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University of Missouri - St. Louis
Police Officer
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What they do
A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.
$64,948 / year median in Missouri
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description Enforces university regulations and city and state laws as they apply to university property and designated areas. Performs routine tasks as assigned using existing procedures, practices, techniques, etc. Patrols, inspects, supervises, responds to, etc., routine Institutional Safety and/or police operations Performs standard assignments and responsibilities and makes recommendations for improvement/efficiency, resourcing, etc., as necessary Uses existing procedures to solve standard problems and/or correct standard, routine issues Conducts preliminary investigations, collecting and preserving evidence, etc. Has limited impact on own work team Works within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet established deadlines Exchanges straightforward information Develop working relationships with various teams/parties Maintains confidentiality and sensitivity to the audience/situation Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas. Shift 40 hours, rotating shifts Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. A valid Missouri operator's license (for positions at UMKC only, valid Kansas operator's license acceptable). Must obtain and maintain Missouri POST certification in accordance with current state requirements. Certification may be required prior to appointment and is mandatory once employed. Preferred Qualifications 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university, OR 2 years of federal active duty military service with an honorable discharge OR 2 years of experience as a full-time POST-certified peace officer Anticipated Hiring Range 22.00-26.45 Application Materials Application materials include a cover letter and resume. Finalists will be asked to provide references at a later date. Applicants must combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment to the