JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB ID: 20797 The University Police Department in the Division of Finance and Administrative Affairs at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks two Police Officers (Police Officer I, CP039). JOB DUTIES: This position is responsible for the provision of law enforcement functions, technical aspects of law enforcement, coordination of specialty functions and security services for the department and campus. This position reports to and works under the general supervision of a Lieutenant. Depending upon circumstances, situations and operations, this position may also report to the Chief/Director and his or her designee. RESPONSIBILITIES: A. Performance of law enforcement functions Detection of violations of State laws and WI Administrative Code which occur within the legal jurisdiction of the department. Take appropriate corrective action including warning, citing or arresting suspected violators (criminal, traffic or alcohol related offenses). Conduct investigations of alleged or suspected criminal activity to arrest the perpetrator of the crime or to deter occurrences of any future criminal activity. B. Performance of security and various other services to the University community Develop and give presentations concerning law enforcement or crime awareness/prevention topics to various groups as assigned. Provide money escorts to local banks. Provide crowd control and traffic direction. C. Performance of technical aspects of law enforcement Maintain proficiency and meet department standards in areas of CPR/Basic Life Support, firearms, defensive tactics, physical fitness and emergency vehicle operation. Attend classes and in-service training to maintain and enhance current law enforcement knowledge and skills. Attend specialized classes to obtain skills and training. D. Performance or coordination of specialty functions for the department Satisfactorily perform specialty functions, which are assigned, to support department operations and mission. Some of these functions may include areas such as Education/Crime Prevention Officer, Court Officer, Firearms Instructor, DAAT Instructor, Bicycle Patrol Officer, Evidence Custodian, Crime Scene Technician, Shift or Event Officer-in-Charge, Hazardous Materials, National Incident Management System or any other comparable area of specialization or coordination as needed by the department. Applications received by June 9, 2024 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1024 or hrstudent@uww.edu. For questions regarding this position, please contact: SueAnn Farnsworth Administrative Specialist 262-472-3180 or farnswos@uww.edu Additional details and to apply, visit the following website and search for Job ID 20797: www.careers.wisconsin.edu ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Requirements: 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 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 ffect performance\" as a law enforcement officer Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 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 ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.careers.wisconsin.edu