Police Officer

Brigham Young University•Provo, UT

About The Position

As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.” Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work. Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Police Officer The Police Officer is responsible for protecting life and property, enforcing laws and university policies, and ensuring the safety and security of campus facilities. This intermediate-level position operates with increased autonomy and supports the overall mission of campus law enforcement through patrol, investigation, emergency response, and administrative duties. Officers act under general supervision and may lead or assist during shifts in the absence of a sergeant.

Requirements

A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
High School graduate or complete GED program.
21 years of age.
US citizen.
Utah POST Category 1 certification, required (per state statute 53-6-203) OR actively enrolled in an academy program to obtain POST certification.
Maintain Utah Peace Officer Standards and training requirements each year
Completion of Utah Peace Officer Standards & Training.
Completion of BYU Police Department FTO Program.
3 years of experience at BYU as a certified BYU Police Officer or equivalent experience in a comparable agency.
6 years of experience at BYU as a certified BYU Police Officer or equivalent experience in a comparable agency. All certifications, proficiencies, and skills for Officer II must be met.
9 years of experience at BYU as a certified BYU Police Officer or equivalent experience in a comparable agency (at least 1 of the 9 years must be at BYU). Required time in position may be reduced by 1 year with the possession of one of the following: Bachelor’s degree Master’s degree 4 years of full-time military experience at a rank of E5 or higher Note: A specific degree or military experience substitution may only be used once within the Step series. All certifications, proficiencies, and skills for Senior Officer must be met.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a campus or community policing environment.
Training or certification in accident investigation, emergency response, or crime prevention.
Leadership experience or ability to supervise in the absence of a sergeant.

Responsibilities

Perform patrol duties by vehicle, bicycle, and on foot to enforce laws and university regulations.
Respond to emergencies, alarms, and calls for service including accidents, hazards, and medical incidents.
Conduct arrests, investigations, and follow legal procedures for documentation and evidence handling.
Provide support at special events (e.g., sports, concerts) and maintain traffic and crowd control as needed.

Benefits

401k.
BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
Generous vacation and sick time, plus 13 paid holidays
Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
Access to athletic facilities
Excellent medical/dental benefits
Short/long term disability benefits
Paid parental and maternity leave
Wellness program
Free on-campus parking
Free UTA passes for employee, spouse, and qualified dependents
Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU