Job Description: The SUU Police Department is hiring 1 position as a Police Officer I, II, or III as determined by applicant qualifications.
Provide for the safety and protection of all faculty, staff, students and guests at university events and functions. Assures compliance of university policies and state, local and federal law.
Rotating schedule 24/7, weekends, holidays, and overtime may be required. On call, response within 20 minutes.
Duties and Responsibilities: Assures compliance of university policies and all state, local and federal laws, rules and regulations. Responsible for the safety and protection of individuals on campus or at events and functions of the university, and the security of university physical facilities. Responsible for crime prevention and detection by patrolling all areas of the university to ensure protection of people and property. Patrolling on foot, bike or by car. Assists in any public safety emergency on campus and maintains a working relationship with off-campus public safety agencies. Complies, writes and submits reports on activities. Ensures a prompt response and proper disposition of all calls for service. Complies and is familiar with department and university policies and procedures. Drives university owned vehicles. Is identified as and serves as "necessary personnel" in the case of a campus/city emergency and therefore is expected to respond to campus emergencies nights, weekends and holidays. Essential Personnel, for emergency management purposes. Participates in "shift work" scheduling and serves in an on-call capacity where the expected response time is 20 minutes. Campu s Security Authority for Clery Act purposes. Performs other duties as assigned. Education and Experience Requirements: Required Qualifications
Police Officer I positions:
Must be P.O.S.T. certified. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Must be a US citizen and at least 21+ years of age upon hire. Must be in excellent physical condition, and successfully complete Utah P.O.S.T. Physical Assessment Test, using the entry level standard. Must be able to submit to a comprehensive background investigation and not have a criminal record, moral turpitude or jail able offense. Must have a Utah drivers license and must have an excellent driving record upon hire. Must have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and to follow detailed oral or written instructions. Must have the ability to exercise important human relations skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with the university community. Police Officer II positions: All qualifications as listed above for Police Officer I and
Must have 2 years of law enforcement experience, 1 year of University law enforcement experience and complete 2 areas of additional assignments or specialized training as selected and approved by the Chief of Police. Police Officer III positions: All qualifications as listed above for Police Officer I and:
Must have 3 or more years of law enforcement experience, 1 year of University law enforcement experience and complete 3 areas of additional assignments or specialized training as selected and approved by the Chief of Police. Preferred Qualifications
Police Officer I
Associate Degree in a related field. 1 year or more of Law Enforcement experience. 1 year or more of university law enforcement experience Police Officer II
Associate Degree in a related field. Certification in Taser, Radar, Firearms, Intoxilyzer. CPR and First Aid, Bike Patrol, Event Security. Excellent writing skills. Background in and experience with investigations. First line supervisor K9 Experience 1 year or more of university law enforcement experience Police Officer III
Associate Degree in a related field. Certification in Taser, Radar, Firearms, Intoxilyzer. CPR and First Aid, Bike Patrol, Event Security. Excellent writing skills. Background in and experience with investigations. First line supervisor trained. K9 Experience 1 year or more of university law enforcement experience Documents: Resume Cover letter Contact Information for at least 3 professional references Law Enforcement training certificates, including POST certification Southern Utah University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex (including sex discrimination and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, disability status, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or other bases protected by applicable law in employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs and activities, or other University benefits or services. For more information or contact information, please visit . Job Posted by ApplicantPro
