Police Officer I

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The job of a police officer is a sworn and state certified peace officer position assigned to University Police and Security Services. Police officers operate under the general direction of the Chief of Police /Director of Parking Services. A police officer will provide a full range of law enforcement and security services. Police officers will enforce laws respond to threats investigate complaints suspicious occurrences and incidents which may impact the University maintain order assist people identify criminal activity apprehend offenders identify the source of problems in the community and work with the community to resolve issues. The police officer will support the departments mission by providing essential functions while respecting the rights and dignity of all individuals.

**Full position description is available upon request. **

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Engages in problem solving threat mitigation and conflict resolution for a wide range of issues and incidents involving citizens groups campus entities government agencies businesses leaders and others

• Provides protection of life property and the preservation of peace and good order and provides emergency aid to the institutional community

• Performs preliminary and follow-up investigations to solve crimes identify suspects and victims apprehend criminals and document case information

• Ensures the safe and orderly flow of traffic on institutional roadways and enforces traffic laws

• Provides personal safety and crime prevention education to institutional community

Department:

Police and Security Services is the Universitys law enforcement authority operating 24 hours a day 7 days a week 365 days a year. The primary goal is the protection of the University its occupants and the surrounding community. University Police operate in a full law enforcement capacity.

Compensation:

$35/hour

Required Qualifications:

• Requires certification as a police officer in the State of Wisconsin upon appointment

• Knowledge of or the ability to learn the functions of campus law enforcement operations

• Associates degree or higher

• Effective oral and written communication

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous law enforcement experience

• Knowledge of federal state laws and UW System rules

• Knowledge of current investigatory techniques and procedures

How to Apply:

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by May 1 2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents:

After you submit your application you are unable to edit it so please be sure to include all application materials.

Contact Information:

Name: Ted Wanta

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Phone:4900

If you have any questions regarding the application process need special arrangements or if you submitted your application with missing materials please call or email:

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Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States a lawful permanent resident a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of -Stevens Point does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position.

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply a minimum of three (3) professional references (one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor). It is preferred that you supply five (5) professional references (two (2) of which being a current or former supervisors). Your references will be required to answer questions regarding misconduct sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Special Notes:

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Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at or

The safety and success of students faculty and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students faculty and staff. You may obtain the complete report at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.