Police Officer

Overview

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Under the general supervision of the Police Lieutenant, and day to day direction of the Police Sergeant, sworn Police Officers are primary representatives of California State University, Stanislaus. The responsibilities of a Police Officer are to protect students, faculty, staff, campus visitors, property and facilities from accidents, bodily harm, fire, theft, vandalism and illegal entry; enforce laws and traffic regulations; apprehend violators;

provide general information and assistance to the public; and assist in investigations.

• Position Summary
• Full-time position available on or after September 15, 2025 for University Police.

Police Officers patrol campus buildings and grounds by foot or by vehicle; control crowds during assemblies or disturbances; guard property; investigate and prepare reports on accidents, property damage, fires, law violations, thefts and disturbances of the peace; and gather evidence, make arrests and appear in court as required. Work assignments may include enforcing parking regulations and issuing traffic citations, administering first aid to injured persons and guarding or transporting cash funds.

Police Officers also may receive training and/or be delegated responsibility for additional work assignments that include: range master, field training, RAD - Rape Aggression Defense instructor, defensive tactics instructor, bicycle patrol, community relations programs, and a member of a critical response or special reaction team.

• Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • The proper execution of assigned duties.
  • Respond to emergency calls.
  • Enforce traffic and parking violations, and traffic control as needed.
  • Complete general investigations.
  • Prepare complete and accurate reports.
  • Make arrests, serve warrants, and transport prisoners.
  • Take necessary action within department policies and procedures to correct a situation.
  • Take fingerprints and photographs.
  • Make public safety presentations to the public, campus community, and department;
  • Administer first aid and perform rescue work as needed.
  • Maintain emergency public safety equipment.
  • Actively engage in community immersion through interaction with student groups, clubs, community members, faculty and staff events and functions.
  • Attend on-going training to keep current on new laws, methods of arrest, health and safety regulations, public safety regulations.
  • Properly record and report information, including notification of a supervisor with any and all pertinent information.
  • Prepare Safety and Security surveys.
  • Promote Department morale.
  • Provide guidance to Community Service Officers, Student Assistants, Student Escorts, and other department staff.
  • Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

• Education:
  
  Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
  
  Experience:
  
  Successful completion of a P.O.S.T. certified training program.

• Prior experience in a CSU or higher education setting.
• Two (2) or more years of recent experience working for a law enforcement agency.
• Experience working with the Michelle Montoya School Safety Act, Title IX, Clery Act or CSU Executive Order 1107.
• Prior experience working with the community, events or students.
• Experience utilizing computer devices, software, programs, and other modern law enforcement technology such as Tri Tech, Central Square, Clips, People Soft.
• Prior experience with investigative techniques.
• Instructor Certification in range master, field training officer, defensive tactics instruction, bicycle patrol, or community relations programs.

• Working knowledge of current laws, methods and procedures.
• Possess a valid California Driver’s License.
• Working knowledge of current criminal codes and laws.
• Effective interpersonal skills to resolve a wide variety of sensitive situations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including writing clear and comprehensive reports.
• Demonstrated ability to think and act effectively in emergency and sensitive situations.

• The nature of the duties may also require successful completion of a background check, physical and psychological exam and/or the ability to attend Police Officers Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) programs related to public safety support and dispatch activities.
• Knowledge of and the ability to learn how to use the applicable public safety related equipment and systems are essential.
• Required to work various shifts throughout the year including: days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

• Eligible to be a peace officer in the State of California ( as per Government Code Sections 1029 and 1031).
• Possess a valid P.O.S.T. Certificate of Eligibility or a P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate in good standing.
• Valid California driver's license.

• The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an…