Patrol Officer II

University of Louisville • Louisville, KY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patrol Officer II position is a commissioned, law enforcement position providing police services involving enforcement of laws, rules and regulations applying to the Commonwealth of Kentucky, the University, and surrounding municipalities. Officer is expected to patrol an assigned area, exercise full law enforcement powers, conduct criminal investigations, collect all types of evidence, and prepare appropriate reports. This position is for experienced officers who have already completed a Law Enforcement Basic Training Academy and has at least 3 years of experience as a Law Enforcement officer.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 2 years experience.
• Minimum of 21 years of age.
• Valid driver's license required and insurable through University's auto insurance policy.
• USA citizenship at time of appointment.
• Certified under the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training Police Officer's Professional Standard (P.O.P.S.) program and a police academy recognized and approved by the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training (DOCJT).
• Candidates cannot have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor domestic violence crime as set forth in 18 U.S.C. & 992 (g) (8) and (9).
• Successful completion of a written examination, oral interviews, drug screening test, physical examination and psychological evaluation and comprehensive background investigation.
• Certified or eligible for the DOCJT Intermediate Law Enforcement Officer Certification.
• At least 3 years of experience as a Law Enforcement officer.

Responsibilities

• Patrol to determine whether conditions appear in order.
• Participate in community oriented policing/interact with UofL community.
• Participate in required departmental training.
• Collect, analyze, and verify information/complete written reports.
• Respond to emergency situations (accidents, fires, hold-ups, etc.).
• Direct and control flow of traffic and pedestrian movement on campus.
• Work special details (athletic events & student activities).
• Perform surveillance operations.
• Other duties as directed by the Chief of Police.

Benefits

• Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED