Patrol Officer

Montana State University Billings is a preferred employer in the region—
WE WANT YOU! The following are reasons why you should join our team:

• Sick Leave – Earned per Contract Rate
• Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver
• Opportunities to engage in professional development
• Committed to employee wellness and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program
• Medical Benefits that are robust and affordable
• Visit MUS Benefits to learn more about our benefit package, including Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Life Insurance and Long‑Term Disability are incorporated into our benefits
• Learn more about our retirement benefits at MUS Retirement
• Campus vibrancy – coffee shops, FREE attendance to MSUB concerts, athletic events, and lectures, access to recreation center, library, etc.
• Beautiful campus environment that features our MSUB Mile walking path

The mission of the MSU Billings Police Department is to support MSU Billings by partnering with the university community and external stakeholders to cultivate a safe and secure academic environment that enriches the quality of life of all MSU Billings students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

The University Police Department is a State of Montana accredited law enforcement agency. In addition, the University Police Department serves as the fire and public safety office for the university.

Patrol Officers serve as members of the department’s patrol operations team. They follow directives put forth by department leadership and university management, taking personal ownership for the success of the department and university. Patrol Officers ensure the goals of the department are achieved. This is accomplished through performing a broad range of law enforcement, security, and safety duties and assignments on university property and the surrounding areas.

• Conduct criminal and non‑criminal investigations.
• Conduct traffic accident investigations.
• Conduct traffic enforcement.
• Conduct DUI detection and enforcement (investigations).
• Interview victims, suspects, and witnesses.
• Apprehend suspects, offenders, and individuals with warrants.
• Issue citations, Notice to Appear, and No Trespass Notices to suspects and violators.
• Preserve crime scenes, collect photographic documentation, and preserve evidence.
• Enforce University policies and procedures.
• Deliver crime prevention and personal safety education presentations.
• Mediate disputes.
• Maintain public order, protect lives and property.
• Respond to criminal behavior and calls in a timely, efficient, and professional manner.
• Enforce Federal, State, and Local laws along with university policies.
• Provide for the safe and convenient flow of pedestrians and motor vehicle traffic in and around our university community.
• Prepare written reports and other documentation as required.
• Present evidence and provide oral testimony in legal proceedings.
• Enforce university parking rules/regulations and issue parking warnings and citations in accordance with policy.
• Provide law enforcement assistance to other agencies.
• Coordinate with Billings Police, Billings Fire, and AMR during emergencies.
• Assist with maintenance and upkeep of UPD equipment.
• Perform other law enforcement duties as assigned.

• Respond to medical, fire, and other emergency situations (e.g., alarms, bomb threats, disturbances).
• Respond to pedestrian and traffic accidents.
• Respond to resistance and aggression appropriately while making arrests.
• Perform other emergency response activities as needed and assigned.

• Conduct routine motor vehicle, bicycle, and foot patrols.
• Assist with security at various university functions (e.g., sporting events, concerts).
• Conduct building security checks.
• Conduct building boiler checks.
• Provide escorts (e.g., money escorts, persons).
• Observe and report building deficiencies to Facilities Services via FAMIS reporting system.
• Assist Facilities Services with fire code inspections and fire drills.
• Maintain and inspect monthly and annual fire extinguishers and Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs).
• Lock and unlock buildings.
• Train with Residence Halls Directors, Resident Assistants, and Housing & Residence Life Staff.
• Perform other campus safety/security duties as assigned.

• Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely under various conditions and circumstances.
• Ability to evaluate situations and use good judgment.
• Ability to use discretion commensurate with lawful authority (search and seizure).
• Ability to interact professionally with a diverse campus community.
• Conduct oneself both on and off duty with the highest degree of integrity and honesty.
• Excellent decision‑making skills in high‑stress and urgent situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of State of Montana criminal law, traffic law, and Rules of Criminal Procedure through Montana Code Annotated.
• Knowledge of municipal codes and university policies/procedures.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws.
• Knowledge of University Police Department…