Police Officer
Position Is Open Until Filled

• Patrol university buildings and grounds, residence halls and adjacent property via squad car and on foot
• Enforce state statutes, administrative code, campus and residence hall policies
• Provide emergency first aid
• Investigate complaints and interview witnesses
   

Job Description: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/title-and-total-compensation-study/standard-job- description-library/?jobID=30741 

• U.S. Citizen
• 21 years of age
• Successfully completed a minimum of 60 college credits
• Possess a valid driver license and good driving record
• Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB) certification is a requirement to be employed in the position. Strong candidates who are not yet certified may be chosen and sponsored by the department at a state approved LESB training academy

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a higher education environment and experience working with diverse multicultural populations.

Physical Demands of the Job:

• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Functional cervical (neck) and trunk rotation to perform duties such as driving, observing surroundings, and engaging in physical activity.
• Ability to crouch, kneel, and crawl to perform tasks in confined spaces or during tactical operations.
• Capability to run, sprint, and perform sustained physical exertion during emergency response or pursuit situations.
• Proficiency in maintaining balance and agility during high-pressure scenarios or uneven terrain.
• Ability to climb over obstacles, including fences and walls, and ascend or descend stairs and ladders.
• Manual dexterity to operate tools, and other police equipment.
• Sufficient visual acuity to identify individuals, objects, and threats in various lighting conditions.
• Adequate hearing to detect alarms, radio communications, and sounds indicating potential threats.
• Ability to perform extended periods of standing, walking, or sitting, including long shifts in patrol vehicles.

Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University of Wisconsin System provides a liberal benefits package, including participation in a state pension plan. 

Benefit Details: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/

Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/benefits-estimator/  

HOW TO APPLY:
Applications must be submitted electronically through our employment portal. If you need additional assistance you may contact Human Resources at (262) 595-2204. Hours 8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday.

STEP 1: Please select the applicable link below:

External Applicants: (NOT currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)

Internal Applicants: (Currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)

STEP 2: Submit application materials

Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. All materials must be added at one time, once submitted you may not edit/add to profile. Please include the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Transcripts 

Review of Applications

Applications received by 1/19/2025 are ensured full consideration. Position open until filled.

You must select "SUBMIT". Selecting "Save" will not forward your application materials to the search committee. 

Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials.

In instances where the Review Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidates application materials whether she/he meets all of the required qualifications, or if all of the application materials are not submitted, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications and may be excluded from further consideration.

Employment will require a criminal background check in accordance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. (see TC1 - App. 4 and p. 12)

Note: Criminal Background Check – The Department of Workforce Development, Equal Rights Division prohibits employers from using criminal background check information, policies or practices that have a “disparate impact” and is not “job-related and consistent with business necessity” in hiring decisions. All information used to screen or hire job applications should relate to the duties of the job.

UW-Parkside is an AA/EEO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status. Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

It is the policy of UW-Parkside to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 262-595-2204. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual’s disability.

In compliance with the Clery Act of 1998, the University of Wisconsin Parkside Crime Statistics Report is available here. Call the UW-Parkside Campus Police Office at (262) 595-2455 for a paper copy of the annual report.

Transcripts will be required upon hire.