Police Officer I

UWLAC University of Wisconsin La Crosse; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation for 12-month positions

Excellent health insurance

Paid holidays and sick days

Retirement after 5 years

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is seeking a Police Officer I to patrol campus grounds and buildings, enforce laws, and protect students, faculty, staff and the public. The officer works under supervision of the Police Sergeant and the Chief of Police Services, supporting safety and public service across the university community.

Required qualifications include an associate degree or 60 credits, eligibility for Wisconsin LESB certification, a valid driver’s license, and ability to operate

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 60 credited hours from an accredited university.
• 60 college credits and 21 years of age or older is required.
• Possess a valid Wisconsin driver’s license or a valid driver’s license from another state.
• Authorization to drive a University vehicle is required.
• The ability to perform the essential functions of a police officer.
• The ability to use all standard law enforcement equipment (firearm, TASER, radio, etc.).
• Knowledge of evidence preservation techniques including photography and other standard evidence collection techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provides protection of life, property, and the preservation of peace and good order and provides emergency aid to the 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.
• Performs preliminary and follow-up investigations to solve crimes, identify suspects and victims, apprehend criminals, and document case information.
• Ensures the safe and orderly flow of traffic on institutional roadways and enforces traffic laws.
• Provides personal safety and crime prevention education to institutional community.

Skills

Communication skills

Observation skills

Problem solving

Public safety awareness

Education

Associate degree or 60 credits

Tools

Firearm proficiency

CPR/First Aid/AED

Job description

Position Title

Police Officer I

Job Category

University Staff

Employment Type

Regular

Job Profile

Police Officer I

Job Duties

The Division of Administration and Finance is committed to providing quality campus services to faculty, staff, students, and external constituencies in support of the university’s mission of teaching, research, and public service. The division includes Facilities Planning & Management, Budget, Human Resources, Information Technology Services, and Police & Parking Services. Under the supervision of the Police Sergeant and in consultation with the Chief of Police Services, the Police Officer will provide enforcement and protection services to the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse campus. The work affects the safety of University property, students, faculty, staff and the general public while they are on the University grounds, and insures compliance with all applicable campus, state, and local rules and laws. This position will patrol University buildings and grounds as well as perform investigative duties as needed. Serves as a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).

Key Job Responsibilities

• Provides protection of life, property, and the preservation of peace and good order and provides emergency aid to the 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
• Performs preliminary and follow-up investigations to solve crimes, identify suspects and victims, apprehend criminals, and document case information
• Ensures the safe and orderly flow of traffic on institutional roadways and enforces traffic laws
• Provides personal safety and crime prevention education to institutional community

Compensation

$28.08 / hour

Required Qualifications

• Applicants must be certifiable, or have completed the 720-hour academy, or be currently enrolled & will complete a WI Department of Justice “Law Enforcement Recruit " training course, & be eligible for certification upon employment by WI Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB) as a Law Enforcement Officer or be a certified Law Enforcement Officer in another state and eligible for certification by WI LESB.
• 60 college credits and 21 years of age or older is required.
• Possess a valid Wisconsin driver’s license or a valid driver’s license from another state.
• Authorization to drive a University vehicle is required.
• The ability to perform the essential functions of a police officer.
• The ability to use all standard law enforcement equipment (e.g. firearm and ammunition, radio/video/photography equipment, TASER Electronic Control Device, etc.).
• Knowledge of evidence preservation techniques including photography and other standard evidence collection techniques.
• Knowledge of emergency vehicle operation procedures and ability to drive a vehicle in emergency mode.
• Knowledge of the proper preparation of all reports, forms, and processing of arrested persons.
• Knowledge of crowd management techniques.
• Knowledge of appropriate state and federal statutes, laws, and administrative rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of investigation and arrest techniques.
• The ability to observe and accurately recall facts or details about persons, events, accidents or crime scenes, physical conditions, and individuals’ behavior.
• Effective written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Effective public relations techniques to communicate clearly and concisely, interact with, and be respectful of a diverse community of students, co-workers, faculty/staff, guests, and the general public.
• The ability to maintain proficiency in technical aspects of law enforcement (e.g. CPR, first aid, AED, defensive tactics, firearms qualification, physical fitness, and emergency vehicle operation).
• Basic computer skills to perform data entry and retrieval (e.g. word processing, database, and internet).

Education

Associate Degree or 60 credited hours from an accredited university.

Information About Your Benefits

• Paid vacation for 12-month positions.
• Excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage.
• Paid holidays and paid sick days.
• After 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career.
• Benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation.
• Benefit eligibility is determined at the point of hire.
• This information is provided for illustrative purposes only.
• Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.

Equal Opportunity Employer

UWL is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration 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.

CBC & Reference Check Policy

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

For the UWL Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.uwlax.edu/student-life/student-resources/annual-security-report/ or contact the University Police Department at 608.785.9000.

About the Universities of Wisconsin

The Universities of Wisconsin serve approximately 161,000 students. Awarding nearly 37,000 degrees annually, the Universities of Wisconsin is Wisconsin’s talent pipeline, putting graduates in position to increase their earning power, contribute to their communities, and make Wisconsin a better place to live. Nearly 90 percent of in‑state Universities of Wisconsin graduates stay in Wisconsin five years after earning a degree – with a median salary of more than $66,000. The Universities of Wisconsin provides a 23:1 return on state investment. The Universities of Wisconsin also contribute to the richness of Wisconsin’s culture and economy with groundbreaking research, new companies and patents, and boundless creative intellectual energy. The Universities of Wisconsin and its employees are purpose‑driven, people‑focused, and committed to stewardship.