Police Officer

Class Specifications – J.10
Police Officer – 5323

May, 1973

Series Concept

Police Officers protect university employees, students, and the general public; patrol and safeguard university property; maintain law and order; and perform other related duties as required.

Incumbents typically patrol campus buildings and grounds on foot or by vehicle; protect individuals and/or control crowds during assemblies or disturbances; guard property against fire, theft, vandalism and illegal entry; investigate and prepare written reports on accidents, property damage, fires, law violations, thefts and disturbances of the peace; gather evidence, make arrests and appear in court as required; may direct and control parking regulations and issue traffic citations; may administer first aid to injured persons; and may guard or transport cash funds.

Class Concepts

Police Officer

Under general supervision, incumbents perform operational level peace officer duties as outlined in the Series Concept.

Minimum Qualifications

Police Officer

Graduation from high school or successful completion of the General Education Diploma test; or two years of college, preferably with courses in Criminology or Police Science; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.