Campus Police Officer

Washington, DC
American University

Salary: $26.47-$31.77 per hour.

Position Summary:

This is an entry level position with no previous experience required. AUPD covers all the costs of required training. The Campus Police Officer provides a safe and secure environment to all members of the American University Community by providing law enforcement services and emergency responses on all University property. The incumbent writes police incident reports, conducts preliminary investigations, promotes crime prevention efforts, and utilizes their arrest authority.

Essential Functions:

  • Performs preventative police and public service duties, through mobile (foot, bicycle and/or vehicle) patrols or fixed post.
  • Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service and determines the appropriate action.
  • Identifies and articulates suspicious and criminal behavior and determines the appropriate action.
  • Enforces all Federal and District of Columbia laws and all-American University policies and regulations.
  • Determines the appropriate response to violations of law and policy, utilizing tools such as arrest, warning, parking citation, barring notice or student conduct referral. Identifies and reports ongoing, community crime risks. Directs traffic and enforces parking and traffic regulations.
  • Accurately and thoroughly writes and prepares incident reports.
  • Collects, packages, photographs and documents evidence and property.
  • Conducts preliminary investigations and obtains arrest warrants and testifies in court.
  • Assists with community outreach efforts, presentations, and training. Supports and aids crime victims and connects them with resources.
  • Acts as liaison between university/municipal police agencies and the community.
  • Assists with community outreach efforts, presentations, and training. Supports and aids crime victims and connects them with resources.
  • Provides access control functions such as locking and unlocking buildings, as well as providing access to secured spaces for authorized university personnel, students, and contractors.
  • Communicate any irregularities in security devices with management.
  • Display the ability to operate the basic functions of a fire system control panel, such as acknowledging, silencing, and resetting of alarms.
  • Train other Police Officers in law enforcement techniques; other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
  • Less than 1 year of relevant experience.
  • At least 21 years old.
  • US Citizen.
  • Permanent Driver’s License.
  • Clear Criminal Record.

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