Police Officer

Salary: $27.86/hour

Position Summary:

The Department of Public Safety at the University of Southern Maine is hiring! Join our team as a Police Officer. The Department of Public Safety has a strong commitment to the community policing and problem-solving philosophy. In addition to performing general policing, safety and emergency response functions, our members enjoy the satisfaction of a close working relationship with our community. We are looking for team members who understand and support our community values: Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity and Responsiveness.

Essential Functions:

• Police Officers report to the shift Sergeant and are responsible for the day-to-day law enforcement, community policing and security service delivery for the assigned shift.
• Officers are often tasked with solving complex community problems or conducting all aspects of investigations.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED
• Ability to be certified as a Maine law enforcement officer
• Valid Class C Maine driver’s license
• At least one year of law enforcement or related experience