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University Of Washington lists this CAMPUS POLICE OFFICER, LATERAL (MULTIPLE OPENINGS) opportunity in seattle, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Lateral-Level Campus Police OfficerThe Division of Campus Community Safety (DCCS) has an outstanding opportunity for a Lateral-Level Campus Police Officer to join their team. This recruitment offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus to eligible Lateral-Level Police Officers joining UWPD!Reporting to the Chief of Police, the Lateral-Level Campus Police Officer at the University of Washington Police Department (UWPD) is responsible for responding to public calls for service within a very diverse community, providing community-oriented law enforcement services to the campus and nearby areas, enforcing state laws, city ordinances, and University regulations. Police Officers conduct criminal and traffic investigations, make arrests, prepare necessary documentation and testify in court. Officers also provide for the safety and security of persons and property at University events and attend community meetings.UW Police Officers have unique opportunities to work in specialized units and assignments. These units and assignments include:Detective UnitBicycle OfficersField Training OfficersPlain clothes detailExplosives Detection K-9 UnitDignitary Protection assignmentsIncident Prevention TeamPolice Officers work a variety of shifts depending on their assignment. These shifts may include traditional 5x8s or 4x10s, with some weekend work required.To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Department.High school graduation or equivalent;At least twenty-one years of age upon completion of the Police Academy;Possession of a valid driver's license;No previous felony convictions.*Lateral Candidates: Must have a minimum of two years' experience as a full-time, paid commissioned officer, and no more than a 24-month break in service (more than a 24-month break in service will require successful completion of the Washington State Equivalency course).Federal law enforcement officers/agents, corrections officers, jailers, game wardens, military police officers, special or reserve officers/deputies, or any other such positions which fall outside the above guidelines may not qualify for Lateral positions.All out-of-state lateral applicants must meet the requirements outlined in Washington Administrative code "Basic Law Enforcement Certificate of Equivalency" and be qualified to attend the Washington State Equivalency Academy.Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education.Fluency in other languages (such as Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Russian, etc.)Police officers are on duty 24 hours a day, every day of the year, and their services and facilities are available at all times. Must be flexible for scheduling. Day shift, swing shift and night shift are shifts that you must be willing to work. Overtime is regularly available and, at times, may be required.The UW Police Department Facility is located at th Avenue NE, just south of Gould Hall. The location is in the growing west campus area and is also near the NE 40th Avenue west entrance to main campus. The facility is 29,000 sf and includes police offices, training/meeting rooms, dispatch and communications center, records, locker rooms, physical fitness room, booking and holding rooms, evidence storage, and on-site fleet parking.1. Apply to the University of Washington Police Department - Lateral Police Officer position through Public Safety Testing.2. Complete your personal history statement within 14 days through Public Safety Testing (PST). PST conducts our Background Investigation Process. A completed Personal History Statement will be required for those who progress to the Background Investigation Process. Detailed information requested includes:Addresses of all residencesReferencesNames and addresses of family membersArrests and criminal historyTraffic driving recordMilitary serviceEmployment historyDrug useEducation historyMemberships in professional organizationsFinancial informationCopies of the following documents:High school diploma/GED certificateSocial Security cardDriver's LicenseBirth Certificate (Certified copy)Transcripts of college grades (Certified copy from Institution Registrar)Any other documents, certificates, resumes, performance evaluation reports, etc., which show your abilities and training for the position3. Complete your UW application through Workday at CAMPUS POLICE OFFICER, LATERAL (MULTIPLE OPENINGS) - University of Washington. A complete application includes:Add your resume to your candidate profileComplete the Criminal History Disclosure assessmentCompleting the U.S. Work Authorization Assessment.4. Oral Boards (panel interview)Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may be invited to participate in Oral Boards.5. Additional Selection Steps Include:Ride Along with a Field Training OfficerBackground InvestigationPolygraph TestPsychological EvaluationMedical ExamDrug ScreenFingerprintsOfficial Offer of EmploymentApplication process can also be found at Apply to UWPD: Lateral officers – UW PoliceReapplication is permitted at any time, except for candidates disqualified for reasons of prior felony convictions or non-correctable selection. Please note: It may take 2 to 4 months to successfully complete all phases of the selection process from Oral Boards to Official Offer of Employment. Be sure to check back periodically for updated recruitment information.The Division of Campus Community Safety (DCCS) unifies front-line public safety units across the University for a holistic approach to campus community safety, innovation in approaches, and clarity in leadership responsibility and accountability. Key units include UW Emergency Management, SafeCampus and the UW Police Department Seattle campus. Division staff work daily in partnership with units across and outside the UW system to both create safer, welcoming campus environments; prepare for potential natural or human-made disasters; and respond appropriately to incidents.The University of Washington Police Department is housed in a state-of-the-art police facility. We are looking for dedicated professionals with police experience to join our ranks. We have so much to offer including a pleasant atmosphere, policing a student population, specialty positions, working Big 10 sporting events, lucrative overtime assignments and an opportunity to practice the community policing and service expected from our internationally and state accredited police department. The UWPD is involved in crime prevention, uniformed patrol response, crowd control, dignitary protection, facilities security, traffic control and enforcement, criminal investigations, and emergency management. We are committed to officer training, a high officer-to-area ratio and innovative policing strategies.In 2017, UWPD was the first police department in the State of Washington to achieve joint accreditation under the new accreditation program by the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs (WASPC), in addition to its CALEA accreditation. UWPD is proud to be internationally accredited through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). Initially accredited in 2005, the agency has maintained compliance with 462 national standards/best practices, achieved reaccredited status in 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017, 2021 and working on reaccreditation for 2025.Pay Range Minimum:$109,548.00 annualPay Range Maximum:$127,044.00 annualOther Compensation:-Benefits:For information about benefits for this position, visit
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seattle, WA, 98101, US
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