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University of Washington Police Department - Lateral Police Officer
PUBLIC SAFETY TESTING, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
University of Washington Police Department - Lateral Police Officer
The University of Washington Police Department is offering a $5,000 hiring sign-on bonus to eligible Lateral-level Police Officers.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 ordinancesInspect buildings and grounds for trespassers, fire, property damage, or other irregularitiesDirect 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 crimeOperate 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 reportsDeter or, when necessary, disperse illegal gatherings.Appropriately respond to campus demonstrations to safeguard free speech and protect people and property.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 offensesAssist city or county police and state patrol in cases of emergencyShifts:Police Officers work a variety of shifts depending on their assignment. These shifts may include traditional 5x8s or 4x10s, with some weekend work required.All qualified candidates are invited to participate in the selection process, which will include an Oral Board (panel interview), a writing exam, and a ride-along with a Field Training Officer. A background investigation, polygraph, medical exam, and psychological examination are required of all police officer candidates.Requirements include:High school graduation or equivalentBe at least 21 years of age upon completion of the Police AcademyPossess a valid Washington State driver's license (by date of hire)No felony convictionsAt 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 (such as criminal justice); 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 languageLateral 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; more than a 24-month break in service will require successful completion of the Washington State Equivalency course.Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.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.
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The University of Washington Police Department is offering a $5,000 hiring sign-on bonus to eligible Lateral-level Police Officers.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 ordinancesInspect buildings and grounds for trespassers, fire, property damage, or other irregularitiesDirect 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 crimeOperate 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 reportsDeter or, when necessary, disperse illegal gatherings.Appropriately respond to campus demonstrations to safeguard free speech and protect people and property.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 offensesAssist city or county police and state patrol in cases of emergencyShifts:Police Officers work a variety of shifts depending on their assignment. These shifts may include traditional 5x8s or 4x10s, with some weekend work required.All qualified candidates are invited to participate in the selection process, which will include an Oral Board (panel interview), a writing exam, and a ride-along with a Field Training Officer. A background investigation, polygraph, medical exam, and psychological examination are required of all police officer candidates.Requirements include:High school graduation or equivalentBe at least 21 years of age upon completion of the Police AcademyPossess a valid Washington State driver's license (by date of hire)No felony convictionsAt 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 (such as criminal justice); 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 languageLateral 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; more than a 24-month break in service will require successful completion of the Washington State Equivalency course.Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.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.
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