Police Officer III, Certified

uchicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago Police Department (UCPD) is seeking officers to provide aid and safeguards to the University community, students, faculty, and staff. Officers perform routine patrols by vehicle, bicycle, and on foot; investigate criminal activity; enforce traffic laws; and participate in crime prevention to protect life and property.

You will respond to emergencies, assist in prosecutions, train less experienced officers, and establish rapport with the University Community to support

Qualifications

• Patrols by vehicle, bicycle and on foot as part of routine duties.
• Investigates criminal activity and enforces traffic and parking regulations.
• Prepares clear, accurate reports and documents activities.
• Trains non-certified and less experienced Police Officers.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate department equipment during patrols and check premises for hazards.
• Obey laws and orders; perform tasks assigned by supervisor or shift.
• Respond promptly to radio calls and police service requests.
• Assist investigations by securing scenes, collecting evidence, and analyzing information.
• Assist with traffic control, accidents, and citation or arrest processes.
• Support officers in pursuing and prosecuting offenders and testifying in court.

Skills

Patrol operations

Investigation skills

Reporting

Communication

Geographic knowledge

Job description

Department

OPS DSS Police: Patrol Services

About the Department

The University of Chicago Police Department (UCPD) is a full service, CALEA-accredited police department serving the University of Chicago and surrounding areas from 37th Street to 64th Street, and Cottage Grove Avenue to Lake Shore Drive. Members of the department are committed to conducting their work in a respectful and dignified manner while providing a safe environment for those who live, learn, and work in our community.

Job Information

Job Summary

Provides aid and safeguards to all members of the University community, students, faculty, and staff working and living in the area. Performs routine vehicular, bicycle and foot patrols; investigates criminal activity; enforces traffic and parking regulations; conducts a variety of crime prevention activities to protect life and property; prevents disorder; apprehends and assists in the prosecution of criminals; responds to emergencies, and enforces laws and ordinances. Serves as a resource and trains non-certified and less experienced Police Officers.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate department equipment on patrol; make periodic interior and exterior premise checks of University grounds to determine existence of unusual or hazardous conditions; take appropriate action when such condition is detected; assist with investigations of suspicious persons, places or things; and assist Certified Police Officers to respond when observing a situation requiring police action and/or request assignment of other Certified Police Officers.
• Obey lawful orders of superiors; perform appropriate tasks and duties assigned by supervisor or shift.
• Supervisor; promptly answer radio calls; and promptly respond to assigned calls for police service.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and complete reports and document activities both verbally and in writing.
• Review and record necessary and pertinent information at roll call; be properly groomed and maintain equipment and uniform in neat, orderly manner; and inspect assigned vehicle or bicycle for proper equipment and/or damage prior to leaving for patrol.
• Assist with accident and criminal investigations; protect accident or crime scenes; help aid the injured; help control traffic and/or the public; collect and preserve evidence; observe interviews of witnesses and suspects; help determine the cause of accident; prepare accurate reports and/or diagrams; and observe issuance of citations and arrests.
• Support Certified Police Officers to: identify, pursue, apprehend, and assist in the prosecution of persons who violate federal, state and local laws, statutes and ordinances; subdue resisting individuals; search arrested persons; administer specialized tests to determine illegal drug or alcohol consumption; seize contraband; transport arrested persons to police facility; make warrant inquiries; fingerprint suspects; and appear and testify in court as a witness or an arresting officer.
• Assist motorists with disabled vehicles; request emergency assistance when needed; remove debris to eliminate traffic hazards; and push vehicles when necessary.
• Help evacuate persons from dangerous areas, secure buildings or areas, and assist other University departments or governmental agencies in disaster or emergency situations.
• Attend and successfully complete assigned continuing education and training programs, and qualify with lethal and non-lethal weapons as required by department procedures and/or needs.
• Attend and successfully complete Basic Law Enforcement Officers' Training course as prescribed by the Illinois Law Enforcement Officers' Training and Standards Board.
• Establish rapport and enhance communication with members of the University Community to create a better understanding of University Police functions, purpose, and goals within the community, to determine community needs, and to assist in resolution of community social problems.

Competencies

• Properly operate and maintain tools and equipment related to law enforcement required. Working knowledge of Illinois Criminal Statutes, Illinois vehicle code, local ordinances, University rules and regulations, and civil law related to police work required.
• Learn and correctly apply University Police Department rules, regulations, general orders, policies, practices, and procedures required.
• Thoroughly knowledgeable of geographic area and boundaries served by the University Police Department required.
• Effectively deal with a variety of unpleasant circumstances and unusual human conduct associated with and/or arising from emergency situations including, but not limited to, physical trauma, mental and/or physical stress, panic, etc. required.
• Work independently or as a team member and make sound decisions with minimal direction and under stressful circumstances required.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing required.
• Complete mathematical calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages required. Ability to establish and m