UConn - Certified Police Officer
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THE UCONN POLICE DEPARMENT
IS SEEKING APPLICATIONS FOR
POLICE OFFICERS AT STATEWIDE LOCATIONS
(Positions may be filled with P.O.S.T Certified Police Officers or Police Officer Trainees)
Compensation
Annual salary upon Connecticut P.O.S.T. Certification: $62,260 - $80,097 (plus $5,000 in additional stipends)
Additional Benefits
Include, but not limited to:
- State of Connecticut Hazardous Duty Retirement Plan
- State of Connecticut Medical and Dental Plans
- Voluntary supplemental 457 and 403b Defined Contribution Plans
UConn Police. Protecting Connecticut’s Future.
The University of Connecticut Police Department, an internationally accredited police agency, is inviting applicants to apply for Police Officer vacancies currently available throughout statewide locations of the University of Connecticut including: Storrs, Hartford, Farmington, Stamford, Avery Point, and Waterbury. A career with UConn Police is multi-dimensional, challenging, and an opportunity to serve a unique and diverse community. UConn Police Officers, through a community-centered approach, provide a wide range of police services including hosting or attending community events, investigation of criminal incidents, enforcement of motor vehicle and criminal laws, management of public demonstrations and large gatherings, and overall service and protection of persons and property on all of UConn's campuses. The UConn Police Department focuses on being a community-oriented police department in all that it does. UConn Police Officers work a challenging schedule that includes major university events, NCAA events, dignitary visits, specialized community-based initiatives and other complex assignments.
For additional details about UConn Police Department's hiring process, please visit: https://police.universitysafety.uconn.edu/how-to-join-ucpd/. The Police Officer Trainee and Certified Police Officer class specifications (job descriptions) also provide additional information.
All applicants must meet State of Connecticut Police Officer Standards & Training Council Standards found here: https://portal.ct.gov/POST in order to be employed as a police officer in the State of Connecticut.
Minimum Qualifications
In order to be considered for employment as a P.O.S.T. Certified Police Officer with the UConn Police Department, applicants must:
Be a current Certified Police Officer in the State of Connecticut through the Police Officers Standards and Training Council or currently certified in another state and able to meet the Connecticut POST-C comparative certification standards to become Connecticut POST-C certified within one year of appointment.
Possess and maintain a valid Motor Vehicle operator's license.
Possess excellent written communication skills.
Possess excellent interpersonal communication skills..
Experience in and awareness of the sensitivity required when interacting with and addressing the needs of a diverse community.
Preferred Qualifications
Earned Associates degree or minimum of 60 credits in any field of study from an accredited college/university.
Volunteer work in the community. Please reference specific details in application materials.
United States Military Service.
Prior law enforcement service.
Applicants interested in police trainee positions can visit our corresponding posting at https://www.policeapp.com/Entry-Level-UConn-CT-Police-Officer-Jobs/4928/. PoliceApp provides more information about CPCA exam dates.
Appointment Terms
These are full time, permanent positions on various shifts. Police Officers will be assigned to a home campus based on current vacancies. While their primary patrol shifts will be at their assigned campus, they will have received training at all locations and may be required to work overtime or events at these other locations as needed. Additionally, the opportunity to change their campus assignment will be offered periodically as current employees can bid to transfer to other campuses a few times each year. Transfers are granted based on department needs and seniority.
The University of Connecticut offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes hazardous duty retirement and full medical and dental benefits. Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon successfully completing Polygraph, Psychological, Background and Pre-Employment Physical, meeting all other POSTC Requirements and Standards, and a vacancy and funding exists with the UConn Police Department. Failure to meet any of these requirements will disqualify the candidate from the current hiring process.
To Apply
Qualified applicants must apply online using https://www.policeapp.com/. Applicants should consider providing a resume, references, and a cover letter that includes why you want to become a Police Officer at the University of Connecticut; your expectations of the job and what skillsets you can bring to the Police Department. Application review will occur on a rolling basis. Candidates will be selected for interview based on a review of their application materials. Preference will be given to candidates who meet one or more of the preferred qualifications.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics, which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.
All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.
The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.
Please direct questions regarding this position to workforce@uconn.edu
Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. If the deadline date is not specified in the announcement, the agency has sole discretion on setting the deadline and jobs may close without notice. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency.
Applicants are responsible for checking their email and logging into their PoliceApp, PublicSafetyApp, FireFighterApp or EmployementApp account to monitor for emails, scheduling and process updates.