Police Officer Commissioned; POST Certified

Position: Police Officer Commissioned (POST Certified)

Police Officer Commissioned (POST Certified)

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Contact Information

Kristine Mashaw

kristine.mashaw

Position Details

Announcement Number: STAFF - VA - 25277
Position Number: 4M1433, 4M0169, 4M1709
Department:
University Police
Division:
Administration
Appointment Type:
Classified Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Union Affiliation: FOCUS-MFPE
FTE: 1.0
Salary Range: $35.81 – $39.91 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.

General Statement

The mission of the University Police Department (UPD) is to provide the students, employees and visitors at Montana State University-Bozeman with a safe and secure environment for living and learning. It is the responsibility of every UPD member to consistently seek and find ways to affirmatively promote preserve and delivery of security, safety and quality services to members of our community.

Eligibility

This position is for certified applicants only.

Duties and Responsibilities Conduct Vehicle Patrol Operations, Including

• Safely and legally operate a police vehicle and equipment such as radar, mobile data terminal, in-car camera, records management system, etc.
• Detect and take enforcement action on observed violations of the law.
• Conduct traffic accident investigations.
• Conduct DUI investigations and maintain required certifications.
• Conduct foot, bike, or alternate means of patrol that include detecting, deterring and investigating criminal activities, identifying unsecured buildings, MSU policy violations, and parking violations.
• Detect and deter crime and apprehend those who violate State, local, and Federal laws as well as University policies.
• Write comprehensive reports that clearly articulate relevant facts and support the elements of the criminal offense.
• Demonstrate proficiency with computer skills including Windows based computer software skills and a records management system.
• Interview victims, suspects, and witnesses to obtain information necessary to determine facts and circumstances of incidents.
• Preserve crime scenes, collect and photograph evidence, and properly secure evidence maintaining chain of custody.
• Respond to fire and medical emergencies and provide assistance as required.
• Participate in crime prevention programs such as Adopt-A-Cop.
• Conduct crime and safety awareness presentations.
• Provide and maintain the ability to provide credible testimony in a court of law.

Secondary Duties

• Participate in special duty assignments such as various trainings, administrative writing assignments, and statistical analysis and research projects.
• Provide police services during special events such as sporting events, concerts, etc., on a regular and overtime basis.
• Maintain training requirements and certifications as mandated by law and as directed by the MSU Chief of Police.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Meet peace officer education and certification standards as set forth by the Montana Code annotated 7-32-303.
• Meet Montana Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification requirements through one of the following:
• Possess a current Montana POST certification for sworn law enforcement officer.
• Possess a current out-of-state equivalent certification and the ability to obtain Montana POST certification within one year.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge and experience with the use of firearms.
• Experience participating in community service programs and/or events.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Communicate effectively with employees and the public in-person and over the phone.
• Establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers and the public.
• Represent UPD and its services to others in a professional and courteous manner.
• Have the ability to effectively respond quickly to emergency situations.
• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Have proficiency operating computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Have the ability to research, acquire and articulate facts and convey information…