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Police Officer
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University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR (In Person)
$44,737 Salary, Full-Time
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Title Information Full-Time/Part-Time Full Time
Salary Range $44,737
Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid? Onsite
Position Details
Position Information Posting Number
NC0812026
Working Title Police Officer Department Org 123000- University Police Why should you work at UCA?
- Patrols assigned areas to detect and prevent crimes, enforce traffic laws, recognize parking violations, issue traffic citations, and identify safety hazards and violators.
- Performs security checks of campus buildings.
- Conducts investigations of crimes, accidents, and reports incidents committed on campus.
- Directs traffic during periods of high density to facilitate smooth flow.
- Arrests violators, writes incident reports, and testifies in court, as required.
- Responds to alarms, calls for assistance, checks for locked or unlocked buildings and offices, as necessary, and assists stranded motorists and others in need of assistance.
- Monitors security and fire panel for security and fire detection, assists with checking the alarm systems and emergency power supply, and inspects and maintains fire extinguishers.
- Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of traffic laws, rules and regulations, for security.
- Knowledge of general law enforcement methods and techniques.
- Ability to direct traffic and to maintain order.
- Ability to prepare reports of incidents and accidents.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
- Ability to operate motor vehicles used in patrol duties. Skills Considered Essential for Success
- Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
- Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
- Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
- Ability to make sound judgments.
- Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
- Civility in all interactions.
- Demonstrate effective follow-up.
OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
Preferred Education and/or Experience University, Campus, and Community Description Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas. Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students and employs over 1,300 full-time employees. The university offers more than 85 undergraduate and 59 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities. Desired start date 07/16/2026 Position Summary and Qualifications License(s)/Certifications Physical Demands Checklist Sitting, Kneeling, Standing, Balancing, Lifting/Carrying, Walking, Climbing, Crawling Physical Exertion Administrative Work- Exerting up to 10 pounds, Light Work
- Exerting up to 20 pounds, Medium Work
- Exerting 20-50 pounds, Heavy Work
- Exerting 50-100 pounds, Very Heavy Work
- Exerting in excess of 100 pounds, Activities occur inside or outside in approximately equal amounts Posting Detail Information Background Check Statement This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening.