Police Officer - Public Safety

Job no: 559860

Work type: Staff

Location: Cal Poly
- San Luis Obispo Campus

Categories: Unit 8 - SUPA
- State University Police Association, Probationary, Full Time, Safety, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Under the general supervision of the Police Lieutenant, the Police Officer’s primary responsibilities include protecting students, faculty, staff, campus visitors, property, and facilities from accidents, bodily harm, fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry; enforcing laws and traffic regulations; apprehending violators; providing general information and assistance to the public; crime prevention; and assisting in investigations. Special assignments may include Investigations, Bike Patrol, Crime Prevention, Critical Response Unit (C.R.U.), and K9.

The mission of the Public Safety Department at Cal Poly is to promote a safe and secure learning environment by working cooperatively with the campus community to enforce the laws, preserve the peace, maintain order and provide exceptional professional services to our guests and our community. The department consists of an Operations Division, which is the Cal Poly Police Department, and a Support Division.

The Operations Division is a full‑service professional law‑enforcement agency that provides service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year round. All officers are vested with full police officer powers and are certified by the California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST).

• Working knowledge of current law‑enforcement methods and procedures.
• Working knowledge of current criminal codes and laws and investigative techniques and procedures.
• General knowledge of crime prevention and first aid.
• Demonstrated ability to think and act effectively in emergency and sensitive situations.
• Ability to render assistance in accordance with the Public Safety policy and procedures manual.

• At least 21 years of age.
• High School diploma or equivalent.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident alien with an application for citizenship completed at least one year prior to the date of application.
• Graduation from a certified California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) academy, and possession of a valid P.O.S.T. Basic Certification in good standing or employment as a California Peace Officer within the past three years.
• Must have a valid California driver’s license or the ability to obtain one by the date of hire.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $96,828 - $113,616 per year

Classification Range: $77,016 - $113,616 per year

Cal Poly offers a best‑in‑class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees.

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities.

Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

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