Campus Police Officer, Lateral

Job Summary

UW Police Department (UWPD) is offering a $5,000 sign‑on bonus for eligible Lateral‑Level Police Officers joining our Seattle campus. The department serves a diverse student and community population, providing public safety and law‑enforcement services 24/7. As an employee you will have the opportunity to solve real‑world problems while enjoying competitive pay and a supportive work environment.

• Patrol a designated area on foot or by patrol car to enforce institution rules, state and city statutes, and federal laws.
• Inspect buildings and grounds for trespassers, fire, property damage, or other irregularities.
• Direct and regulate traffic; investigate accidents or crimes; administer first aid; issue citations; gather evidence; locate witnesses; appear in court to present evidence and testify.
• Operate department communication equipment, answer telephone inquiries, receive reports, dispatch units, operate paging system, monitor alarm systems, and prepare/distribute reports.
• Deterrence or disperse illegal gatherings and respond to campus demonstrations to safeguard free speech and protect people and property.
• Maintain surveillance of areas for criminal activity; issue misdemeanor citations; investigate, arrest and book suspects; assist city or county police and state patrol in emergencies.

• Detective Unit
• Bicycle Officers
• Field Training Officers
• Plain Clothes Detail
• Explosives Detection K‑9 Unit
• Dignitary Protection assignments
• Incident Prevention Team

Police officers work a variety of shifts based on assignment, ranging from traditional 5×8 or 4×10 schedules to irregular weekend work. Flexible scheduling and willingness to work day, swing and night shifts is required.

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• At least 21 years of age upon completion of the Police Academy.
• Valid driver’s license.
• No previous felony convictions.
• U.S. Citizenship may be required.
•  Lateral candidates: minimum two years of full‑time, paid commissioned officer experience with no more than a 24‑month break in service.
• Federal law‑enforcement officers, corrections officers, military police, game wardens, or other outside‑department officers do not qualify for Lateral positions.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Fluency in other languages (e.g., Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Russian).

Police officers are on duty 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The role requires flexibility, willingness to work various shifts, and availability for overtime as needed.

Pay Range Minimum
: $ annually

Pay Range Maximum
: $ annually

Other Compensation
: overtime, shift differentials, and annual incentive awards.

Benefits
:
Health, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and additional benefits available to all UW employees. Full benefits information is available at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The University of Washington is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

Disability accommodations and required disclosures are noted in the official employment guidelines.