Police Officer, Events

Police Officer, Events

Performs a wide variety of law enforcement functions, ensuring the safety and security of people, property, and equipment across the University community. This part‑time position provides traffic control and other police‑related services at special events such as football, basketball, concerts, and others. Safety is a top priority for the University of Utah. The Chief Safety Officer (CSO) oversees the Department of Public Safety, which includes University Police, Campus Security, UHealth Security, Emergency Management, Emergency Communications, and the central Office of the CSO.

The Department is committed to fostering a safe environment where all individuals feel empowered and equipped to succeed in work, education, and other business activities with the university.

• Provide police services to University of Utah events in line with the employing department’s policies and procedures. Officers receive training and/or briefing on expectations and job functions for each event.
• Respond to emergency and non‑emergency calls (thefts, accidents, assaults); give assistance; assess and remedy situations as appropriate; file written reports as needed to support University of Utah Police. Body‑worn camera footage should be used whenever possible and will be requested by UUPD records.
• Conduct or assist in criminal, narcotics, traffic, and gang‑related investigations by applying specialized skills, gathering evidence, and protecting the crime scene.
• Assist the criminal intelligence operation by gathering information from other law enforcement agencies, confidential informants, or the public to provide substantiated facts.
• Assist with initial reports, prepare written reports, and maintain detailed and accurate records for files, follow‑up investigations, and court purposes.
• Perform surveillance in high‑risk or known crime areas to apprehend suspects involved in criminal activity.
• Assist with interviews of witnesses/suspects to acquire relevant information.
• Provide assistance on cases, including support for the Salt Lake County District Attorney and testifying and giving evidence in court.
• Assist with traffic control.
• Assist with event and venue security, including specific locations, screening at entrances, and supporting other contract security/University employees with event operations as needed.
• Use and maintain equipment provided by the employing agency or University.
• Use logic and reasoning to independently make critical decisions, and employ initiative and common sense in a variety of police functions.
• Safely effect forcible arrests, safely control combatants, respond to emergencies, and protect the safety of University students, staff, faculty, and visitors while working extended hours in demanding and stressful environments.

• Certification as a Utah Post LEO (Law Enforcement Officer).
• Currently employed as a Law Enforcement Officer at an agency within the State of Utah. Employing agency has a memorandum of understanding with the University of Utah Department of Public Safety to assist with special events at the University.
• United States citizen, United States national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States who has been in the United States legally for the five years immediately preceding the date of application and has legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Valid Utah driver’s license to be obtained upon date of hire.
• Considerable human‑relation and communication skills.
• Successfully complete the department‑approved Law Enforcement Officer employment verification.

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminology, Police Science, or a related area, or equivalency.

• Felony conviction that could have been punished by imprisonment in a federal prison or a state prison (convictions as a minor may be reviewed individually).
• Misdemeanor conviction involving violence, sexual conduct, or dishonesty requires a minimum two‑year waiting period. Other misdemeanor convictions may require a one‑year waiting period depending on the crime and severity.
• Disqualifying moral character as determined by a background investigation, including criminal…