Performs a variety of routine, and complex police/public safety work consisting of: preventative patrol, community policing activities, criminal investigations, vehicle crash investigations, enforcement of Federal and State Statutes, enforcement of Valparaiso University Rules & Regulations, traffic control activities, safety checks, event and site security, responding to medical and fire calls, providing emergency response to community member requests, as well as performing all other police/public safety functions within the Valparaiso University Campus. Must support the mission of Valparaiso University and the Valparaiso University Police Department to ensure the safety, security, well-being, and retention of the university's students, faculty, staff, guests, and property.
Major responsibilities include patrolling the Valparaiso University Campus, and nearby city streets, on foot, bicycle, ATV, or in a police vehicle to preserve law and order, to prevent and/or discover the commission of a crime, to lend assistance to citizens in need, to note and report situations which endanger the health, safety and convenience of the campus community. Answering calls for service and impartially investigating complaints. Investigating crimes, campus rules and regulations violations, legally arresting persons, or issuing state and campus citations. Participating in prosecutions or campus judicial processes, and working with the campus community in an effort to reduce crime in the community. Providing campus policing services to the campus community, as needed. Performing security protection and traffic control for various events/activities on and near campus. Completing all required reports accurately and promptly.
Required knowledge and skills include holding an Indiana Law Enforcement Academy certification or equivalent law enforcement academy/experience. At least two years of law enforcement experience.
Other qualifications include the ability to adapt to changes and perform duties under life-threatening or high-stress environments. Minimum of a high school education. Maintaining a current driver's license. Logical and/or critical thinking to solve problems and interpret instructions. Ability to communicate effectively, in English, both verbally and/or in writing, with the police department, campus community, and the general public. Operation of tools and equipment. Ability to learn the applicable laws, ordinances, campus policies, rules and regulations, and department procedures (SOPs), ability to perform work requiring good physical condition, ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with subordinates, peers and supervisors; ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions; ability to follow verbal and written instructions; ability to learn the campus and nearby geography.
All offers of employment with Valparaiso University are contingent upon the clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks may include criminal history, motor vehicle reports, prior employment verification, and personal/professional references. If applicable to the position, they will also include credit history. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates for employment.
To be considered for this position, you must upload: cover letter, resume, list of 3 professional references, and answer all application questions.
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