Police Officer Commissioned Public Safety

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The

University of Montana Police Department (UMPD)

invites applications for a

Police Officer Commissioned

to join their team. This position performs a variety of quality law enforcement duties, such as:

Patrolling campus and campus related facilities to enforce all University regulation, Federal and state laws

Investigate criminal activity and accidents

Responding to and investigating in resident halls or family housing disturbances.

Provide safety and security by unlocking doors, inspecting campus facilities for safety, health and fire hazards.

Provide crime prevention functions to the University community by providing money escorts, person escorts in the hours of darkness and giving crime prevention presentations.

Required Skills

Knowledge of basic law enforcement practices, State and Federal laws as well as University policies and procedures

Possess excellent interpersonal communication skills

Demonstrate good oral and written communication skills

Demonstrate problem solving and conflict resolution skills

Report writing skills and observation skills

Ability to remain calm and impartial during difficult situations

Knowledge of basic first aid

Ability to identify safety hazards, security violations and knowledge of campus facilities

Knowledge of fire and safety regulations and policies

Ability to operate specialized police patrol equipment and alarms

Basic knowledge of Uniform traffic code, Montana Laws

Infrequent lifting, running, strength required to effect arrest, ability to remain standing and walk for extended periods, ability to remain outdoors in all climate conditions

Upon extension of a conditional employment offer, the successful candidate must be able to pass a physical examination by a physician chosen by the University of Montana-Missoula

Minimum Required Experience

High school graduate (or equivalent certification); must be a citizen of the United States; and at least 18 years of age, as provided in Montana Code Annotated 7-32-303.

Must not have been convicted of a crime where incumbent could have been imprisoned in a federal or state penitentiary.

Must have current Montana P.O.S.T. certification or certification in another state and able to meet Legal Equivalency for Montana Peace Officer Basic.

Must have CPR and First Aid certified or the ability to become certified within 6 months.

A detailed background investigation, including fingerprinting, is required for employment.

All public safety officer positions have minimum requirements established by Montana law and the Montana Public Safety Officer Standards and Training (POST) Council.

Preferred Qualifications

Law Enforcement experience working with a diverse population on a institution of higher learning

Knowledge of the Jeanne Clery Act and requirements of the Clery Act in Campus Law Enforcement

Knowledge of Title IX requirements on universities and their connections with Campus Law Enforcement

CPR and First Aid certified or the ability to become certified.

About UMPD

and UM

The Mission of the University of Montana Police Department is to work in partnership with the campus community to provide the most professional and effective police services possible. All of this must be done in an environment, which is conducive to learning.

The University of Montana is flagship, research institution with approximately 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains and three rivers converge. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere. The University of Montana offers eligible employees a generous benefits package that positively separates UM from other local employers and offers many programs and policies to support work-life balance for its employees.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action

: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

To learn more about the University of Montana, please visit the links below.

University of Montana

Video: Mission First, People Always

UM on YouTube

Position Details

Position Title:

Police Officer Commissioned

Position Number:

082150

Department:

UMPD

Work Schedule:

Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Cycle between day or night 8-12 hours, 12 months/year

Salary:

$26.798/hr

Current employee’s rate of pay for this position will be determined by the staff compensation plan and will minimally be this posted salary. For questions and details regarding the staff compensation plan

, email the

Compensation Department

Union Affiliation:

FOCUS-MFPE

Probationary Period:

12 months minimum

Benefits Include

Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference

Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References:

References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing:

Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility:

All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

Company info

The University of Montana
Website : https://www.umt.edu