CAMPUS POLICE OFFICER- ENTRY

If you are using a screen reader and experience any difficulty accessing our web pages, please call 206-543-2544 or email UWHires and we will be happy to assist you.Department: DIVISION of CAMPUS COMMUNITY SAFETY: POLICE DEPTJob Location: Seattle CampusPosting Date: 10/14/2024Closing Info: Closes On 10/21/2024Union Position: YesShift: Alternate Work ShiftThis recruitment offers a $2,500 sign-on bonus to eligible Entry-level Police Officers joining UWPD!The University of Washington Police Department (UWPD) has the exclusive responsibility to act upon law-enforcement matters and perform police functions for the Seattle Campus of the University of Washington, 24 hours a day. Police Officers at the UWPD respond to public calls for service within a very diverse community, providing community-oriented law enforcement services to the campus and nearby areas, enforcing state laws, city ordinances, and University regulations. Police Officers conduct criminal and traffic investigations, make arrests, prepare necessary documentation and testify in court. Officers also provide for the safety and security of persons and property at University events and attend community meetings.Duties and Responsibilities include:Patrol a designated area on foot or in a patrol car to enforce institution rules and regulations, local, state, and federal statutes, and ordinances.Inspect buildings and grounds for trespassers, fire, property damage, or other irregularities.Direct and regulate traffic; investigate accidents or crimes; administer first aid; issue citations for violations; gather evidence; locate witnesses; appear in court, present evidence, and testify against persons accused of crime.Operate department communication equipment; answer telephone inquiries; receive reports of criminal activity; dispatch foot and mobile units; operate paging system; monitor alarm systems; prepare and distribute reports.Prevent or disperse illegal gatherings or demonstrations; maintain surveillance of an area suspect for criminal activity.Issue misdemeanor citations; investigate, arrest and/or book suspects into applicable detention facilities for misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, and felony offenses.Assist city or county police and state patrol in cases of emergency.Requirements include:High school graduation or equivalent;At least twenty-one years of age upon completion of the Police Academy;Possession of a valid driver's license;No previous felony convictions;AND two years of full-time college in Police Science or allied field; OR one year of police or campus security experience.U.S. Citizenship may be required.Desired:Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education.Fluency in other languages (such as Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Russian, etc.)Conditions of Employment:Police officers are on duty 24 hours a day, every day of the year, and their services and facilities are available at all times. Must be flexible for scheduling. Day shift, swing shift and night shift are shifts that you must be willing to work. Overtime is regularly available and at times, may be required.APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS FOR ENTRY APPLICANTSApplication Deadline: see aboveReapplication is permitted at any time, except for candidates disqualified for reasons of prior felony convictions or non-correctable selection.1. Apply online by the application deadline noted. A complete application includes:Copying/pasting a comprehensive and updated resume into your candidate profile.Completing the Police Officer Minimum Qualifications Assessment.Completing the How did you Hear Assessment.Completing the US Work Authorization.2. All information submitted will be considered to determine the applicant's qualifications for this position. Please ensure that your name and contact information including current email address is listed in your online candidate profile as well as in your resume.3. Testing for Entry Level applicants (APPLICANTS WILL BE ASSESSED A FEE FOR TESTING).4. Oral Boards: Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications may be invited to participate in Oral Boards.5. Additional Selection Steps: A thorough background investigation shall be conducted. The additional steps may include:Interview with Hiring CommitteeConditional OfferPolygraph TestPsychological EvaluationMedical Examination (to include drug screen)Official Offer of EmploymentCommitted to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

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