Washburn University is accepting applications for University Police Officers. Assigned shift hours and supervisor change frequently. All officers are required to be available to work any shift and any day as assigned to provide 24-hour, 365 days per year campus coverage.

The screening committee will review all applications submitted by December 2, 2022

At Washburn University, our Police Officers exist to help students, faculty and staff become their best selves. We hold each other to high standards but we are also concerned about every member of our community. The Washburn University Police Department is committed to providing a safe campus and learning environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors. We will respond to all law enforcement and safety needs to allow Washburn University to fulfill its education mission. We understand the diversity of the community we serve and will provide excellent service and respect for diversity and cultural differences. We will work with the community and other law enforcement agencies in a cooperative effort to prevent crime and provide the highest quality service through education, enforcement and community service at Washburn University.

In short, this is a great place to work and grow. A caring department, supportive leadership, and excellent benefits, such as

• After completing one year of service in a benefits-eligible position, the University will contribute an amount equal to 10% of base pay into an employee’s defined contribution plan with TIAA.
• After one year of continuous employment, eligible employees may officially enroll in University courses for credit or audit without having to pay applicable tuition and fees. Law School Courses excluded.
• Single health insurance paid for by the University.

It is essential for the Police Officer or Police Officer Trainee to maintain high visibility on campus as a deterrent to crime. The employee is required to carry a firearm when on duty. The use of computers and various software may be necessary to complete many of the following essential functions.

Essential Functions

1. Patrol the University campus on foot, on a bicycle, or in a patrol car watching for activities that violate city ordinance, state statute, federal law, or University policies. Intervene in illegal activity and restore order, investigate causative factors, and determine and initiate the best course of action to resolve the problem(s). Make arrests when and where necessary.

Patrol campus streets, parking lots, and driveways to ensure the proper flow of traffic and control parking on campus. Take appropriate enforcement action when illegally parked vehicles are located.

Check the security of all buildings on campus to ensure they are locked or unlocked as scheduled for each building and to ensure that buildings and contents are secure and all security measures are intact.

2. Following the established format for daily log reports, produce written reports detailing daily activities. Produce detailed offense reports of any crime reported on campus, supplemental investigative reports to record any information gathered as the result of an investigation, arrest reports for prosecution, and affidavits for charges as required by the state and District Attorney. Produce accident reports detailing accident investigations as required by the Kansas Department of Transportation. Produce information reports for any other activities on campus.

3. Establish professional contact with the University community: Provide directions to buildings, events, and classes. Unlock vehicles for vehicle owners who have locked their keys inside. Escort students who have concerns for their safety to campus locations. Jumpstart vehicles that will not start. Unlock buildings and classroom doors for students and faculty who are authorized to be inside. Present safety talks to groups and organizations as requested.

4. Attend in-service training to update knowledge and skill in police procedure, firearms proficiency, first aid, CPR, AED, and legal issues, and remain in compliance with the Kansas Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training requirement for no less than 40 hours of in-service training each year.

5. Attend briefings with the supervisor(s) to receive instructions, daily briefing information, legal updates, schedule changes, performance evaluations, and general work-related information.

Perform additional job-related duties as assigned or as appropriate.

Education and Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED Certificate, or equivalent. Preferred: Completion of college coursework in the criminal justice field. Independent leadership experience.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Ability to work any shift/hours as assigned and to respond to emergency call-back in a reasonable amount of time. Proficiency using desktop, windows-based computer operating systems and proven ability to learn and adapt to the use of new computer software.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of firearms.
• Must be able to successfully pass a written examination, physical agility test, polygraph examination, psychological examination, drug testing examination and verbal interview.

Licenses, Certifications & Registrations

• Valid class C Driver’s License with acceptable driving record under University standards.
• Certification from the Kansas Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training as mandated by state law at or as soon as CPOST training allows. If an applicant does not have the Kansas CPOST as mandated by state law, the applicant can apply to be a University Police Officer Trainee. This is formal and on-the-job training.

Additional Requirements

• No arrests for domestic violence, stalking, dating violence, or any classification of these crimes.
• No convictions for any felony crime.
• This is a “designated safety-sensitive position” and will be required to undergo drug testing.

Per Kansas Statue 74-5605, Each applicant for certification shall meet the following minimum requirements: (1) Be a United States citizen; (2) have been fingerprinted and a search of local, state, and national fingerprint files made to determine whether the applicant has a criminal record; (3) not have been convicted of a crime that would constitute a felony under the laws of this state, a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a misdemeanor offense that the commission determines reflects on the honesty, trustworthiness, integrity, or competence of the applicant as defined by rules and regulations of the commission; (4) have: (A) graduated from a high school accredited by the Kansas state board of education or the appropriate accrediting agency of another state jurisdiction; (B) obtained a high school education from a nonaccredited private secondary school as defined in K.S.A. 72-4345, and amendments thereto; or (C) obtained the equivalent of a high school education as defined by rules and regulations of the commission; (5) be of good moral character sufficient to warrant the public trust in the applicant as a police officer or law enforcement officer; (6) have completed an assessment, including psychological testing approved by the commission, to determine that the applicant does not have a mental or personality disorder that would adversely affect the ability to perform the essential functions of a police officer or law enforcement officer with reasonable skill, safety, and judgment; (7) be free of any physical or mental condition which adversely affects the ability to perform the essential functions of a police officer or law enforcement officer with reasonable skill, safety, and judgment; and (8) be at least 21 years of age.

Background Check, Driving History and Drug Screen Required

Preferred Qualifications:
Completion of college coursework in the criminal justice field.
Independent leadership experience.

Washburn is an EOE and is dedicated to providing a student-centered and teaching-focused academic and work environment. We seek candidates who are committed to Washburn’s efforts to create a campus climate that fosters the growth and development of a diverse student body, and we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented and/or marginalized in higher education.

Washburn University provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or marital or parental status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.25 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

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