Police Officer Job Marquette area,Michigan USA,Government

Police Officer – Protect and serve Marquette University campus community.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 403(b) with up to 8% university match, generous time off package, and tuition benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents.

Duties and Responsibilities

Investigate complaints or crimes

Enforce traffic and safety regulations in accordance with all municipal ordinances and state laws

Detection and prevention of crime

Apprehension and arrest of violators of municipal ordinances and state laws

Participate in the investigation and follow‑up of criminal cases as required

Respond to calls for service both on and off campus and submit required reports

Participate in all training provided and required by the department

Offer unique individual talents and ideas to advance the development of the officer and the department

Actively cultivate the highest professional relationships with other departments, outside agencies, and community groups

Maintain a positive image with the public through actions that are both professional and impartial

Special assignments including university sporting events & concerts

Possible responsibilities may include:

Performance as a bike officer
Critical Incident Team
Homeless Outreach Team
Instructor of DAAT, Firearms, Emergency Vehicle Operation, Vehicle Contacts, Active Shooter and/or First Aid/Combat Casualty Care
Drug Recognition Expert
Traffic Investigator
Field Training Officer
Rifle Operator
Glock Armorer

May perform duties that include Star Chase, ALPR Car, Booking Officer duties and/or MIRT

Perform other related duties as required, assigned or requested.

Required Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Possess High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Must possess a valid Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Driver’s License with a favorable driving record at time of appointment.
Be a citizen of the U.S. or be a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship (Government Code Section 1031(a)).
Be free of any felony conviction and certain misdemeanor convictions including domestic violence offenses.
For certified candidates:
Graduate from certified academy with a Basic Course Certificate within the past three years, or employment as a police officer with a Wisconsin Certified Law Enforcement Agency within the past three years. Applicant must submit a copy of the Basic Academy Certificate with the application. If currently in an academy, include a letter from the academy stating projected graduation date.

The basic academy certificate must be provided by time of appointment.
For non‑certified candidates:
- Must have 60 college credits upon graduating the Police Academy.
- Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Effective interpersonal skills to resolve a wide variety of sensitive situations.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality; ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently.
- A strong commitment to providing top‑quality customer service.
- Ability to interact professionally and effectively with diverse publics.
- Demonstrated ability to think and act effectively in emergency and sensitive situations.
- Clear evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

All successful candidates must be able to pass an extensive background investigation, a drug screen and psychological testing and may need to repeat any of these tests during employment to remain employed.

Preferred Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of current law enforcement methods and procedures.
Thorough knowledge of current Wisconsin criminal codes and laws.
Strong interest in the application of community policing methods.

Department:
Police Department

Posting Date: 04/21/2026

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Marquette University to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state‑protected classification.

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