"Police Officer"

Description of Work:

Commissioned police officer who will perform all related duties including, but not limited to, patrolling on foot or by vehicle, University property to prevent and discover the commission of crimes; enforce state laws and city ordinances; enforce traffic regulations; conduct investigations on criminal offenses and traffic accidents to gather evidence, obtain witnesses and make arrests; provide documentation and testimony to Judicial Board and courts; and provide general security for University properties and citizens on campus to insure a safe environment for all.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska's preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalency. Ability to meet, communicate and work with general public effectively and to react calmly, quickly and accurately in emergency situations essential. Must successfully pass physical, psychological and polygraph exams, as well a Basic Training Academy as provided or approved by Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center. Minimum age 21 years. Must be a US Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior law enforcement experience preferred.

Posted Salary:

$33.674/hr minimum

Job Type:

Full-Time

Posted: 18-Jan-26

Location: Lincoln, Nebraska

Internal Number: 98988

Requisition Number: S_260032

Department: University Police-0823