solving, threat mitigation, and conflict resolution for a wide range of issues and incidents involving citizens, groups, campus entities, government agencies, businesses, leaders, and others.
• Ensures the safe and orderly flow of traffic on institutional roadways and enforces traffic laws.
• Performs preliminary and follow-up investigations to solve crimes, identify suspects and victims, apprehend criminals, and document case information.
• Provides protection of life, property, and the preservation of peace and good order and provides emergency aid to the institutional community.

Skills

Effective oral and written

Legal knowledge

Investigative techniques

Campus law enforcement operations

Education

Associates degree or higher

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

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Position Title:

Police Officer I

Job Category:

University Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Police Officer I

Job Duties:

The job of a police officer is a sworn and state certified peace officer position assigned to University Police and Security Services. Police officers operate under the general direction of the Chief of Police /Director of University Police and Security Services. A police officer will provide a full range of law enforcement and security services. Police officers will enforce laws, respond to threats, investigate complaints and suspicious occurrences and incidents which may impact the University, maintain order, assist people, identify criminal activity, apprehend offenders, identify the source of problems in the community and work with the community to resolve issues. The police officer will support the department’s mission by providing essential functions while respecting the rights and dignity of all individuals.

**Full position description is available upon request. **

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Provides personal safety and crime prevention education to institutional community
• Engages in problem solving, threat mitigation, and conflict resolution for a wide range of issues and incidents involving citizens, groups, campus entities, government agencies, businesses, leaders, and others
• Ensures the safe and orderly flow of traffic on institutional roadways and enforces traffic laws
• Performs preliminary and follow-up investigations to solve crimes, identify suspects and victims, apprehend criminals, and document case information
• Provides protection of life, property, and the preservation of peace and good order and provides emergency aid to the institutional community

Department:

University Police and Security Servicesis the Campus law enforcement authority, operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. The primary goal is the protection of the University, its occupants, and the surrounding community. University Police operate in a full law enforcement capacity and have a close working relationship with the Stevens Point Police Department.

The Police Officer is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt, annual position.

Well-qualified candidates can expect an hourly rate of $35.

Eligible Universitiesof Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package, review the University Staff Benefit Quick Guide.Use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator to calculate the estimated value of your compensation and benefits.

Required Qualifications:

• Requires certification as a police officer in the State of Wisconsin upon appointment
• Completion of the WI 720 Law Enforcement Academy
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn the functions of a campus law enforcement operation.
• Associates degree or higher
• Effective oral and written communication
• Knowledge of federal, state laws and UW System rules
• Knowledge of current investigatory techniques and procedures

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous sworn law enforcement experience
• Knowledge or experience with university system law enforcement
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

Special Notes:

Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.stevenspointarea.com .

Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affordative Action at 715-346-2606 or [e-mail].

The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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