POLICE OFFICER Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Job ID55675
Location
Columbia
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Hiring Department
MU Police Department
Job Description

Overview:

At the University of Missouri Police Department, law enforcement is about more than just policing — it’s about building community, fostering trust, and protecting the future. As a certified Police Officer at MUPD, you will work in a dynamic, university-centered environment where your contributions matter. With various responsibilities, community engagement, and a supportive team, this is your chance to do meaningful work — and grow while doing it.

What You’ll Do:

Patrol assigned areas by vehicle, bicycle, or foot
Respond to incidents, emergencies, and public assistance calls
Enforce laws, university rules, and traffic regulations
Conduct investigations, gather evidence, interview witnesses
Write detailed reports and testify in court as needed
Make arrests, transport detainees, and complete processing
Assist with events, traffic control, and community outreach
Provide first aid and support during crises
Why Join MUPD?

Case Ownership:

Officers often manage incidents from start to finish

Broad Community Interaction:

Work with students, faculty, staff, and healthcare professionals

Community Trust:

Be part of a department known for compassion and professionalism

Career Flexibility and Growth:

Opportunities to train new recruits, serve in specialized roles, and advance into training roles, or leadership.

Educational Incentives:

Tuition discounts for you and your family across the UM System

Continuous Training Opportunities:

Drug Enforcement, DWI, Reporting, Interviewing and Interrogation Techniques
Shift

Shift and Schedule:

We offer both 8-hour and 10-hour shift options across three rotating shifts: 1st (Day), 2nd (Afternoon), and 3rd (Overnight). Most of our officers work 10-hour shifts, which provide more days off and greater scheduling flexibility. Overtime may be required for special events.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent. A valid Missouri operator’s license. Missouri POST certification may be required prior to employment, but it is required once job is started.
Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

U.S. citizenship and Missouri residency required by the date of appointment
Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment
No felony or Class A misdemeanor convictions
No alcohol consumption within the last six months due to addiction to alcohol
No illegal use, manufacture, sale, or cultivation of any controlled substance within the past two years (as defined by Missouri state statute); limited, legal, or experimental marijuana use may be evaluated on a case-by-case basis
No criminal history that would disqualify licensing under Missouri POST requirements, including RSMo Sections 590.080.1 and 590.100.1
Successful completion of a Missouri POST-approved Basic Law Enforcement Training Center, passage of the Missouri Peace Officer License Exam, and active certification as a peace officer in the State of Missouri
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Ability to type and effectively utilize law enforcement technology systems
Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range:

$28.13 – $30.68/hour

Grade:

GGS-009

University Title:

Police Officer
Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Other Information
Selection Process (3-month timeline):
Application review and screening
Committee Interview
Background investigation, polygraph/voice stress analysis and reference checking
Chief’s Interview
Conditional offer phase includes psychological and medical evaluations
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply today and join a department where purpose meets growth. Questions? Contact Lieutenant Jerry Armentrout at (573) 882-5804.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.