Patrol Officer, Master
Indiana University

Department

IU POLICE DEPARTMENT (UA-PD-IUEAA)

Department Information

Indiana University Public Safety pursues IU's commitment to providing the greatest degree of safety for all members of the IU community, consistent with the university's mission and environment, applicable legal and professional standards, and available resources. IU Public Safety directly oversees the IU Police Department, University Environmental Health and Safety, and Emergency Management and Continuity with a team of approximately 300 dedicated staff on a 24/7/365 operational basis across all campuses.

Job Summary

• Protects citizens' rights, property and persons; identifies and prevents criminal and delinquent behavior; maintains order and facilitates the safe, expeditious movement of pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
• Assists citizens, resolves conflict, maintains order, and deters crime; provides information to students, faculty, and staff regarding state, local, and federal law, as well as university policy and procedures.
• Investigates complaints and accidents, documents information, maintains records, collects evidence, questions individuals, drafts and enters reports in the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) and Records Management System (RMS); enters information/reports/accidents/citations into all software systems and databases as required.
• Issues citations and/or arrests law violators; prepares and serves civil processes; responds quickly to medical assistance calls, accidents, fires, disturbances, and breaches of law; administers aid as a first responder.
• Provides security for buildings and university property; provides security and law enforcement presence for special events (commencement, athletic events, visiting dignitaries, cultural events, etc.).
• May provide guidance and support to less experienced patrol officers.
• Performs additional public safety/service duties as needed.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/ WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• Bachelor's degree and at least 10 years of law enforcement experience OR
• Associate's degree and at least 13 years of law enforcement experience OR
• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED) and at least 15 years of law enforcement experience, including maintaining at least 1 specialty (FTO, Instructor, Leadership Academy, Detective)

Preferred

• University law enforcement experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

• Possesses a valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University Upon Date of Hire
• ILEA Indiana Law Enforcement Academy Certified Upon Date of Hire
• Current and continued certification in university required courses such as CPR, AED, Blood borne pathogens, IDACS, etc Upon Date of Hire
• Complete and maintains all required annual law enforcement training and certifications as prescribed by IUPD, Indiana State law, and the Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board (ILETB) Upon Date of Hire
• Current firearms qualification Upon Date of Hire

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient communication skills
• Possesses a high degree of initiative
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Effective conflict management skills
• Demonstrates ability to maintain confidential information
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Maintains composure under pressure
• Assumes personal responsibility for actions
• Proactively approaches responsibilities
• Meets or exceeds acceptable performance standards
• Ability to utilize technology including computers and word processing/email/database software systems
• Demonstrated ability to perform specialized duties where specialized training has been provided and completed
• Ability to operate motor vehicle with due regard for existing conditions and potentially dangerous situations
• Skilled in the use and care of firearms and all other associated law enforcement equipment

Working Conditions / Demands

The role frequently requires the ability to remain in a stationary position and communicate effectively. The role frequently requires the ability to move about the working environment; handle or operate objects, controls, or tools listed above; ascend/descend ladders or stairs; position self to move at lower levels; and discern scents. The role requires the ability to lift and/or move more than 165 pounds. The role requires the ability to detect items in close proximity as well as far away; discern between colors; detect objects in peripheral space of self; discern items in detail; and detect how far away an object is. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Richmond, Indiana

Advertised Salary

Patrol Officer Master (Mastery) will have an annualized salary of $85,000

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Mastery

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Legal, Safety, & Protection

Job Family: Public Safety

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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

Campus Safety and Security

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.

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