Police Officer - University Police Department

* Must be able to complete a WI Department of Justice "Law Enforcement Recruit" training course and become certified as a Law Enforcement Officer in Wisconsin; OR already be certified by the WI Law Enforcement Standards Board as a Law Enforcement Officer
* Candidates cannot have any unpardoned felony convictions or convictions for situations involving domestic violence
* A post-secondary degree OR a minimum of 60 credits of post-secondary education from an accredited school OR the ability to obtain a College Credit Waiver through the Wisconsin Department of Justice Law Enforcement Standards Board
* Must possess a valid WI Driver's License with a good record, which includes non-convictions for which the license was suspended/revoked
* Must be at least 18 years of age, of good character and be "free from any physical, emotional or mental condition which might adversely affect performance" as a law enforcement officer
* Extensive knowledge of statutory provisions relating to the making of arrests and handling prisoners
* Considerable knowledge of state and local laws pertaining to enforcement activities
* Considerable knowledge of modern crime prevention and detection techniques
* Considerable knowledge of investigative techniques
* Considerable knowledge of emergency medical assistance principles and techniques
* Considerable knowledge of crowd control tactics
* Skill in assessing situations and incidents and choosing the most appropriate course of action
* Skill in oral and written communication
* Skill in handling firearms
* Skill in driving motor vehicle
* Skill in effecting arrests
* Skill in conducting investigations
* Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
* Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills
* Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds

More than 1,300 faculty and staff members call the Whitewater and Rock County campuses home. We proudly provide a world-class educational environment to almost 12,000 undergraduate and graduate students. In short, our mission is to transform lives.

From professors and financial specialists to groundskeepers, custodians, electricians and police officers, we work together to support our Warhawks — and one another. We hope you’ll join us!
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