Patrol Officer Recruit, I, or II

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Belknap Campus Time Type:

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R109601 Minimum Requirements:

Patrol Officer II - High school diploma or GED and minimum of 2 years experience. Minimum of 21 years of age. Valid driver's license required and insurable through University's auto insurance policy. USA citizenship at time of appointment. Certified under the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training Police Officer's Professional Standard (P.O.P.S.) program and a police academy recognized and approved by the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training (DOCJT). To be eligible for appointment candidates cannot have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor domestic violence crime as set forth in 18 U.S.C. & 992 (g) (8) and (9). The selection process includes successful completion of a written examination, oral interviews, drug screening test, physical examination and psychological evaluation and comprehensive background investigation. Certified or eligible for the DOCJT Intermediate Law Enforcement Officer Certification. Grade 6 (Hourly)

Patrol Officer I - High school/GED or equivalent diploma and one year of experience. Minimum 21 years of age. Valid driver's license required and insurable through University's auto insurance policy. USA Citizenship at time of appointment. Certified or eligible for certification under the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training Police Officer's Professional Standard (P.O.P.S.) program and a police academy recognized and approved by the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training. To be eligible for appointment candidates cannot have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor domestic violence crime as set forth in 18 U.S.C. & 992 (g) (8) and (9). The selection process includes successful completion of a written examination, oral interviews, drug screening test, physical examination and psychological evaluation and comprehensive background investigation. Grade 5 (Hourly)

Patrol Officer Recruit - High school/GED or equivalent diploma and one year of experience. Minimum 21 years of age. Valid driver's license required and insurable through University's auto insurance policy. USA Citizenship at time of appointment. Certified or eligible for certification under the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training Police Officer's Professional Standard (P.O.P.S.) program and a police academy recognized and approved by the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training. To be eligible for appointment candidates cannot have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor domestic violence crime as set forth in 18 U.S.C. & 992 (g) (8) and (9). The selection process includes successful completion of a written examination, oral interviews, drug screening test, physical examination and psychological evaluation and comprehensive background investigation. Grade 4 (Hourly) Position Description:

The University of Louisville Police Department seeks qualified candidates for three classifications: Patrol Officer Recruit, Patrol Officer I, and Patrol Officer II (Lateral).

These positions provide law enforcement and public safety services to the University community through patrol, enforcement of applicable laws and regulations, crime prevention, emergency response, criminal investigations, evidence collection, traffic control, community engagement, and related police activities.

Applicants will be considered for the appropriate classification based on their law enforcement training, sworn status, Kentucky Peace Officer Professional Standards (POPS) certification, and qualifying full-time sworn law enforcement experience.

Police Officer Recruit is an entry-level classification for candidates who have not completed a law enforcement basic training academy.

Police Officer I is intended for academy-certified, sworn officers with less than three years of full-time sworn law enforcement experience.

Police Officer II (Lateral) is intended for academy-certified officers with at least three years of full-time sworn law enforcement experience who meet Kentucky POPS certification requirements.

This evergreen posting allows candidates to apply through one recruitment process and be considered for the classification for which they qualify.

Candidates will be placed at the Patrol Officer Recruit, Patrol Officer I, or Patrol Officer II level based on the candidate’s qualifications. Applicants who are or have been employed as peace officers in Kentucky must disclose whether they are subject to an employment contract or statutory reimbursement obligation (for example, under KRS 70.290 or 16.050(9)) and identify the agency entitled to reimbursement (either the current agency or initial hiring agency). Any offer to such an applicant may be conditioned on either (a) a written release of that obligation, signed by an official with authority to bind the entitled agency, or (b) University approval to pay the reimbursement.

Position Classifications and Compensation

Police Officer Recruit

Hourly Rate: $22.60

• •The Police Officer Recruit classification is for candidates entering the law enforcement profession who have not completed a certified Law Enforcement Basic Training Academy and do not yet qualify for a sworn officer classification.
• •Recruits are required to successfully complete the required law enforcement basic training academy and satisfy applicable certification and departmental requirements before being sworn as police officers.
• •The Recruit hourly rate applies during required academy training.

Police Officer I

Hourly Rate: $25.58

• •The Police Officer I classification is for candidates who have graduated from a certified Law Enforcement Basic Training Academy, are sworn law enforcement officers, and have less than three years of full-time sworn law enforcement experience.
• •Candidates must meet applicable Kentucky POPS certification requirements.

Police Officer II (Lateral)

Hourly Rate: $30.29

The Police Officer II classification is for experienced law enforcement officers who have graduated from a certified Law Enforcement Basic Training Academy, have at least three years of full-time sworn law enforcement experience, and meet Kentucky POPS certification requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• •Patrol assigned campus areas to maintain public safety and identify suspicious or unsafe conditions.
• •Enforce applicable federal, state, and local laws, along with University policies, rules, and regulations within the officer's jurisdiction and authority.
• •Participate in community-oriented policing initiatives and interact professionally with students, faculty, staff, visitors, and surrounding communities.
• •Respond to emergency situations, including traffic accidents, fires, disturbances, robberies, and other incidents requiring police assistance.
• •Conduct criminal investigations and follow-up investigative activities as assigned.
• •Collect, preserve, analyze, and document evidence and information relevant to investigations.
• •Prepare accurate, complete, and timely incident reports, investigative reports, and other required documentation.
• •Direct and control vehicular traffic and pedestrian movement on campus.
• •Provide police services and security for athletic events, student activities, University functions, and other special details.
• •Conduct surveillance and other authorized law enforcement operations as assigned.
• •Participate in required departmental training and professional development.
• •Operate police vehicles and authorized equipment in accordance with departmental policies and applicable laws.
• •Exercise sound judgment, professionalism, discretion, and appropriate communication when interacting with the public.
• •Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief of Police or designee.

Candidates whose basic law enforcement training was completed outside Kentucky must satisfy the applicable Kentucky POPS certification r