Police Officer

Salary: $29.86-$38.73

Position Summary:

The Police Officer serves as a law enforcement officer at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside and functions with full arrest powers under the general supervision of a Police Sergeant. The principal duties of a Police Officer are to provide for the personal safety of all persons on campus and ensure a peaceful environment in which the academic pursuits of the University can be realized, prevent and detect criminal activity and to apprehend those involved in such activity. Many additional services are provided to students, faculty, staff and the community. This is a night shift, full-time, non-exempt university staff position with expected continuous employment. A one-year probationary period will be required.

Essential Functions:

• Patrol university buildings and grounds, residence halls and adjacent property via squad car and on foot
• Enforce state statutes, administrative code, campus and residence hall policies
• Provide emergency first aid
• Investigate complaints and interview witnesses

Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen
• 21 years of age
• Successfully completed a minimum of 60 college credits
• Possess a valid driver license and good driving record
• No criminal history
• Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB) certification is a requirement or actively enrolled in the WI Law Enforcement Academy.