Job Description:
Police Officer
The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.
Posting Summary
Join UVM Police - Serve, Educate, and Grow with Us
UVM Police is a values-driven organization committed to fostering safety, education, and trust within our diverse campus community. We prioritize strong relationships and believe that modern policing is about education, collaboration, and thoughtful enforcement. At UVM Police, your work makes a difference in the lives of students, faculty, staff, and visitors every day.
Benefits Include:
- Signing bonus
- Shift differential pay (in addition to base salary)
- College tuition remission for employees and dependents
- 10% employer contribution to retirement savings plans (with 2% employee contribution)
- 20 days of paid time off (PTO) to start, plus medical leave
- Up to 8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Opportunities for overtime and comp time accrual
Why Join UVM Police?
- Work in a university environment that values education and personal growth
- Be part of a team that emphasizes respect, inclusion, and community collaboration
- Serve a vibrant, diverse campus with opportunities to build meaningful connections
Our Ideal Candidate:
- Shares our commitment to education, equity, and service
- Values community engagement and open communication
- Wants to grow professionally in a supportive environment
Learn more about our department, qualifications, and the UVM community at
www.uvm.edu/police.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Associate's degree and one to two years' related experience required.
- Certification by Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council within probationary period required.
- Physical examination, written examination, psychological evaluation, and background investigation required pursuant to Rule 32 of Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council.
- Valid driver's license or ability to obtain, and driver's check required.
- Ability to communicate effectively with people; physically restrain a suspect; run up/down several flights of stairs and up to 100 yards; stand for long periods of time; walk for several hours while on patrol; drive emergency response vehicle.
- Ability to hear radio and telephone communications at both high and low decibels.
- Radio and telephone communications require clear diction without impediments. Good vision needed.
Desirable Qualifications
Anticipated Pay Range
See Step Plan: https://www.uvm.edu/sites/default/files/Human-Resources/LER/Teamsters_Contract.pdf
Other Information
Special Conditions
Non-standard work hours required, Bargaining Unit Position - Teamsters, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, Overtime required, Weekend work required, A probationary period may be required, 40 hour work week, This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Union Position
Yes, TM
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)
7/8/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Department
Police Services/11575
Employee FTE
1.0
Employee Term
12
For full job description and to apply, visit https://www.uvmjobs.com/postings/78120
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