- Engages in problem solving, threat mitigation, and conflict
resolution for a wide range of issues and incidents involving
citizens, groups, campus entities, government agencies, businesses,
leaders, and others
- Performs preliminary and follow-up investigations to solve
crimes, identify suspects and victims, apprehend criminals, and
document case information
- Ensures the safe and orderly flow of traffic on institutional
roadways and enforces traffic laws
- Provides personal safety and crime prevention education to
institutional community
Department:
University Police Department
Compensation:
$28.08 / hour
Required Qualifications:
- Applicants must be certifiable, or have completed the 720-hour
academy, or be currently enrolled & will complete a WI
Department of Justice “Law Enforcement Recruit " training course,
& be eligible for certification upon employment by WI Law
Enforcement Standards Board (LESB) as a Law Enforcement Officer or
be a certified Law Enforcement Officer in another state and
eligible for certification by WI LESB. 60 college credits and 21
years of age or older is required.
- Possess a valid Wisconsin driver’s license or a valid driver’s
license from another state.
- Authorization to drive a University vehicle is required.
- The ability to perform the essential functions of a police
officer.
- The ability to use all standard law enforcement equipment (e.g.
firearm and ammunition, radio/video/photography equipment, TASER
Electronic Control Device, etc.).
- Knowledge of evidence preservation techniques including
photography and other standard evidence collection
techniques.
- Knowledge of emergency vehicle operation procedures and ability
to drive a vehicle in emergency mode.
- Knowledge of the proper preparation of all reports, forms, and
processing of arrested persons.
- Knowledge of crowd management techniques.
- Knowledge of appropriate state and federal statutes, laws, and
administrative rules and regulations.
- Knowledge of investigation and arrest techniques.
- The ability to observe and accurately recall facts or details
about persons, events, accidents or crime scenes, physical
conditions, and individuals’ behavior.
- Effective written, oral, and interpersonal communication
skills.
- Effective public relations techniques to communicate clearly
and concisely, interact with, and be respectful of a diverse
community of students, co-workers, faculty/staff, guests, and the
general public.
- The ability to maintain proficiency in technical aspects of law
enforcement (e.g. CPR, first aid, AED, defensive tactics, firearms
qualification, physical fitness, and emergency vehicle
operation).
- Basic computer skills to perform data entry and retrieval (e.g.
word processing, database, and internet).
Education:
Associate Degree or 60 credited hours from an accredited
university.
How to Apply:
Required application documents
Cover letter
Resume
3-5 References with contact information
Contact Information:
Sgt Nicholas Ames names@uwlax.edu
Special Notes:
Application deadlines
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Priority consideration is given to
those candidates who apply by the listed ‘First Review Date’.
Applications received after that date may be considered at the
discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be
evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to
participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete
and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. If
you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not
able to complete the application online due to a disability or
system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law.
UWL will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who
request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by
Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the
identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the
appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment
screening which includes a criminal background check, work
authorization, and verification of education. It will also require
you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual
violence and sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWL Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery
Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and
information about campus security policies, see
http://www.uwlax.edu/student-life/student-resources/annual-security-report/
or contact the University Police Department at 608.785.9000.
INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR BENEFITS
Your benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial
package from the university.
Highlights include:
- Paid vacation for 12-month positions.
- Excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good
coverage.
- Paid holidays and paid sick days.
- After 5 years of employment, you become vested in our
retirement system which ensures income post-career.
- Benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and
some of the strongest in state and nation.
Benefit eligibility is determined at the point of hire. This
information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits
are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability,
status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by
applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are
committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of
backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified
individuals to apply.