University Police Officer

Emporia State University; Emporia (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Emporia State University seeks a dedicated University Police Officer to lead campus safety in the University Police and Safety Department. This role emphasizes patrol operations, incident response, and constructive community engagement to maintain a secure campus environment.

The successful candidate will supervise, coordinate with campus partners, and uphold local, state, and federal laws while delivering professional service to students, faculty, and staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must obtain Kansas CPOST certification within one year of hire.
• No felony conviction or domestic violence charges.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus property and respond to incidents.
• Enforce local, state, and federal laws to protect the campus.
• Respond to calls for service and emergencies.
• Provide customer service including assistance as needed.
• Maintain campus security through building checks and coordination.
• Assess facility concerns during off-hours and contact appropriate personnel.

Skills

Patrol operations

Community engagement

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPOST certification

Job description

Emporia State University is seeking a dedicated and experienced law enforcement professional to serve as a University Police Officer within the University Police and Safety Department. This leadership position plays a vital role in maintaining a safe and secure campus environment through patrol operations, incident response, law enforcement activities, and community engagement.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Patrol campus property and designated locations covered under the mutual aid agreement with the City of Emporia.
• Enforce local, state, and federal laws to protect the safety and welfare of the University community.
• Respond to calls for service, emergencies, and incidents requiring law enforcement assistance.
• Provide customer service and assistance, including vehicle unlocks, jump starts, and other support as needed.
• Help ensure campus buildings remain secure through building checks and coordination with student security personnel.
• Assess and respond to campus facility and maintenance concerns during off-hours, contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A successful candidate must have a High School Diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license and must possess, or obtain within one year of hire, certification as a Kansas law enforcement officer through the Kansas Commission on Peace Officers' Standards and Training (CPOST). Successful candidates must be free of any felony conviction and domestic violence charges.