Patrol Officer

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Location:

West Haven, CT

The University of New Haven, founded on the Yale campus in 1920, is a private, coeducational university situated on the coast of southern New England. It’s a diverse and vibrant community of more than 8,800 students with campuses around the country and abroad. Within its five colleges, students immerse themselves in a transformative, career‑focused education across the liberal arts and sciences, fine arts, business, engineering, public safety, and public service.

More than 100 academic programs are offered, all grounded in a long‑standing commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary, project‑based learning.

The University of New Haven Police Department, a Tier II accredited, 24‑7 police department located at the main campus in West Haven, is looking for a Patrol Officer to protect students, faculty, staff, campus visitors, property, and facilities from accidents, bodily harm, fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal activity.

• High school degree required; college degree preferred.
• Current certification as a Police Officer in the State of Connecticut.
• Two years of experience as a Police Officer in the State of Connecticut.
• Experience working at an institute of higher learning.
• Valid Connecticut State Driver’s License.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal with a diverse employee and student population.
• Ability to communicate in a professional, clear, and concise manner.
• Ability to act with tact and diplomacy when dealing with hostile and irate individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive and private information.

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including overtime hours, weekends, University observed holidays and closures for emergency or inclement weather.
• Physically demanding job requiring walking, climbing, biking, bending, stooping, running, standing for long durations; periodic physical examinations may be required.
• Must successfully complete a vigorous background check, including polygraph and psychological examination.

• Patrol assigned areas as required with various modes of transportation.
• Respond to and assess routine and emergency scenarios.
• Respond to situations threatening safety and security.
• Prepare detailed police reports as required.
• Investigate motor vehicle accidents as required.
• Provide security escorts and other crime prevention duties as assigned.
• Attend student, social, athletic and other organized meetings to ensure public safety and order.
• Acquire and maintain knowledge in laws, procedures, and modern technologies related to law enforcement.
• Provide factual testimony in criminal and civil proceedings.
• Safely operate and maintain police equipment.
• Assist in training new members of the UNH Police Department.
• Follow Departmental Chain of Command in performing duties.
• Remain proficient in all required POST certifications.
• Assist with campus parking issues and enforce parking violations.
• Handle Lost and Found property.
• Render first aid when needed.
• Make referrals, calls and complete administrative paperwork.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Health & Welfare Programs:
  Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Programs for employees and eligible family members.
• Wellness & Fitness:
  On‑campus Recreation and Fitness Center for employees and families.
• Employee Assistant Program.
• Tuition assistance for employees and eligible dependents; tuition exchange opportunities.
• Employee discounts on products, services and educational opportunities.
• Generous paid time off programs.
• Progressive paid holiday schedule.
• 4 weeks of parental paid leave.
• Flexible work schedules including summer hours where applicable.

Entry level

Full‑time

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