Police Officer
About The Position
The Department of Public Safety at the University of Southern Maine is hiring! Join our team as a Police Officer. The Department of Public Safety has a strong commitment to the community policing and problem-solving philosophy. In addition to performing general policing, safety and emergency response functions, our members enjoy the satisfaction of a close working relationship with our community. We are looking for team members who understand and support our community values: Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity and Responsiveness. The University of Maine System has excellent, unmatched benefits including: Tuition waivers for yourself, your spouse and/or your eligible dependents Excellent healthcare benefits with low out of pocket expenses Participation in the Maine Public Employees Retirement System, or a 403b retirement plan with excellent employer contribution Gym membership and wellness plans Long- and short-term disability insurance Eye care, dental, pet care, and home and auto insurance benefits Earned sick and vacation leave, as well as 14 paid holidays Educational and specialty pay stipends Shift differential and earned compensatory time This is a 40 hour per week position on a schedule that is determined by unit seniority and shift bid, with overtime opportunities. Starting rate is $27.86/hour if not certified by the Maine Criminal Justice Academy, or 28.63/hour if certified, plus shift and specialty differentials. Lateral entry pay may be considered for exceptionally qualified certified police officers. Police Officers report to the shift Sergeant and are responsible for the day-to-day law enforcement, community policing and security service delivery for the assigned shift. Officers are often tasked with solving complex community problems or conducting all aspects of investigations. The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates varied perspectives, enhancing teaching, learning, personal growth, and overall institutional achievement. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our dedication to academic excellence and the enrichment of our community. The Department of Public Safety is a proud participant of the 30X30 Advancing Women in Law Enforcement initiative (30x30initiative.org).
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED
- Ability to be certified as a Maine law enforcement officer
- Valid Class C Maine driver’s license
- At least one year of law enforcement or related experience
Nice To Haves
- Full-Time Law Enforcement certification from the Maine Criminal Justice Academy (certified out of state candidates may be considered for a waiver)
- Maine Pre-Service Law Enforcement academy candidates may also be considered
Responsibilities
- day-to-day law enforcement
- community policing
- security service delivery for the assigned shift
- solving complex community problems
- conducting all aspects of investigations
Benefits
- Tuition waivers for yourself, your spouse and/or your eligible dependents
- Excellent healthcare benefits with low out of pocket expenses
- Participation in the Maine Public Employees Retirement System, or a 403b retirement plan with excellent employer contribution
- Gym membership and wellness plans
- Long- and short-term disability insurance
- Eye care, dental, pet care, and home and auto insurance benefits
- Earned sick and vacation leave, as well as 14 paid holidays
- Educational and specialty pay stipends
- Shift differential and earned compensatory time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
