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Police Officer

Employer
Marquette University
Location
Milwaukee
Salary
Competitive
Posting Details

Posting Number NA00891

Position Title Police Officer State Wisconsin Employment Status Full Time Position Status Regular If Limited Term (End Date of Assignment, Project, or Grant) Position Type Staff Position Overview

The Police Officer's primary role is to prevent crime and the breach of public order. Primary responsibilities include protecting students, faculty, staff, campus visitors, property, and facilities from accidents, bodily harm, fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry; enforcing laws and traffic and parking regulations; apprehending violators; providing general information and assistance to the public; conducting criminal investigations; and participating in community oriented policing efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Patrol the campus by foot or by vehicle and answer calls to protect personnel, property, and facilities independently or with another.

2. Enforce laws, traffic regulations, student code of conduct and safety regulations.

3. Escort people off campus (i.e. restraining orders, dismissed personnel, disruptive students); apprehend and arrest violators.

4. Provide security and crowd control for large gatherings such as sporting events, dances, concerts, job actions, campus activities, etc.

5. Investigate and record irregularities which occur during assigned shifts and take necessary action within limits or prescribed policies and procedures to correct the situation.

6. Prepare written reports of accidents, irregularities or violations of law.

7. Respond and investigate all accidental and industrial injuries relating to the campus.

8. Gather, process, and maintain integrity of evidence and interview witnesses; appear in court and testify as arresting or investigating officer.

9. Maintain confidentiality relative to matters under investigation.

10. Participate in required in-service and staff training.

11. Maintain effective liaison activities with local law enforcement agencies, including responding to the requested assistance from the Milwaukee Police Department.

12. Perform other related duties as required, assigned or requested.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must be at least 21 years of age. Possess High School Diploma or Equivalent. Must have 60 college credits upon graduating the Police Academy. Graduation from certified academy with a Basic Course Certificate within the past three years, or employment as a police officer with a Wisconsin Certified Law Enforcement Agency within the past three years. (Applicant: Must submit a copy of Basic Academy Certificate with the application. If currently in an academy, include a letter from the academy stating projected graduation date. The basic academy certificate must be provided by time of appointment. Must possess a valid Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Driver's License with favorable driving record at time of appointment. Be a citizen of the U.S. or be a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship (Government Code Section 1031(a)). Be free of any felony conviction and certain misdemeanor convictions.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Prior related experience (preferably in campus law enforcement) or comparable formal education is preferred. Thorough knowledge of current law enforcement methods and procedures. Thorough knowledge of current Wisconsin criminal codes and laws. Strong interest in the application of community policing methods.

Department Police Department Posting Date 05/03/2021 Closing Date Special Instructions to Applicants EOE Statement

It is the policy of Marquette University to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.

Required Documents

Required Documents

* Resume
* Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* * What is your highest level of education
* High School
* 60 Credits
* Associate Degree
* Bachelor's Degree
* Master's Degree
* PHD

* * Are you over the age of 21?
* Yes
* No

* * Do you have a valid driver's license?
* Yes
* No

* * Did you graduate from a Law Enforcement Officer Academy?
* No
* Currently Enrolled; Pending Graduation
* Yes

* * Do you have any previous Law Enforcement Officer experience?
* No
* Yes

* * If you answered yes to the above question. What was/is your reason for leaving your previous/current agency?

(Open Ended Question)

* * Do you have prior military experience
* Yes
* No

* * Are you prohibited from possessing a firearm under federal law?
* Yes
* No

* * Is disciplinary action pending against you in any jurisdiction? If yes, provide details about pending action, including the name of the agency and status of action.

(Open Ended Question)

* * Are any felony or misdemeanor charges pending against you? If yes, please provide details about pending charge. (Only charges that are substantially related to the open position will be reviewed).

(Open Ended Question)

* * Have you ever surrendered, resigned, cancelled, or been denied a professional license or other credential in Wisconsin or any other jurisdiction? If yes, please give details, including the name of the profession and the agency.

(Open Ended Question)

* * Has any licensing or other credentialing agency ever taken any disciplinary action against you, including but not limited to, any warning, reprimand, suspension, probation, limitation or revocation? If yes, provide details about the action, including the name of the credentialing agency and date of action.

(Open Ended Question)

* * In the past five (5) years, have you been convicted of reckless driving or a substantially similar violation (e.g., drag racing)?
* Yes
* No

* * In the past five (5) years, have you been convicted of driving intoxicated or impaired, or under the influence of drugs?
* Yes
* No

* * In the past five (5) years, have you been convicted of refusing to submit to a lawfully requested breathalyzer or other blood alcohol test?
* Yes
* No

* * In the past five (5) years, have you been convicted of speeding in excess of 20 mph over the posted speed limit?
* Yes
* No

* * In the past five (5) years, have you been convicted of negligent homicide, manslaughter, hit and run, or a similar offense, irrespective of the specific nature of the crime charged or the punishment imposed?
* Yes
* No

* * In the past five (5) years, have you been convicted of intentionally leaving the scene of an accident?
* Yes
* No

* * In the past three (3) years, have you been involved in three (3) or more at-fault accidents or moving violations?
* Yes
* No

* * In the past year, have you been involved in two (2) or more at-fault accidents or moving violations?
* Yes
* No

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