Extra Help/Police Officer

Summary of Job Duties

The Extra Help/Police Officer is responsible for the enforcement of traffic, criminal laws and parking regulations. This position is governed by law enforcement standards, state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications Required

• Education and experience
  • The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma;
  • Must possess a valid drivers license;
  • Must be certified by the Arkansas Law Enforcement Certification Training in accordance with ACA 12-9-106, an approved law enforcement training academy.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas to detect and prevent crimes, enforce traffic laws, recognize parking violations, issue traffic citations, and identify safety hazards and violators;
• Perform security checks of campus buildings;
• Conduct investigations of crimes, accidents, and reports incidents committed on campus;
• Monitor security and fire panel for security and fire detection, assist with checking the alarm systems and emergency power supply, and inspect and maintain fire extinguishers;
• Arrest violators write incident reports, and testify in court, as required;
• Direct traffic during periods of high density to facilitate smooth flow;
• Respond to alarm, call for assistance, check for locked or unlocked buildings and offices, as necessary, and assist stranded motorists and others in need of assistance;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of general law enforcement methods and techniques;
• Ability to direct traffic and to maintain order;
• Ability to prepare reports of incidents and accidents;
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing;
• Ability to operate motor vehicles used in patrol duties.

Additional Information

• Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Physical, Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry, and Substance Abuse Testing

Salary Information

15.00 an hour

Required Documents To Apply

To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. To upload all application materials, visit the University of Arkansas System Career Site .

Optional Documents

To upload additional documents, visit the University of Arkansas System Career Site .

Special Instructions to Applicants

To upload all application materials, visit the University of Arkansas System Career Site .

Recruitment Contact Information

Andrea Robinson
Police Services Manager
501-916-5308

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing.

Benefits Eligible

No