Police Officer

• Patrol university buildings and grounds, residence halls and adjacent property via squad car and on foot
• Enforce state statutes, administrative code, campus and residence hall policies
• Provide emergency first aid
• Investigate complaints and interview witnesses
  
  

Job Description: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/title-and-total-compensation-study/standard-job- description-library/?jobID=30741

• U.S. Citizen
• 21 years of age
• Successfully completed a minimum of 60 college credits
• Possess a valid driver license and good driving record
• Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB) certification is a requirement to be employed in the position. Strong candidates who are not yet certified may be chosen and sponsored by the department at a state approved LESB training academy

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a higher education environment and experience working with diverse multicultural populations.

Physical Demands of the Job:

• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Functional cervical (neck) and trunk rotation to perform duties such as driving, observing surroundings, and engaging in physical activity.
• Ability to crouch, kneel, and crawl to perform tasks in confined spaces or during tactical operations.
• Capability to run, sprint, and perform sustained physical exertion during emergency response or pursuit situations.
• Proficiency in maintaining balance and agility during high-pressure scenarios or uneven terrain.
• Ability to climb over obstacles, including fences and walls, and ascend or descend stairs and ladders.
• Manual dexterity to operate tools, and other police equipment.
• Sufficient visual acuity to identify individuals, objects, and threats in various lighting conditions.
• Adequate hearing to detect alarms, radio communications, and sounds indicating potential threats.
• Ability to perform extended periods of standing, walking, or sitting, including long shifts in patrol vehicles.

Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University of Wisconsin System provides a liberal benefits package, including participation in a state pension plan.

Benefit Details: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/

Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/benefits-estimator/

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically through our employment portal. If you need additional assistance you may contact Human Resources at (262) 595-2204. Hours 8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday.

STEP 1: Please select the applicable link below:

External Applicants: (NOT currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)

Internal Applicants: (Currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)

STEP 2: Submit application materials

Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. All materials must be added at one time, once submitted you may not edit/add to profile. Please include the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Transcripts

Review of Applications

Applications received by 2/09/2025 are ensured full consideration. Position open until filled.

You must select "SUBMIT". Selecting "Save" will not forward your application materials to the search committee.

Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials.

In instances where the Review Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidates application materials whether she/he meets all of the required qualifications, or if all of the application materials are not submitted, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications and may be excluded from further consideration.

Employment will require a criminal background check, and if you have prior work history within the last 7 years with Universities of Wisconsin, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. It will also require your references to answer questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence, and sexual harassment. If the results are unacceptable, the offer will be withdrawn or, if you have started employment, your employment will be terminated.

(see TC1 - App. 4 and p. 12)