Police Officer

About the role

Be The Difference Begins with Great People. Marquette University is always looking for highly talented individuals to join its team. The Police Officer's primary role is to prevent crime and the breach of public order.

Responsibilities

• Investigate complaints or crimes
• Enforce traffic and safety regulations in accordance with all municipal ordinances & state laws
• Detection and prevention of crime
• Apprehension and arrest of violators of both municipal ordinances & state laws
• Participate in the investigation and follow-up of criminal cases as required
• Respond to calls for service both on and off campus and submit required reports
• Participate in all training provided and required by the department
• Offer unique individual talents and ideas to advance the development of the officer and the department
• Actively cultivate the highest professional relationships with other departments, outside agencies, and community groups
• Maintain positive image with the public through actions that are both professional and impartial
• Special assignments including university sporting events & concerts
• May perform duties that include Star Chase, ALPR Car, Booking Officer duties and/or MIRT

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Possess High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Must possess a valid Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Driver's License with favorable driving record at time of appointment
• Be a citizen of the U.S. or be a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship (Government Code Section 1031(a))
• Be free of any felony conviction and certain misdemeanor convictions including domestic violence offenses
• For certified candidates: Graduation from certified academy with a Basic Course Certificate within the past three years, or employment as a police officer with a Wisconsin Certified Law Enforcement Agency within the past three years
• For non-certified candidates: Must have 60 college credits upon graduating the Police Academy

Qualifications

• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills to resolve a wide variety of sensitive situations
• Able to maintain strict confidentiality; able to exercise sound judgment and work independently
• A strong commitment to providing top-quality customer service
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively with diverse publics is required
• Demonstrated ability to think and act effectively in emergency and sensitive situations
• Clear evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of current law enforcement methods and procedures
• Thorough knowledge of current Wisconsin criminal codes and laws
• Strong interest in the application of community policing methods

Benefits

Marquette University offers a rich and competitive Total Rewards package including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) with up to 8% university match, generous time off package, and tuition benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents with no payback requirement!

Pay

The starting salary range for this position is $50,000 - $60,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

This position is available on a First Shift (Day) schedule, with 40 hours per week.