Seasonal Police Officer Job at GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY in Phoenix

Primary Responsibilities /Accountabilities/ Essential Functions

1. Patrol assigned areas of Grand Canyon University owned properties, by automobile, foot, or bicycle, for the prevention of crime and enforcement of all applicable criminal, traffic, and liquor laws and City Ordinances.
2. Respond to calls for service involving crimes such as thefts, robberies, assaults, homicides, and narcotics violations.
3. Respond to all calls for service including those that do not involve crimes but are civil or societal issues requested police presence.
4. Secure the scene of a crime; makes arrests; books suspects.
5. Respond to hazardous materials incidents and traffic accidents; investigates traffic accidents; detects impaired drivers; administers first aid; directs traffic and requests medical assistance.
6. Prepare reports to accurately document information.
7. Demonstrates a high degree of ethical behavior and adheres to the standards and regulations of the University and legal environment.
8. Participate in problem oriented policing efforts by identifying problem areas, recommending, and implementing solutions, and monitoring the results.
9. Handle hostage negotiations; performs suicide prevention interventions; transports mentally ill patients.
10. Perform a variety of general and specialized criminal investigations involving property and persons crimes; gathers evidence; preserves crime scene; prepares cases for prosecution.
11. Provide training on gang-related issues, firearms, defensive driving, defensive tactics and other related police topics.
12. Write and execute search warrants.
13. Serve court orders (e.g., subpoenas), arrest warrants, and mental health orders.
14. Appear in court as a State witness and delivers testimony.
15. Provide police services at various special events on Grand Canyon University owned properties.
16. Present public relations programs to campus groups; present other programs and participate in community functions.
17. Participate in required training courses and programs.
18. Operate standard weapons (handgun, etc.) to enforce law, detain a subject, or protect the life of self or others in situations that justify the use of force or deadly force. Clean and inspect weapon(s) and participates in firearms training.
19. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Equipment Used and Responsibility

• Knowledge of federal and state procedures regarding criminal evidence and investigations.
• Knowledge of federal and state statutes, City codes and ordinances, and departmental/university policies and operating procedures in order to enforce laws and determine appropriate charges.
• MS Office Suite, specifically MS Word.
• Security related systems such as surveillance cameras, license plate readers (LPR), access control, records management, alarms, etc.

Experience / Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree from an accredited college/university in criminal justice, police science, public administration, political science, or similar discipline is preferred.
• 5 Years’ experience as AZ post certified peace officer; active within last 3 years. (At the discretion of the Chief, years of service can be waived.)
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have valid Arizona Driver’s License and be insurable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain ACJIS Terminal Operator’s Certification.
• Must continuously meet all requirements and standards of AZ POST.
• Receipt of satisfactory results of a psychological screening to determine job suitability conducted and interpreted by a licensed psychologist.
• Satisfactory completion of a medical examination, including a drug screen.
• Satisfactory completion of a polygraph exam.
• Satisfactory completion of a physical fitness evaluation, firearms proficiency, defensive driving proficiency and waiver exam, if required by AZ POST.
• Must successfully pass a background investigation.
• Must be able to work overtime, work rotating shifts, four 10-hour days per week, work special duty events, holidays, weekends and be called in while off duty for a crisis on campus as needed.
• Certifications in CPR, First Aid and/or First Responder preferred.
• Specialty law enforcement/safety certifications/qualifications, e.g., training instructor, emergency management specialist preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting: 3-5 hours a day
• Standing: 3-5 hours a day
• Walking: 1-2 hours a day
• Lifting: Occasionally
• Carrying: Occasionally
• Pushing: Occasionally
• Bending: Occasionally
• Squatting: Occasionally

Work Environment

Office building on site. Work performed is primarily inside, subject to variations in temperature and weather, equipment noise and dust.

GCU’s Christian Worldview

GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans. Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check.

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