Police Officer - University Police Department

Police Officer - University Police Department

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Police Officer position with the University Police Department at Southeast Missouri State University. Primary responsibilities include protecting and serving the campus community, patrolling campus properties, investigating crimes for presentation to municipal and county attorneys, responding to requests for service and campus emergencies, enforcing the Student Code of Conduct, conducting patrols and routine security checks, performing protective duties, and providing safety and crime prevention education.

This is a full-time role located in Cape Girardeau, MO. Salary depends on qualifications.

• Protects and serves the students, visitors, faculty, and staff of the Southeast Missouri State University campus
• Patrols and protects the properties, buildings and grounds of campus
• Investigates crimes for presentation to municipal and county attorneys for criminal prosecutions
• Responds to requests for service and campus emergencies
• Enforces student Code of Conduct and makes referrals to the Office of Student Conduct
• Conducts patrols and makes routine security checks of campus buildings
• Performs protective duties to provide police services in assigned areas of campus
• Provides safety and crime prevention education for the campus community
• Maintains a valid driver license
• Maintains Post certification

• High school diploma or GED; college coursework or degree a plus
• Must be Missouri POST certified or have completed an approved academy training program and become Missouri POST certified by first day of employment
• Must possess a valid Missouri driver license
• Must be available to work any hours, rotating shifts, days, nights, weekends and holidays; subject to call in as needed
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and organizational skills
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of customer service and community policing philosophy
• Demonstrated sound judgement in handling sensitive situations with tact, discretion and confidentiality

Must successfully pass all Assessments, Pre-Employment Testing, and Post-Offer Testing which at a minimum will include a criminal background check, polygraph exam and drug testing. Must be 21 years of age, a United States citizen, with no felony convictions of moral turpitude, or misdemeanor domestic violence convictions. Failure to pass will result in the employment offer being revoked.

To apply:

Click on the APPLY button at the top of the page and complete every section of the online application. A letter of interest addressing all position qualifications and a current resume is required. The review of applications will begin immediately.

About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO):
Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, SEMO provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.

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