Police Officer

About the role

Enforces university regulations and city and state laws as they apply to university property and designated areas.

Responsibilities

• Patrols, inspects, supervises, responds to, etc., routine Institutional Safety and/or police operations
• Performs standard assignments and responsibilities and makes recommendations for improvement/efficiency, resourcing, etc., as necessary
• Uses existing procedures to solve standard problems and/or correct standard, routine issues
• Conducts preliminary investigations, collecting and preserving evidence, etc.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A valid Missouri operator's license (for positions at UMKC only, valid Kansas operator's license acceptable)
• Must obtain and maintain Missouri POST certification in accordance with current state requirements

Qualifications

• 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university, OR 2 years of federal active duty military service with an honorable discharge OR 2 years of experience as a full-time POST-certified peace officer

Skills

Works within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet established deadlines

Benefits

As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.

Pay

Anticipated Hiring Range: $22.00 - $26.45 per hour

Schedule

Shift: 40 hours, rotating shifts