Police Officer (Part-Time)

Kentucky State University; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A public university in Kentucky is seeking a Police Officer responsible for enforcing laws and ensuring campus security. The role requires patrol duties, responding to emergencies, and preparing legal documentation. Ideal candidates must have graduated from a law enforcement academy and boast at least ten years of experience, along with a valid Kentucky operator’s license. This part-time role is critical in maintaining a safe environment for the university community.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law enforcement academy and at least 10 years 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.

Responsibilities

• Patrol university property to provide security and law enforcement.
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls.
• Complete collision and criminal reports.
• Process evidence and prepare court cases.

Skills

First aid procedures

Report writing

Following instructions

Effective communication (oral and written)

Administrative paperwork

Gathering legal evidence

Calm reaction in emergencies

Operating police equipment

Providing legal testimony

Knowledge of laws and university policies

Education

Graduation from an accredited law enforcement academy

10 years experience as a patrol officer

Kentucky Certified Law Enforcement Officer

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

20 hours per week

EMPLOYMENT STATUS

Part-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.
• Processes evidence, prepares court cases, and provides legal testimony.
• Assist Patrol Sergeant with scheduling and approving reports.
• Train new, inexperienced police officers.
• Perform campus patrol, victim/witness assistance, or as a 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 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, clamp stairs, and lift frequently. (Corrected text)
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull and move up to 50 pounds.

EEO STATEMENT

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.