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University of Washington

CAMPUS POLICE OFFICER, LATERAL

University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127


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:

11/01/2024Closing Info:

Closes On 11/18/2024Union Position:

YesShift:

First ShiftBenefits:

As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website UWPD Police Officer benefits.This recruitment offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus to eligible Lateral-level Police Officers joining UWPD!As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.The new Division of Campus Community Safety (DCCS) unifies front-line public safety units across the University for a holistic approach to campus community safety. Key units include UW Emergency Management, SafeCampus and the UW Police Department Seattle campus. Division staff work daily in partnership with units across and outside the UW system to create safer, welcoming campus environments.Safeguarding the academic community with P.R.I.D.E.The University of Washington Police Department (UWPD) has the exclusive responsibility to act upon law-enforcement matters 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 diverse community, providing community-oriented law enforcement services, enforcing state laws, city ordinances, and University regulations. Police Officers conduct criminal and traffic investigations, make arrests, prepare necessary documentation and testify in court.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 criminal activity.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.Deter or, when necessary, disperse illegal gatherings.Maintain surveillance of areas 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.Be at least twenty-one years of age upon completion of the Police Academy.Possess a valid Washington State driver's license (by date of hire).No felony convictions.At least two years of full-time college (90 credit hours if quarter system or 60 credit hours if semester system) in police science or related field; OR one year of police or campus security experience.U.S. citizenship at time of examination or a lawful permanent resident who can read and write the English language.Lateral Candidates:

Must have a minimum of two years’ experience as a full-time, paid commissioned officer, and no more than a 24-month break in service.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.APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS FOR LATERAL APPLICANTS:Apply online by the application deadline noted.Oral Boards: to be determined.Reapplication is permitted at any time, except for candidates disqualified for reasons of prior felony convictions or non-correctable selection.Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity.To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

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