Part-time Police Officer

Job Description

• 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 I personal safety precautions.
• Takes and writes incident I 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. Perform related duties as assigned.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

Shift

Approximately 20-30 hours monthly.

Salary

Pay commensurate with education and experience.
Hiring Range: $20.05 - $28.55 Hourly
Grade Level: GGS 009
University Title: Police Officer

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A valid Missouri operator’s license (for positions at UMKC only, valid Kansas operator’s license acceptable)
• Missouri POST certification may be required prior to employment, but it is required once job is started

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as full-time POST certified peace officer
• 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

Application Materials

Applicants must combine all application materials (cover letter, resume, and list of three 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.) to the UMSL Job site: http://umsl.jobs.
For questions about the application process, please call (314) 516-5805. If you are experiencing technical problems, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu)

Benefit Eligibility

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Diversity Commitment

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.

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