Police Officer

The Police Officer serves as a law enforcement officer at the University of Wisconsin Parkside and functions with full arrest powers under the general supervision of a Police Sergeant. The principal duties of a Police officer is to provide for the personal safety of all persons on campus and ensure a peaceful environment in which the academic pursuits of the University can be realized, prevent and detect criminal activity and to apprehend those involved in such activity. Many additional services are provided to students, faculty, staff and the community. This is a night shift, full-time, non-exempt university staff position with expected continuous employment. A one-year probationary period will be required. Key Job Responsibilities: -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 The UW-Parkside Police Department provides 24/7 police and dispatch service to approximately 5000 students and staff on a 700 acre campus. The department employs a community policing approach and focuses on student success and safety.