Police Officer - University of Central Missouri Department of Public Safety

The University of Central Missouri Department of Public Safety is currently accepting applications for Police Officer. This position is responsible for protecting students, faculty, staff, visitors and University of Central Missouri property. Officers enforce state statutes, city ordinances, University rules and regulations, and policies of University of Central Missouri. Helps to ensure that University of Central Missouri maintains an atmosphere that is supportive of the educational process.

TYPE:  Full Time

SALARY:  Starting pay rate is $21.75 p/hr. Lateral pay adjustments available for prior law enforcement experience. This is a full-time benefits-eligible position. Benefits include competitive salary; health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD & D, long-term disability; 3 weeks paid vacation per year; 3 weeks of accrued sick leave per year; 13 paid holidays; retirement; and generous education assistance for an employee, spouse and dependent children taking classes at UCM..

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field preferred but not required. Police background check, Criminal History check, Fingerprinting, Driver's license, Missouri license required. Must obtain and maintain Missouri Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) license as mandated by state law. Must attend and successfully pass the basic Police Academy as prescribed by Missouri Department of Public Safety for state police officers. Minimum 21 years of age at time of appointment.

OBTAINING AN APPLICATION:  Application, resume and cover letter can be submitted at https://jobs.ucmo.edu/postings/27587. For more information about this position, contact Captain Dan Othic at 660-543-4123.

CLOSING DATE:  09/01/2023