Police Officer

Position Overview

The Police Officer’s primary role is to prevent crime and the breach of public order. The officer protects students, faculty, staff, campus visitors, property, and facilities from accidents, bodily harm, fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry; enforces laws, traffic and parking regulations; apprehends violators; provides general information and assistance to the public; conducts criminal investigations; and participates in community‑oriented policing efforts.

• Investigate complaints or crimes.
• Enforce traffic and safety regulations in accordance with all municipal ordinances & state laws.
• Detect and prevent crime.
• Apprehend and arrest violators of municipal ordinances & 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 professional and impartial actions.
• Special assignments including university sporting events & concerts.

• Performance as a bike officer.
• Intoxilizer Operator.
• Crime Scene Technician.
• 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.
• Tavern Car/Alcohol Enforcement.
• Field Training Officer.
• Police Officer Support Team (Peer Support).
• 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.

Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a High School Diploma or equivalent. Must have 60 college credits upon graduating the Police Academy. Must graduate from a certified academy with a Basic Course Certificate within the past three years, or have employment as a police officer with a Wisconsin Certified Law Enforcement Agency within the past three years.

Must submit a copy of the Basic Academy Certificate with the application. Must possess a valid Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Driver’s License with a favorable driving record. Must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident alien eligible for and has applied for citizenship (Government Code Section 1031(a)). Must be free of any felony conviction and certain misdemeanor convictions, including domestic violence offenses.

Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills and effective interpersonal skills to resolve a wide variety of sensitive situations. Must maintain strict confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, work independently, and commit to providing top‑quality customer service. Must be able to interact professionally and effectively with diverse publics. Must think and act effectively in emergency and sensitive situations. Must show sensitivity and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Must pass an extensive background investigation, a drug screen, and psychological testing. Marquette reserves the right to request any employee to repeat all tests and investigations as stated above to remain employed as a Police Officer.

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

Department:
Police Department | Posting Number: NA01490 | Posting Date: 02/04/2026 | Closing Date:  

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, veteran status, or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.

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