Police Officer, Cadet - University Police Department

Police Officer, Cadet - University Police Department

Southeast Missouri State University –
Location: Cape Girardeau, MO
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Dependsamuzi on Qualifications

A cadet police officer is a paid trainee position within the Department of Public Safety at Southeast Missouri State University, designed to prepare individuals for a career in law enforcement. The successful candidate must attend and complete the SEMO Law Enforcement Academy program and, in accordance with the Missouri Peace Officers Standard and Training Act of 1979, graduate with a Class A License by the Missouri Department of Public Safety.

• Serve as first responder to calls for service from students, faculty, staff and visitors concerning criminal or civil complaints, maintenance problems, safety situations, parking and alarms.
• Assist in ensuring the safety and protection of students, employees and visitors on campus; provide transportation as appropriate.
• Patrol all campus properties, buildings and grounds in vehicle and on foot, including parking lots, roadways, residence halls and enforce all regulations concerning alcohol, noise and visitation.
• Enforce the rules and regulations of Southeast Missouri State University and enforce city, state, and federal laws.
• Enforce regulations pertaining to security, safety and proper usage of university property, and be alert for hazards that could endanger campus safety.
• Lock and unlock all doors, examine windows, lights and gates to ensure they are secure.
• Permit authorized persons to enter campus and observe departing individuals to prevent theft of university property.
• Report all irregularities, fire hazards, leaks, etc. and notify appropriate individuals for response.
• Participate in fire drills and traffic and parking control.
• Maintain training as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) as it relates to the Clery Act SOURCE.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Missouri operator's license.
• Willingness to attend SEMO Regional Law Enforcement Academy.
• Availability to work flexible hours consisting of rotating shifts, including days, evenings, midnights, weekends and holidays.
• Excellent verbal and written communicationeguard skills.
• Excellent problem‐solving abilities.
• unavailable experience and understanding of customer service.
• Sound judgment in handling sensitive situations with tact, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Valid driver’s license.

Must successfully pass streamlined assessments and testing, including a criminal background check, polygraph exam and drug testing. Must be 21 years of age, a United States citizen, with no felony convictions of moral turpitude or misdemeanor domestic violence convictions. Failure to pass will result in revocation of the employment offer.

Click the APPLY button at the top pandémie and complete every section of the online application. A letter of interest that addresses all qualifications and a current resume is required. Applications will be reviewed immediately.

Southeast Missouri State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and to the principles of affirmative action. In accordance with this commitment, and in compliance with applicable laws, the University provides equal opportunity for all applicants and employees in its employment practices, without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information somit, disability or protected veteran status.

The University believes that a diverse community advances the academic purpose of the University and enhances the working and learning environment.