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Security Officer I

UW - Madison Police Dept

Agency City
Madison
,
Agency State
Wisconsin

Reason for Announcement:

Applications are now being accepted to
Fill vacancy
Type of Opening
Full-Time

Responsibilities:

Position Responsibilities

The UW-Madison Police Department is hiring Security Officers. UWPD Security Officers complete security and safety checks on institutional property by vehicle patrol, foot patrol, and bicycle patrol or at a fixed location. This position responds to emergency situations, assists with safety and security investigations, and accurately documents activities according to established policies, procedures, and applicable laws. Additional responsibilities include: assisting with routine unit administrative operational activities; Engaging in problem solving and community engagement with security issues; Providing assistance with shift operations, administrative functions, special events, specialized assignments and projects. Because of the nature of their roles, Security officers are expected to excel at working independently and within a team.

Salary:

Salary Minimum
$23.00
per
Salary Type
Hour
Dependent on Qualifications
Dependent On Qualifications

Benefits:

Benefits
  • Clothing Allowance
  • Deferred Compensation
  • Dental
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation
  • Wisconsin Retirement Fund
Other Benefits
  • 6 weeks Paid Parental Leave
  • On duty paid workouts
  • Department provided physical therapy
  • Fitness room
  • Financial wellness workshops
  • Group fitness activities
Number of Paid Holidays
9

Qualifications:

Qualifications
  • Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously
  • Ability to perform essential functions of this position
  • Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Clear and concise speech
  • Driver's license
  • Good driving record
  • Good physical condition
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • No domestic abuse convictions
  • No felony convictions
  • React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
  • Minimum Age:
    Minimum Age
    18
Other Qualifications
  • See job posting

Education Requirements:

Education Requirements
High school diploma

Notes:

Notes
  • Background Check
  • Drug Screening
  • Medical Examination
  • Oral Interviews
  • Psychological Examination
  • Written Exam
Affirmative Action (AA)
Affirmative Action (AA)
American Disability Act (ADA)
American Disability Act (ADA)
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

How to Apply:

Contact Information:

Application Contact Name
Scout Umnus
Application Contact Title
HR Business Partner
Application Contact Agency
UW-Madison Police Department
Application Contact Address

1429 Monroe Street
Madison, WI 53711
United States

Phone
Application Contact Phone
(608) 608-1038
Website
Application Contact Website

Apply By:

Application Deadline

Submit:

Application Requirements
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