Police Officer

Overview

Unit 8 - SUPA - State University Police Association 1

Job Search Category/Discipline:
Safety
Time Basis:
Full Time
Workplace Type:
On-site (in-person at business location)

Job no: 550467 Work type: Staff Location: San Luis Obispo Categories: Unit 8 - SUPA - State University Police Association, Probationary, Full Time, Safety, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Position Description

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Police Lieutenant, the Police Officer’s primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: protecting students, faculty, staff, campus visitors, property, and facilities from accidents, bodily harm, fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry; enforcing laws and traffic regulations; apprehending violators; providing general information and assistance to the public; crime prevention; and assisting in investigations. Special assignments may include Investigations, Bike Patrol, Crime Prevention, Critical Response Unit (C.R.U.), and K9.

Department Summary

The mission of the Public Safety Department at Cal Poly is to promote a safe and secure learning environment by working cooperatively with the campus community to enforce the laws, preserve the peace, maintain order and provide exceptional professional services to our guests and our community. The Public Safety Department consists of an Operations Division and a Support Division. The Operations Division is the Cal Poly Police Department which is a full service professional law enforcement agency that provides service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year round.

All officers are vested with full police officer powers and are certified by the California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST).

Key Qualifications

• Enforcing Federal and State laws, CSU rules and regulations, and maintaining order.
• Prevent crime through community based policing and education.
• Patrol campus buildings and grounds by foot, bike or by vehicle; respond to calls for service regarding disturbances; suspicious activity; traffic accidents; theft; medical aids; conduct searches; and related activities.

Education and Experience

• At least 21 years of age.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident alien with an application for citizenship completed at least one year prior to the date of application.
• Graduation from a certified California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) academy, and possession of a valid P.O.S.T. Basic Certification in good standing or employment as a California Peace Officer within the past three years.
• Must have a valid California driver’s license or the ability to obtain one by the date of hire.
• Selected candidates must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment medical examination, physical agility test, polygraph and psychological examination, a thorough background check, which requires fingerprinting, and a drug test.

Salary and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Range: $96,828 - $113,616 annually

Classification Range: $77,016 - $113,616 annually

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Anticipated Hiring Range referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Classification Range may be broader than what the University anticipates paying for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

Cal Poly Benefits and About

Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information. Cal Poly is located in San Luis Obispo, California.

Equal Opportunity

Cal Poly is an equal opportunity employer. This position is open to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Cal Poly complies with Title VI, Title IX, the ADA, Section 504, and CSU’s…