Law Enforcement Officer

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As a next-generation public research institute and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to shape the future and solve the world’s most challenging problems. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role in pushing us forward to become among the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with uniquely talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses and regional locations. That means greater challenges to tackle, more meaningful opportunities to grow, and rewarding experiences that go beyond a paycheck. We’re seeking qualified, motivated individuals who will help UCF fulfill its mission in unleashing the potential of every individual, enriching the human experience through inclusion, discovery, and innovation; and propelling broad-based prosperity for the many communities we serve.

UCF Police Department:

At the UCF Police Department, the safety and well-being of our campus community is our top priority. Our job is to keep our campuses safe so our students, faculty, and staff can unleash their potential.

We strive to be the most professional and innovative campus law enforcement agency in the country, and firmly believe that we are only as good as our people. That's why we hire officers and professional team members who are the best fit for our agency, provide them with the finest training and equipment, and encourage professional development. Our community-oriented policing model is centered around the power of transparency, the benefits of partnership and collaboration, and always doing the right thing.

The Opportunity:

UCF is seeking to fill multiple roles for Law Enforcement Officer. Candidates for this job posting will be considered for additional vacancies in this department. This position will be responsible for maintaining a safe environment on the university campuses through the enforcement of state statutes, local ordinances, and university regulations. They will strive to maintain a positive rapport with the community in the performance of their duties. They must maintain a professional demeanor at all times. This position will perform a wide variety of duties involving the enforcement of laws and the prevention of crimes, controlling traffic flow and enforcing state and local traffic regulations, issuing citations, participating in and conducting a variety of criminal investigations, and making arrests under general supervision. They will provide support and assistance for special events, community partnerships, and law enforcement programs. Documentation of situations when appropriate, and performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of law enforcement. All sworn personnel are considered to be in critical positions.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts proactive preventative patrols to include foot patrols in appropriate areas to assure the safety of the university community.
• Required to take appropriate police action when confronted with violators of the law or potentially hazardous situations.
• Investigate criminal incidents and prepare reports. Prepares, submits, and assists in processing university referrals for discipline. Maintains an acceptable level of proficiency in investigation, report writing, and all aspects of their duties.
• Safeguards pedestrian traffic on campus through selective traffic enforcement, including but not limited to the issuance of traffic citations, and written or verbal warnings. Maintains the smooth flow of traffic on campus by monitoring campus road networks and recognizing engineering deficiencies and traffic hazards. Relieves congested intersections through the use of traffic control. Assists in parking control through the issuance of parking citations.
• Assists other Law Enforcement Agencies or the public by providing information, first aid, vehicle assistance, and all other appropriate requests for assistance. Supports community partnerships and assists in community events and law enforcement programs.
• Provides crowd control at special events and monitors and responds to all alarms on campus.
• Other duties as assigned by supervision include but are not limited to, directed patrol, attendance at authorized training, court appearances, periodic area checks of residence halls and specific alarmed areas, escort services for personnel or monies when requested, securing university facilities at designated times, allowing building access to authorized individuals, and providing emergency access and assistance when requested. Documentation of any and all situations as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must meet the requirements of Chapter 943, Florida Statutes. All applicants must successfully complete the Basic Recruit Training Program at a CJSTC (Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission) certified training school and pass the Florida certification exam. If a certified Law Enforcement Officer from another state, the applicant must have completed FDLE (Florida Department of Law Enforcement) equivalency training and pass Florida State certification exam. Appropriate college coursework or vocational training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Must be at least 19 years of age and a U.S. citizen, must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, and may not have been convicted of any felony or misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement or have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States. Must pass a rigorous background investigation, to include psychological, physical, drug testing, and Computer Voice Stress Analysis. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years of law enforcement related experience in the field utilizing public relations, comprehension, accuracy, and confidentiality relative to police work.
• Demonstrated level of professional customer service and interpersonal communication skills, written & verbal.
• Ability to function with minimum direct supervision in a diverse community.
• A comprehensive working knowledge of the criminal justice system/processes, and Florida State Statutes.
• Ability to work efficiently in a stressful environment.

Additional Application Materials Required:

Please attached resume.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

• Must pass a rigorous background investigation, including psychological, physical, drug testing, and Computer Voice Stress Analysis. 
• Please read and answer all questions carefully. Florida Department of Law Enforcement Certification is required by the hire date.
• UCF is seeking to fill multiple roles. Candidates for this job posting will be considered for additional vacancies in this department.

Are Benefits Important to You?

Working at UCF has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, including annual and sick leave and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance
• Flexible work environment
• And more…For more benefits information, go to the UCF Employee Benefits page click here .

Who Are We?

Founded in 1963 to fuel the region’s talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society. It’s one of the reasons U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation’s top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 220-degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete, online programs leading to bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, Ph.D.'s., certificates, and more.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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Department

University Police

Work Schedule

a) 0600-1800 and 1800-0600 Rotating shifts b) Total hours per pay period 80 c) other times as deemed necessary to accomplish the mission of the Police Department and the University (emergencies and special activities).

Type of Appointment

Varies

Expected Salary

$26.35

Job Posting End Date

02-29-2024-12-00-AM

Veteran’s Preference:   

Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans’ Preference, please visit http://hr.ucf.edu/files/VeteransPreference.pdf

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.  Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. 

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