Job Summary

An applicant who has four (4) complete years of experience, up to six (6) completed years of service are considered eligible as a Police Officer II. Performs a wide variety of law enforcement functions, including but not limited to: patrol, security, investigations, criminal gang activity, crime prevention, surveillance, and other law enforcement related duties. Utilizes proper skills to ensure the safety and security of people, property, and equipment throughout the University community. Officers work a variety of hours which may require overtime or on-call assignments.
UUPD will recognize years of service for lateral transfers in the following manner:

• 1 year of service credit given per year of prior patrol/investigation experience as a LEO with other law enforcement agencies.
• 1 year of service credit per year of prior task force experience as a LEO.
• 1 year of service credit given per 2 years of prior corrections/SFO/BCO (Basic Corrections Officer) experience as a LEO with Adult Probation and Parole.
  A University of Utah Police Officer is considered "topped out" in the HR Compensation approved salary system at 9 completed years of service.
  Safety is a top priority for the University of Utah. The Chief Safety Officer is the Director of Public Safety responsible for overseeing the University's Department of Public Safety, which includes the following operational divisions: University Police, Campus Security, UHealth Security, Emergency Management, Emergency Communications, and the central administrative Office of the CSO.
  Safety looks and feels different to each person, and the U Department of Public Safety is committed to working with the community to foster a safe environment where all individuals feel empowered and equipped to succeed in their work, education, and other business with the university.
  More at publicsafety.utah.edu.
  
  Responsibilities
  1. Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls, i.e., thefts, accidents, assaults. Gives assistance, assesses, and remedies the situation as appropriate; files a written report.
  2. Conducts or assists in criminal, narcotics, traffic, and gang related investigations by applying specialized skills, gathering evidence, and protecting the crime scene.
  3. Assists the criminal intelligence operation by gathering information from other law enforcement agencies, confidential informants, or the general public to provide substantiated facts.
  4. Takes initial reports/complaints, prepares written reports, and maintains detailed and accurate records for files, follow-up investigations, and court purposes.
  5. Performs surveillance in high risk or known crime areas in order to apprehend suspects involved in criminal activity.
  6. Obtains and serves search/arrest warrants as well as apprehends suspects; performs warrant-less searches and seizures as necessary.
  7. Interviews and interrogates witnesses/suspects to acquire relevant information.
  8. Prepares cases for the Office of the Attorney General; testifies and gives evidence in court.
  9. Participates in the motorist assist program to promote a positive public image, i.e., helping people who are locked out of their cars, have dead car batteries, flat tires, etc.
  10. Maintains issued equipment and supplies.
  11. Assists in the classroom and field training of new officers; instructs classes; gives presentations to various public groups.
  12. Officer may be asked to participate in COP (Community Oriented Policing) events when necessary.
  13. Uses logic and reasoning to independently make critical decisions, and uses initiative and common sense in a variety of police functions.
  14. Officers must safely effect arrest(s), pursue suspects on foot, safely control combatant(s), respond to emergencies, accept rotating shift and 24-hour-on-call shifts, protecting and ensuring safety of University students, staff, faculty, and visitors while working extended hours in demanding and stressful environments.
  
  Minimum Qualifications
  
  • At least 5 years experience as a Police Officer
  • Certification as a Utah Post LEO (Law Enforcement Officer) prior to hire.
  • United States citizen on the date of appointment
  • A valid Utah Drivers License to be obtained upon date of hire.
  • Considerable human relation and communication skills
  • Qualified applicants must successfully complete the department approved physical fitness test, a thorough background investigation, and must be willing to submit to a drug screening test
  • Bachelors degree in Criminology, Police Science, or a related area is preferred or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
  
  DIS-QUALIFIERS INCLUDE:
  
  FELONY CONVICTION - Applicants may not have been convicted of a crime which could have been punished by imprisonment in a federal penitentiary or by imprisonment in the penitentiary of this or another state. Felony convictions as a minor (under 18 years of age) may not automatically disqualify an individual, and will be individually reviewed.
  
  MISDEMEANOR CONVICTION - Misdemeanor crimes involving violence, sexual conduct, or dishonesty require a minimum two year waiting period from date of conviction or involvement. Conviction of misdemeanor crimes not listed above may require a one (1) year wait depending upon the crime and severity.
  
  MORAL CHARACTER - Applicants shall demonstrate good moral character, as determined by a department conducted background investigation including criminal history records as well as expunged records. Conviction of any criminal offense is an indication that the applicant may not be of good moral character and may be grounds for disqualification. Applicants may be required to take a truth verification examination which will be used as part of the background investigation.
  
  MILITARY SERVICE - Applicants will be disqualified for any discharge less than honorable.
  
  PHYSICAL, EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL CONDITION - Applicants must pass a psychological evaluation with a passing suitability rating. Specific questions as to the suitability of a candidate\s physical and mental condition will be determined during this examination.
  
  TATTOOS - Tattoos, brands, and decals cannot be obscene, offensive, distract from professional appearance, or interfere with on-duty actions and responsibilities.
  
  ILLEGAL DRUGS - Applicants may not have used any illegal drug while employed in any law enforcement or prosecutorial position, or while employed in a position which carries a high level of public trust. Applicants may not have sold, manufactured, cultivated, or distributed any illegal drug. Any use of LSD or PCP will automatically exclude the applicant from the process. Applicants may not have used hard drugs or their derivatives and synthetic equivalents within five (5) years prior to the application closing date.
  
  OUT OF STATE LATERAL APPLICANTS
  Must have the State of Utah Post Certification.
  
  • All out of state lateral applicants must complete and pass the Utah POST waiver test prior to hire.
  • Utah POST standards: https://post.utah.gov/law-enforcement-officer-leo-exit-physical-fitness-requirements/
  • Utah POST waiver test: https://utahpost.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/5000804150-post-application-for-training-and-certification-instructions
  
  Preferences
  Summary of University benefits
  
  The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
  
  • Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates
  • Generous paid leave time
  • 11 paid Holidays per year
  • 50% tuition reduction for employee, spouse, and dependent children
  • Flex spending accounts
  • Free transit on most UTA services
  • Employee discounts on a variety of products and services including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
  • Professional development opportunities
  Retirement Benefits summary:
  
  https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/retirees.php Sworn members of the police department participate in Utah Retirement Systems and are also eligible to contribute to a University supplemental retirement savings plan. https://www.urs.org Employee-Funded:
  • Voluntary retirement plans all University employees may participate in, regardless of their benefit-eligibility status.
  • 403(b) and 457(b) Supplemental Retirement Savings Plans
  • All University employees may participate through payroll deduction in one or both supplemental retirement plans. See the Universitys Annual Universal Availability Notice for more information.
  • You may start or stop participation, or change your salary deferral amount at any time.
  • Minimum deferral to each plan is $25/month ($12.50/paycheck).
  • The IRS and plan rules govern withdrawals and maximum deferral amounts.
  Maximum amounts are reviewed annually by the IRS and future limits may increase based on cost of living increases. For 2021: $19,500.
  • You may defer the maximum amount to both a 403(b) and a 457(b) account.
  • Employees who are age 50 or older may defer an additional $6,500.
  • Each plan has a special catch-up exception available that may allow you to defer more than the maximum amount.
  • You can rollover assets from other similar accounts
  These accounts are not traditional savings accounts! There are strict rules governing withdrawal of funds. You should only defer money into one of these accounts if you intend to save for retirement.Additional benefits information is available at www.hr.utah.edu/benefits
  
  Special Instructions
  
  Requisition Number: PRN39047B
  Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
  Work Schedule Summary: Rotating: 27/7 rotating shifts, holidays and weekends
  Department: 00471 - Public Safety
  Location: Campus
  Pay Rate Range: $36.50 - 41.07
  Close Date:
  Open Until Filled: No
  
  To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/167035