Police Officer I

Oshkosh, WI
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh

Salary: $26.00 – 35.50 per hour.

Position Summary:

Under the general supervision of a Police Sergeant, the UW Oshkosh Police Officer serves 10,000+ students, and over 1,000 employees, encompassing 58 buildings on 184 acres. Police Officers exercise full statutory arrest authority and are responsible for the enforcement of state laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to the protection of life and property, and related protective services for the University community. The standard work hours are 10-hour shift assignments on one of the following shifts: 8:00am-6:00pm, 6:00pm-4:00am, and 10:00pm-8:00am.

Essential Functions:

  • Police Officers are expected to embrace community policing philosophies, engage and partner with the community, analyze data, and problem solve for the prevention of crime, fear, and disorder.
  • The Police Officer is the principal agent responsible for carrying out the functions of the University Police Department. These functions include protection of life and property, preservation of peace and good order, and the furnishing of various services to achieve and maintain the goals of the department.
  • Perform preliminary and follow-up investigations necessary to solve crimes, identify suspects and victims, apprehend criminals, and document case information.
  • Ensure the safe and orderly flow of traffic on all University of Wisconsin roadways; enforce UW System Codes 18.06 and Wisconsin traffic laws regulating motor vehicles and their equipment.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma, GED, or HSED
  • Associates degree or 60 college credits
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • No domestic abuse convictions
  • No felony convictions
  • Ability to possess a firearm
  • U.S. Citizen
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Effective written and oral communication skills to communicate, interact with, and be respectful of a diverse community of students, co-workers, faculty/staff, guests, and the general public.
  • Proven knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules, and principles embodied in case law (court decisions and the ability to apply this knowledge with discretion as it pertains to the laws of arrest, search/seizure, collection and preservation of evidence, and use of force).
  • Knowledge of current investigatory techniques and practices.
  • 4Proven ability to observe and accurately recall facts or details about persons, events, accident or crime scenes, physical conditions, and behaviors of individuals.
  • Proven ability to quickly assess situations and rapidly consider various options in choosing a course of action.
  • Ability to read, comprehend, and execute complex written material and verbal instructions.
  • Ability to complete multiple tasks under stressful or crisis conditions.
  • Ability to utilize weaponry issued to Police Officers.
  • Proven basic computer skills including, but not limited to: the use of Microsoft Office programs, TraCs, and
    various Records Management systems.
  • Proven knowledge of federal and state regulations affecting employee health and welfare.
  • Working knowledge of various police communications equipment and procedures.
  • Skilled in the use of enforcement and other types of equipment such as firearms, various enforcement devices, photographic equipment, voice recording equipment, etc…
  • Prior customer service experience.
  • Certification, or eligibility for certification upon hire, as a law enforcement officer by the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB).
  • At least one year of experience in law enforcement (Police Officer, Corrections, Community Service Officer, or something related).
  • Previously, or currently certified or trained as an instructor in a law enforcement discipline (DAAT, firearms, EVOC, Taser, ICAT, etc…).