University Police Department, University Police Department

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Occupation:

Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers

Location:

Maryville, MO - 64468 Positions available: 1 Job #: 821150

Source:

Northwest Missouri State University

Posted:

02/16/2026

Web Site:

www.nwmissouri.edu

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More) Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Education High School Diploma Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window.

PRIMARY DUTY

Police officers enforce and promote awareness of University policies and procedures, municipal ordinances, state statutes, and federal laws with supervision. Officers patrol and document complex criminal and civil incidents. Officers maintain a high degree of independence, initiative, and interaction with all campus factions and local communities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Enforce University policies, municipal ordinances, state statutes and federal laws. 2. Analyze and respond to critical situations under minimal supervision. 3. Provide a trauma-informed response to emergencies, disasters and crises. 4. Protect the lives and property of community members. 5. Perform traffic and parking enforcement. 6. Perform vehicular and foot patrol throughout University owned property. 7. Perform consistent facility, content and equipment checks within the jurisdiction. 8. Assist in the investigation of daily and ongoing cases. 9. Assist in the collection and submission of evidence. 10. Assist in the security and emergency operation plan at events. 11. Assist in the development and training of student employees. 12. Assist municipal, county, state and federal agencies when applicable. 13. Provide information and assistance to the community and campus visitors. 14. Communicate and document effectively and efficiently. 15. Provide community policing models and perform public presentations. 16. Responsible for maintaining all required trainings, certifications and licensures. 17. Facilitate training for the department when applicable 18. All other duties as assigned. Additional Information Help for Additional Information. Opens a new window.

REQUIREMENTS

Education:

High School Diploma Experience:

Two years' experience in a customer-oriented field

Skills:

Ability to receive and maintain a Missouri peace officer's certification, a Missouri driver's license, and no criminal history based on a criminal background check; Attention to detail, Communication skills, including oral, written, and/or nonverbal, Human Relations/Interpersonal skills, Leadership skills: organization/meeting facilitation/project leadership, Maintain confidentiality

WORKING CONDITIONS

Works outdoors/indoors during inclement weather including nights, weekends and holidays.

EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS USED

Operates office equipment, specialized law enforcement equipment, radios, police vehicles, weapons, etc.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Primary functions require physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include running, walking, crouching, or crawling during emergency operations. Moving equipment, climbing stairs/ladders, walking, standing or sitting for extended periods of time. mobility/strength/dexterity/balance/coordination/endurance.

COMMUNITY

Northwest Missouri State University is located in Maryville, Missouri, a community of 12,000 with a diverse economy and a strong industrial base. Maryville is located 45 miles north of St. Joseph, Missouri, 90 miles north of Kansas City, Missouri, and 110 miles southeast of Omaha, Nebraska. For more information, visit the city's website at www.m Visit the Employer site for more details