Police Officer and/or Senior Police Officer

Police Officer and/or Senior Police Officer

Position Number: S00287P
Position Type: Staff
Position Category:
Search Type: External
Posted Salary Information: $17.30 - $20.43/hour (based upon experience)
Driver Classification: Driver
City: Richmond
Division: VP for Finance & Administration
Department: Campus Public Safety
Unit: Police Department
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Contact Person: Lt. Begley
Schedule Type: Full Time (40 hrs per week or more)
Additional Schedule Details:
Funding Source: Institutional
Retirement: HAZ

Position Summary:
The Police Officer is responsible for carrying out the functions of the EKU Police Department. These functions include protection of life and property, preservation of the peace and good order of the University community, and the furnishing of various services to enhance and support the operations of the University.


Minimum Education:
High School Diploma or G.E.D.


Minimum Experience:
• At least 21 years of age.
• Valid Driver’s license.
• Citizen of the United States of America.

Must qualify for acceptance into the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council basic police training program
or
already be certificated as a Police Officer under Kentucky Statues.

Minimum of three years of successful sworn officer experience to be considered for Senior rank..


Minimum Licensure and Certification:


Qualification Equivalencies:


Desired Qualifications:
Preferred characteristics include having a positive attitude, being approachable and friendly, consistent and dependable, team-orientated, able to operate effectively with limited supervision, and possess a strong commitment to serve.


Job Functions:


Posting Number: S00287P
Number of Vacancies: One
Job Open Date: 05/10/2019
Application Review Date:
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions Summary:


AA/EEO Statement:
Eastern Kentucky University is an EEO/AA institution that values diversity in its faculty, staff, and student body. In keeping with this commitment, the University welcomes applications from diverse candidates who support diversity.


Background Check Statement:
Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check.


Document Link:

To apply, visit https://jobs.eku.edu/postings/14184

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