Police Officer - Public Safety and Transit

Position Summary

Police Officer - University Police Department of Public Safety and Transit Full Time

Primary Responsibilities

• Protects and serves the students, visitors, faculty, and staff of the Southeast Missouri State University campus
• Patrols and protects the properties, buildings and grounds of campus
• Investigates crimes for presentation to municipal and county attorneys for criminal prosecutions
• Responds to requests for service and campus emergencies
• Enforces student Code of Conduct and makes referrals to the Office of Student Conduct
• Conducts patrols and makes routine security checks of campus buildings
• Performs protective duties to provide police services in assigned areas of campus
• Provides safety and crime prevention education for the campus community
• Maintains a valid driver license
• Maintains Post certification

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; college coursework or degree a plus
• Must be Missouri POST certified or have completed an approved academy training program and become Missouri POST certified by first day of employment
• Must possess a valid Missouri driver license
• Must be available to work any hours, rotating shifts, days, nights, weekends and holidays; subject to call in as needed
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and organizational skills
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of customer service and community policing philosophy
• Demonstrated sound judgement in handling sensitive situations with tact, discretion and confidentiality

Required Background Check

Must successfully pass all Assessments, Pre-Employment Testing, and Post-Offer Testing which at a minimum will include a criminal background check, polygraph exam and drug testing. Must be 21 years of age, a United States citizen, with no felony convictions of moral turpitude, or misdemeanor domestic violence convictions. Failure to pass will result in the employment offer being revoked.

Required Information & Deadline

To Apply: The deadline to submit applications is May 16, 2025. Click on the APPLY button at the top of the page and complete every section of the online application. A letter of interest addressing all position qualifications and a current resume is required

Additional Information

About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO): Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.

SEMO Fact Book: Institutional Research Factbook | SEMO

SEMO Strategic Action Plan: Strategic Action Plan (semo.edu)