Kentucky State University
Police Officer (Part-Time)
Kentucky State University, Frankfort, Kentucky, United States, 40601
TITLE:
Police Officer
DEPARTMENT:
University Police
REPORTS TO:
VP Finance and Administration
CLASSIFICATION:
Staff-12 months
EFFECTIVE DATE:
TBD
STANDARD WORK HOURS:
20 hours per week
EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
Part-Time
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION:
Non‑Exempt
JOB SUMMARY Under minimum supervision, an essential employee responsible for enforcing local, state, and federal laws and ensures compliance with university policies. Provides security for personnel, real property, and equipment. Investigates and documents crimes/incidents, documents, and preserves evidence, and provides legal testimony.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Patrol university property in a vehicle, on foot, or bicycle to provide security and law enforcement.
Respond to emergency and non‑emergency calls for service.
Obtains information needed and completes collision reports, criminal reports, and criminal citations.
Processes evidence prepares court cases and provides legal testimony.
Assist Patrol Sergeant with scheduling and approving reports.
Train new, inexperienced police officers.
Perform campus patrol, victim/witness assistance, or as crime prevention officer.
Operates equipment such as vehicles, radar, emergency equipment, and breath alcohol analyzers.
May provide first aid services until medical assistance arrives.
Performs miscellaneous job duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Skill in the use of first aid procedures
Ability to write reports containing technical information
Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to complete moderately complex administrative paperwork
Ability to gather and organize legal evidence
Skill in completing collision and criminal investigations
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
Skill in operating police equipment
Ability to provide legal depositions and testimony
Knowledge of laws, regulations, methods, and university policies
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY This position does not have supervisory responsibility.
OTHER DUTIES Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited law enforcement academy and at least 10 years experience as a patrol officer.
State of Kentucky Certified Law Enforcement Officer or eligibility for certification by the waiver.
Possession of a valid Kentucky operator’s license.
WORKING CONDITIONS Ability to continuously stand or walk. Ability to bend, squat, climb stairs, and lift frequently. Ability to lift, carry, push, pull and move up to 50 pounds.
EEO STATEMENT KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.
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Police Officer
DEPARTMENT:
University Police
REPORTS TO:
VP Finance and Administration
CLASSIFICATION:
Staff-12 months
EFFECTIVE DATE:
TBD
STANDARD WORK HOURS:
20 hours per week
EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
Part-Time
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION:
Non‑Exempt
JOB SUMMARY Under minimum supervision, an essential employee responsible for enforcing local, state, and federal laws and ensures compliance with university policies. Provides security for personnel, real property, and equipment. Investigates and documents crimes/incidents, documents, and preserves evidence, and provides legal testimony.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Patrol university property in a vehicle, on foot, or bicycle to provide security and law enforcement.
Respond to emergency and non‑emergency calls for service.
Obtains information needed and completes collision reports, criminal reports, and criminal citations.
Processes evidence prepares court cases and provides legal testimony.
Assist Patrol Sergeant with scheduling and approving reports.
Train new, inexperienced police officers.
Perform campus patrol, victim/witness assistance, or as crime prevention officer.
Operates equipment such as vehicles, radar, emergency equipment, and breath alcohol analyzers.
May provide first aid services until medical assistance arrives.
Performs miscellaneous job duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Skill in the use of first aid procedures
Ability to write reports containing technical information
Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to complete moderately complex administrative paperwork
Ability to gather and organize legal evidence
Skill in completing collision and criminal investigations
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
Skill in operating police equipment
Ability to provide legal depositions and testimony
Knowledge of laws, regulations, methods, and university policies
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY This position does not have supervisory responsibility.
OTHER DUTIES Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited law enforcement academy and at least 10 years experience as a patrol officer.
State of Kentucky Certified Law Enforcement Officer or eligibility for certification by the waiver.
Possession of a valid Kentucky operator’s license.
WORKING CONDITIONS Ability to continuously stand or walk. Ability to bend, squat, climb stairs, and lift frequently. Ability to lift, carry, push, pull and move up to 50 pounds.
EEO STATEMENT KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.
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