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NKU Graduate Education

Police Officer

NKU Graduate Education, Newport, Kentucky, us, 41072

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Working Title: Police Officer Department: University Police Field: Operations Compensation Title: Position Number: Pool recruitment Position Status: Regular Work Schedule: The selected candidate will be required to work 12-hour rotating shifts. Night, weekend, and holiday work is required. Hours per Week: 40 Months per Year: 12 Purpose of Position

The university police officer is a member of the University Police Department, which serves and protects the campus community. The officer is responsible for maintaining a positive relationship with the university community; maintaining a secure environment; mitigating safety hazards; being observant and responding to actual and suspected criminal activity on campus; controlling and regulating traffic; and investigating security, safety, crime, and traffic incidents. The university police officer is dedicated to educating, mentoring, and contributing to the success of the university community. Primary Responsibilities

The incumbent is a sworn peace officer with primary responsibility for protecting life and property at Northern Kentucky University. Responsibilities include: Communicating with supervisors, peers, and all stakeholders in a courteous, culturally-adroit manner that models the University Police core values, while providing an outstanding customer service experience. Patrolling assigned areas on foot, bicycle, or motor vehicle. Promptly, clearly, and concisely completing a variety of written incident, offense, and ancillary reports in a grammatically correct manner and in accordance with established best practices. Responding to emergency alarms and dispatched calls for service. Observing and responding to actual and suspected criminal activity. Deterring crime and arresting violators as prescribed by Kentucky Revised Statutes. Qualifications

Successful candidates will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and positive work and/or life experiences interacting with diverse backgrounds. Officers must be willing to listen, learn, and support the mission and values of Northern Kentucky University. Additional Kentucky Law Enforcement Council Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; 21 years of age at the time of appointment; Valid driver’s license; Pass a thorough background check; Demonstrate competent solo patrol and investigative abilities as per the Field Training Observation & Evaluation program. For more information, visit our

recruiting website . All candidates will undergo a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by law. Minimum Education

High School Diploma (required), Bachelor's Degree (preferred). Minimum Experience

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Dependent on qualifications and experience; up to $30.99/hour + KLEFPF incentive for lateral candidates. Participates in state hazardous duty retirement system. Pay Grade: S67. Posting Detail

Requisition Number: 2023S1873 Job Open Date: 01/23/2024 Job Close Date: Quick Link:

https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/13120 Additional Information

This is an entry-level, full-time position in the 'Other, Information Technology, and Management' job function within Higher Education. The position is located in Covington, KY, with a salary range of $58,787.42 - $80,035.52. Note: The job is active and accepting applications. The posting includes other similar roles and community insights.

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