Police Officer at Central Washington University Police Dept. in Ellensburg, Washington

Job Description:

Central Washington University is recruiting a Campus Police Officer to join our University Police and Public Safety team in Ellensburg, Washington. This role is an important member of our team as they provide a safe and secure environment for the University. The role is a campus-based position, which means you get to see the lives you are impacting. We're offering a salary, depending on experience, from $69,408 - $93,312 annually plus the awesome CWU benefits.

The Role:

The CWU Police Department is accepting applications to fill future anticipated openings for the position of Police Officer.

This position works in partnership with our communities to create a safe and secure environment through education and enforcement. Police Officers perform general duty police work by patrolling the campus by vehicle, bicycle or on foot. The Campus Police Officer is responsible for security, protection, providing assistance, crime prevention, investigation, emergency aid, and ensuring proper enforcement of applicable federal, state, and local statutes and other university policies. All employees are expected to support CWU's commitment to diversity and to bring and support inclusion into the university environment.

Job Duties

- Patrol designated areas including classrooms, residence halls, and other facilities, by vehicle, bicycle or on foot, as assigned.
- Investigate and take action on complaints and related details as assigned.
- Perform community caretaking.
- Respond to and handle emergency calls in patrol areas.
- Respond and assist city, county, or other law enforcement agencies in cases of emergency.
- Conduct parking enforcement.
- Advise, direct, and give information to the general public.
- Perform related duties in connection with special events, information services, medical assists, animal control and various other public services.
- Make public safety presentations to the department, campus community, and general public.
- Prepare accurate and complete records and reports.
- Provide documentation to the Prosecutor, Courts, other criminal justice, and social service agencies and appear in Court when necessary.

- Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen
• Twenty-one years of age
• High school graduation or equivalent
• A valid driver's license
• No felony or domestic violence convictions
• Special Conditions of Employment: Incumbents must be able to obtain peace officer certification as required by the State of Washington. Incumbents have complete police authority, including arrest powers and are required to be commissioned law officers under the regulations of the State of Washington
• Demonstrated willingness and/or experience working with students and/or co-workers from a wide range of abilities, backgrounds and experiences
• OR applicable combination of education and/or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position

Preferred Qualifications

• Accredited college degree in criminal justice, police science or related field
• Law enforcement and/or University law enforcement experience
• College degree (AA/Bachelor's/Master's)
• Certified law enforcement officer
• Potential to mentor and educate students who will serve diverse populations
• Ability to incorporate multicultural perspectives and issues into everyday conversations

Competencies

• Professional Knowledge: Applies principles and procedures of crime prevention, law enforcement, and the criminal justice system.
• Teamwork: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with others.
• Flexibility/Adaptability: Ability to respond quickly and effectively to uncertainty and constant changes.
• Dependability: Ability to consistently be at work and on time, follow instructions (verbal and written), respond to direction, and solicit feedback to improve performance.
• Integrity/Honesty: Consistently demonstrates and adheres to high moral code and standards.
• Accountability: Takes responsibility for actions and works to improve deficiencies. Is mindful of and works to promote the reputation of the department to the community we serve.
• Ability to embrace and promote a diverse environment.

Application link:

https://cwuhrprdcg.peoplesoft.cwu.edu/psp/careers/EMPLOYEE/CAREERS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&SiteId=1&FOCUS=Applicant&JobOpeningId=6098&PostingSeq=1

Don't meet every single requirement? At CWU we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. This may be the job for you!

CWU is an EEO/AA/Title IX/Veteran/Disability Employer.

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