Police Officer, 27565

Hiring Department

UMKC Police Department

Job Description

The UMKC Police Department is accepting applications for a Police Officer. This position is reponsibile for enforcing university regulations and city and state laws as they apply on university property and designated areas.

Typical duties include, but are not limited to:

• Patrol assigned area by motor vehicle, bicycle or on foot to prevent, discover, and deter the commission of crime, enforce university rules and regulations, provide personal and property security and traffic law enforcement. Observe and make note of suspicious persons, possible violators, hazardous conditions or unusual situations.
• Check buildings and property following security procedures; lock entry-ways and points of access as scheduled, take note and report evidence of damage and possible break-ins.
• Observe public or student gatherings and analyze developments to determine need for action.
• Respond to emergency alarms and dispatched calls regarding a variety of services including: illness, accidents, disturbances, crime and other acts against persons or property, animal control, and motorist assistance. Provide necessary assistance and take appropriate action based on analysis of situation and facts.
• Assist in parking patrol activities including issuing citations and ordering vehicle removals. Perform traffic control duties, directing automobile and pedestrian traffic to maintain safe and efficient flow. Issue warnings or citations to drivers when violations of motor vehicle laws are observed. May administer field sobriety tests.
• Conduct preliminary investigations of incidents as necessary; collect and preserve physical evidence, protect crime scene, interview suspects and witnesses, and files appropriate reports as directed by federal, state or local legal requirements. Prepare court cases and provide legal testimony in response to subpoena as witness and/or reporting officer to crime.
• May arrest individuals and take into custody. Process arrested individuals by taking photographs, obtaining fingerprints, and writing arrest reports; transports violators to jail.
• Provide escort service for designated individuals and money messengers, and assist with special events on campus.
• Renders first aid as needed, following prescribed procedures and victim / personal safety precautions.
• Takes and writes incident / accident reports, including those of missing/stolen property and criminal activity.
• Provide general assistance and information to students, staff and the public.
• Assist federal, state, county and city law enforcement authorities as requested or dispatched by central office.
• Prepare and file daily activity reports of disturbances, accidents, crimes and tickets issued in prescribed format.
• May prepare and process documents such as citations, complaints, affidavits, and warrants.
• May serve in the capacity of field training officer.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 30 college credit hours from accredited college or university OR 2 years federal active duty military service with an honorable discharge OR 2 years’ experience as full-time POST certified peace officer
• A valid Missouri operator’s license
• Missouri POST certification may be required prior to employment, but it is required once job is started

Preferred Qualifications

• A safe driving record is required while a driving record without violations/summonses/arrests is preferred.
• Commensurate mental and physical skills necessary to walk/stand for long periods of time, respond to emergencies, and maintain order among individuals and groups are necessary.
• Strong, verbal communication skills are necessary.
• Advanced level of education and stable job history preferred.
• Missouri POST certification prior to employment is preferred.

Full Time/Part Time

40 hours per week (1.0 FTE), fully-beneift-eligible, staff position.

Salary

• Up to $24.42 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity.
• Positon is eligible for $0.70 shift differential for evening shifts (see HR-213 Shift Differential)
• Position is eligible for a $1,500 hiring incentive (see HR-104 Hiring Incentives for Faculty and staff)

Shift

Police Officers may be assigned to any of the three shifts (day, evening, or night).

Application Deadline

Applications will be reviewed upon submission; position will remain open until filled. Apply today!

Application Instructions

Applicants must combine all application materials (cover letter, resume, and list of five references with contact information) into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment.

Limit document name to 50 characters. Maximum size limit is 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).

If you are experiencing technical problems, please call (800) 488-5288.

Note, you must provide a description of job duties for each Work Experience entry on your application. Please carefully review the application instructions section of our Careers page prior to submitting your materials.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Vice Chancellor - Human Resources at 816-235-1621.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and functions of this job. If you believe you may have difficulty performing any of the duties or functions of this job, please contact the Office of Affirmative Action at (816) 235-1323.

EEO IS THE LAW

To read more about Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) please use the following links:

• EEO is the Law English Version
• EEO is the Law Spanish Version
• EEO is the Law Chinese Version

UMKC Statement on Diversity

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the UMKC mission as an urban-serving institution. Kansas City is a particularly diverse city, including African, African American, Asian, German, Irish, Italian, Latino, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Native American and Slavic communities. Such ethnic diversity, in addition to our thriving neighborhoods of the Westside, Northeast Kansas City and the Eastside, fosters creativity, connection and innovation, which is showcased across the region. Major attractions such as the Annual Ethnic Enrichment Festival, the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, the Filipino Cultural Center, the American Jazz Museum, Guadalupe Centers and Mattie Rhodes and Kansas City Irish Fest are a small sample of the many ways our diverse city enriches us.

For the reasons enumerated above, UMKC’s strategic plan prioritizes our commitment to multiculturalism, globalism, diversity and inclusion. The university’s values call upon its faculty, staff, students and community to position themselves as global citizens who seek out, embrace and celebrate the many benefits of diversity. UMKC received the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award in 2019 in recognition of our continued commitment to equity and inclusion. Such commitment is demonstrated across teaching, service and research. We welcome applicants to share in our commitment to these core values and know that you will quickly understand the beauty of calling Kansas City your home.

Please visit these pages to learn more about UMKC’s engagement in diversity, equity and inclusion.

Roos Advocate for Community Change

The Division of Diversity and Inclusion

Annual Report

Multicultural Student Affairs

Benefit Eligibility

We offer full benefits that start day one! Explore our Total Rewards website to learn more about the benefits package we offer our employees as the university's most important resource.

New employees receive 8 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, 12 sick days, 4 personal days, and paid winter break leave each year. Lean more: Information on Leave .

The UM System supports employees and their families who choose to continue their education. Faculty and staff who choose to pursue or continue their college education—as well as eligible spouses and dependents—can receive assistance at any of the universities within the UM System. For eligible employees, 75% of your tuition and supplemental fees can be waived for college-level credit courses. Learn more: Tuition Assistance