Police Officer

University of New Hampshire

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of a designated supervisor, to perform law enforcement work concerned with protecting the lives and property of the public, maintaining law and order, detecting and apprehending suspects in criminal cases, crime prevention, community relations and educational programs/activities.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent.
Must be 21 years of age at time of appointment.
Ability to project self assurance and certainty, project a positive first impression, express self in writing, react and cope with stressful situations, and evaluate a situation with common sense
Demonstrate organizational ability.
Demonstrated ability to react responsively in emergency situations.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Must qualify annually with designated department weapons based upon the New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Council Standards.
Excellent progressive work history.
Must successfully complete a physical examination and fitness agility test based on the entrance standards as determined by New Police Standards and Training to determine sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform the duties and responsibilities of this position.
No criminal record other than minor motor vehicle violations.
Be even tempered and have a positive attitude with co-workers and community
Must possess a valid New Hampshire Driver's License.
Certification as a full‑time police officer by the New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Council or ability to receive certification within one year of appointment.
Resourcefulness, tact and skill in dealing with general public and distressed individuals.
Must successfully pass a Written test, Oral Board examination, Administrative Review/Board, Physical Agility test, and Executive interview with the Chief of Police or his/her designee.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Criminal Justice from an accredited college/university.
Experience as a Police Officer with a Campus Law Enforcement Agency
Possess valid New Hampshire Motorcycle license.
Experience as a full-time or part-time certified police officer with a City/Town/County or State law enforcement agency
Knowledge of law enforcement, Safety Services and Communication Services practices, technology and methodology.
Demonstrated knowledge of Police Department rules and regulations; practices and standards, NH motor vehicle, criminal, arrest, juvenile and case law, court decisions, the Clery act, FERPA, HIPPA, accepted police procedure, campus and host town geography, strong knowledge of community members.
Demonstrated skill in the use and care of law enforcement and job-related equipment.

Responsibilities

Perform varied and diversified duties involving the patrol of assigned area, buildings, streets and grounds, with responsibility for enforcing and carrying out motor vehicle and criminal laws, policies, rules and regulations of the Police Department, the University System of New Hampshire, federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
Make frequent contacts with the general public and other law enforcement officers requiring diplomacy to obtain information vital in the development and preparation of cases, accident investigations, and review.
Considerable physical effort requited in travel/patrol; duties may demand continuous standing, walking, and occasional strenuous positions while performing duties under varying climatic conditions with exposure to accidents or occupational hazards that may result in total disability or loss of life.
Perform duties at special events.
Perform related duties as assigned.