Police Officer - Talent Pool

#137764 Police Officer - Talent Pool Filing Deadline:
Thu 1/22/2026

This posting will remain open throughout the year. The above monthly deadline indicates dates that applications will be reviewed. This date will be extended as the end of the month approaches.

Qualified candidates will be placed into a talent pool for current and future consideration. Applications are reviewed on a regular basis.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment:
Apply by 1/5/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants:
Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

Department Overview:

The UC San Diego Police Department is committed to building community partnerships, and applying unique and innovative policing practices to the university environment. We are committed to enhancing public safety and improving the quality of life for everyone who works, studies or visits this wonderful campus. Our primary mission is to protect lives and property, while providing an exemplary record of law enforcement.

UCSD is the top employer based in the San Diego County, and has achieved national and global top academic ranking. Learn more about our Police Department programs, services, and reports.

The university is home to over 38,000 students, 2,800 faculty, and 35,000 staff members. The campus includes 6 undergraduate residential colleges, 5 major medical centers, 7 graduate schools, and the Birch Aquarium among others. In addition, UCSD hosts over 200 unique events each year, attracting community and national presence. View our Campus Profile for more info.

Position Overview:

Primary responsibilities include patrolling UCSD campus by motor vehicle and on foot, providing protection of life and property, keeping the peace, conducting investigations of reported crimes, accidents and other related incidents. Officers are responsible for submitting reports, enforcing traffic and parking laws and regulations, making arrests, testifying in court, responding to medical emergencies and illness calls, providing directions and assistance to staff, students and visitors as well as performing other duties and functions as assigned.

• Must have an active POST Certificate of graduation or recertification from a POST Certified academy or an active Peace Officer POST certificate upon hire.
• Must be available to work rotating shifts, overtime, details/Mutual Aid (both in and out of San Diego County), as needed.

• Ability and experience serving and working well with the public as a solo officer as well as an effective member of a team.
• Ability to comply with instructions and counsel from supervisors.
• Ability to maintain a professional stance in all stressful situations and, when necessary, taking charge, managing incident scenes, and coordinating efforts with others outside the department.
• Accurate report writing skills including the proper use of grammar, punctuation and spelling, as well as the cohesive organization of facts and information.
• Willing and able to work rotating shifts mandatory overtime, when needed, regardless of assigned shift and in diverse weather conditions.
• Skill and knowledge in the use and care of all firearms, impact weapons, chemical agents, restraint devices, ECDs and other safety equipment issued by the Police Department.
• Skilled in the operation of a motor vehicle under emergency and other police‑related driving conditions.
• Knowledge of State and Federal laws, rules and regulations as applicable to the police function. Knowledge of and experience enforcing rules and regulations, guidelines, security policies and procedures. Knowledge of University of California laws and rules preferred.
• Ability in the application of first aid and emergency medical "first responder" skills.
• Ability to prepare criminal cases for prosecution and to effectively testify in court.
• Knowledge of and ability to follow proper officer safety tactics and procedures.
• Experience communicating in various forums: one‑on‑one, in groups, stressful situations, in writing, as well as the ability to communicate using a police radio while keeping transmissions brief and clear.
• Ability and experience in teaching, coaching and guiding others.
• Shows sound judgement and the ability to process information quickly and thoroughly, while making effective and ethical decisions that are trustworthy and are in keeping with the highest standards of conduct.
• Possesses interest in public service and understands the importance of stressing spirit of the law and not just enforcing the letter of the law.
• Demonstrates appropriate maturity and poise when dealing with supervisors, management, co‑workers and the community. Ability to react, cope and reason according to established standards and practices.
• Competent in defensive tactics and arrest and control techniques.
• Ability and experience in using computers, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook and law…