Public Safety Officer V

University of New Hampshire

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of a designated supervisor, 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.
Two years of progressive experience with a public safety agency or equivalent.
Must qualify annually, unless exempted by rules of the New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Council or by virtue of absence of requirement to carry firearms, with a minimum score of 75% in the Police Combat Practical Pistol Course based upon the New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Council standards for Police Firearms Instructors.
Must successfully complete upon appointment and annually thereafter, a physical examination and fitness test.
No criminal record other than minor motor vehicle violations.
Must possess a New Hampshire driver's license.
Must be certified as a full-time police officer by the New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Council within one (1) year of appointment through successful completion of the New Hampshire Police Academy or through approval of equivalency by the Training Council.
Must successfully complete a background investigation, psychological/pol

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 with proficiency in Constitutional Law – Arrest and detention activities – Search and Seizure: within investigation, arrest and warrant execution.
Control unruly crowds, hostile person(s) – Civil process: enforce orders and service process – Verbal skills: Deescalate agitated person(s) – Court and UNH administrative actions to include preparing complaints and warrants.
Assess and correct personal/facility risks and organize crime prevention programs.
Conduct investigations to include collecting intelligence and evidence, interviewing and searches.
Enforce motor vehicle, parking, DWI laws, and traffic control and direction.
Complete/review police reports, forms, statements, and memos.
Complete juvenile reports/petitions; interact with juveniles, parents, schools, judges and DCYF.
Investigate accidents, secure scene, and complete reports.
Perform varied and diversified duties involving the patrol of assigned areas, buildings, streets and grounds, with responsibility for enforcing and carrying out motor vehicle and criminal laws, policies, rules and regulations of the University Police Department, the University System of New Hampshire, federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
Make frequent contacts with the public and other law enforcement officers requiring diplomacy to obtain information vital in the development and preparation of cases, accident investigations, and review.
Exercise discretion under state and federal law in the use of force, use deadly or non-deadly force, use physical force, deescalate volatile situations, clean and inspect weapons.
Operate law enforcement and job-related equipment.
Perform duties at special events.
Render assistance to the public.
Enforce college/university rules and regulations.