Police Officer - Public Safety and Transit

Position Summary

Police Officer – University Police

Department of Public Safety and Transit

Full Time

Primary Responsibilities

Protects and serves the students, visitors, faculty, and staff of the Southeast Missouri State University campus

Patrols and protects the properties, buildings and grounds of campus

Investigates crimes for presentation to municipal and county attorneys for criminal prosecutions

Responds to requests for service and campus emergencies

Enforces student Code of Conduct and makes referrals to the Office of Student Conduct

Conducts patrols and makes routine security checks of campus buildings

Performs protective duties to provide police services in assigned areas of campus

Provides safety and crime prevention education for the campus community

Maintains a valid driver license

Maintains Post certification

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; college coursework or degree a plus

Must be Missouri POST certified or have completed an approved academy training program and become Missouri POST certified by first day of employment

Must possess a valid Missouri driver license

Must be available to work any hours, rotating shifts, days, nights, weekends and holidays; subject to call in as needed

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent problem-solving abilities and organizational skills

Demonstrated experience and understanding of customer service and community policing philosophy

Demonstrated sound judgement in handling sensitive situations with tact, discretion and confidentiality

Required Background Check: Must successfully pass all Assessments, Pre-Employment Testing, and Post-Offer Testing which at a minimum will include a criminal background check, polygraph exam and drug testing. Must be 21 years of age, a United States citizen, with no felony convictions of moral turpitude, or misdemeanor domestic violence convictions. Failure to pass will result in the employment offer being revoked.

Required Information & Deadline

To Apply: Click on the APPLY button at the top of the page and complete every section of the online application. A letter of interest addressing all position qualifications and a current resume is required. The review of applications will begin immediately.

Additional Information

About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO): Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.

SEMO Fact Book: Institutional Research Factbook SEMO

SEMO Strategic Action Plan: Strategic Action Plan (semo.edu)