University Police Officer, University Police Department

This position will remain open to establish a pool of qualified candidates. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and materials may be retained for consideration for current and future opportunities.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS

12-month, Full-time position

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.

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.

COMMUNI TY

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.maryville.org.

UNIVERSITY

With an enrollment of about 9,000 students, Northwest is a coeducational, primarily residential four-year university that offers a broad range of undergraduate and selected graduate programs on its Maryville campus and through Northwest Online. Founded in 1905 and ranked by U.S. News and World Report among the top public regional universities in the Midwest, Northwest boasts a high retention rate and a graduation rate in the 95th percentile among its peers. Additionally, results of the Ruffalo Noel Levitz Student Satisfaction Inventory show Northwest students are more satisfied than students at national peers, and 78 percent of Northwest students report they would repeat their University experience, compared to 75 percent of students surveyed nationally at their respective institutions. Furthermore, the University is a national model for student success and career placement with 93 percent of bachelor's degree earners and 99 percent of master's degree earners securing employment or continuing their education within six months of completing a degree at Northwest, according to the most recent data. Northwest places a high emphasis on profession-based learning to help graduates get a jumpstart on their careers while maintaining competitive tuition rates and generous financial assistance to help minimize the financial barriers students may face when pursuing a college degree. Students have opportunities to build their résumés with experiences on campus in nearly every area of study, including the Horace Mann Laboratory School, National Public Radio affiliate KXCV, the R.T. Wright Farm, Mozingo Outdoor Education Recreation Area, a partnership with the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency or Knacktive, a student-driven integrated digital marketing communications agency. In conjunction with its emergency and disaster management program, Northwest organizes and hosts Missouri Hope, an annual mass casualty training exercise that attracts first responders and emergency workers from throughout the nation and provides hands-on training in preparation for a natural disaster. The University's vibrant and diverse learning community also offers more than 150 student organizations, and textbooks and a laptop are included in tuition, saving students an estimated $6,900 over four years. Northwest offers 1,200 student employment positions, allowing students to build professional skills through its internationally benchmarked student employment program. For more information about Northwest and its performance, visit www.nwmissouri.edu/aboutus/facts/.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Until filled

DATE AVAILABLE

Immediately Selection Process 1. Office of Human Resources application accepted 2. Background Investigation-Criminal History check and 3 references 3. Oral Review Board 4. Oral Interview-Chief of Police and Lieutenant 5. Conditional Offer 6. Board Appointment Additional Information This position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). The CSA will attend required CSA training and is an official of the University who has significant responsibility for students and campus activities and the authority to take action for the University. This position is considered essential staff. Essential staff provides services that relate directly to the health, safety, and welfare of the University, ensure continuity of key operations, and maintain and protect University properties. Should the University close for any reason, essential staff will report to work as usual.

TO APPLY

Please fill out a Northwest application online by clicking http://agency.governmentjobs.com/nwmissouri/default.cfm to reach our employment opportunities listing. You will also need to submit a letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references in order for your application materials to be complete. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at 660-562-1127 or email ewilmes@nwmissouri.edu for more information