Police Officer

Police Officers must be capable of providing a full range of law enforcement services. They enforce laws, investigate complaints, investigate incidents that may have an impact on the University, maintain order, assist people, identify criminal activity, apprehend, and arrest offenders, identify the source of problems in the community, and work with the community to resolve issues. All Police Officers are expected to have the ability to conduct complex investigations, collect physical evidence, and assist less senior officers in similar circumstances. Police Officers must be capable of preparing complete written reports of all investigations and testifying regarding those reports when necessary. Police Officers must maintain a high level of proficiency and good judgment in the use of police equipment including the handling and use of firearms consistent with the laws of the State of Wisconsin and Department Written Directives. Police Officers should be capable of working in cooperation with officers from other agencies and effectively partner with persons from other University departments, and mental health and social services agencies. Police Officers may be required to participate in crowd control and dignitary protection details.

Experienced Police Officers may be selected to serve as Police Training Officers, Evidence Technicians, or Community Officers, in which cases additional training is normally provided. Experienced Police Officers may also be assigned to specialty units such as Court Services, Crime Prevention, Personnel and Training, Emergency Management, Infrastructure Security, or the Detective Bureau. UW Platteville Police Department employees are expected to take an active role in creating and maintaining a positive, welcoming, and inclusive work environment. Employees will assist or participate on an as-needed basis with the Department's recruiting, hiring, and diversity efforts and the onboarding of new employees in the work unit. Department employees are expected to work in partnership with the campus and area communities to provide leadership in solving community problems, preventing crime, and providing a safe environment to fulfill the mission of the University. Finally, Department employees may be assigned various other assignments and tasks at the request of the Chief or his/her designee.