UConn - Entry Level Police Officer
Job Overview
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Job Prerequisites
- Connecticut Police Chiefs Written Test
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CHIP Participating
- CHIP Physical Ability Card
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Job Announcement
UCONN POLICE DEPARMENT
NOW HIRING
P.O.S.T. Certified Police Officers (position may be under-filled as a Police Officer Trainee)
If you are P.O.S.T Certified you must click HERE to apply with the P.O.S.T Certified Postion.
The University of Connecticut Police Department, an internationally accredited agency through CALEA, is inviting applicants with a valid P.O.S.T. Certification to apply for Police Officer vacancies currently available at our Storrs Campus. Applicants must be willing to work in a fast paced, diverse community. UConn Police Officers provide a wide range of police services along with investigation of criminal incidents, preparation of arrest and search warrant affidavits, enforcement of motor vehicle and criminal laws, and management of public demonstrations and large gatherings. Officers may patrol in cruisers, motorcycles, or bicycles. UConn Police Officers work a challenging schedule that includes major University events, NCAA athletics events, dignitary visits and other complex assignments.
Interested applicants who do not have a valid P.O.S.T Certification must have a valid passing CPCA exam score at the time of application to be considered for the position of Police Officer Trainee.
Minimum Qualifications - P.O.S.T. Certified Police Officer (To Apply as a P.O.S.T. Certified Police Officer, Click HERE)
In order to be considered for employment as a P.O.S.T. Certified Police Officer with the UConn Police Department, applicants must:
- Currently be a Certified Police Officer in the State of Connecticut through the Police Officers Standards and Training Council.
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Must have current valid CHIP card at the time of application or ability to pass department issued physical ability assessment. Click HERE for information on obtaining your CHIP Card. The next test will be held October 18th, 2015
- Possess excellent written communication skills.
- Possess excellent interpersonal communication skills.
- Be available to work at the Storrs Campus.
For more information on state class specification (job description), minimum qualifications and pay plans, go to: http://das.ct.gov/HR/JobspecNew/JobDetail.asp?FCC=6945
Minimum Qualifications - Police Officer Trainee
In order to be considered for employment as a Police Officer Trainee with the UConn Police Department, applicants must:
- Current valid CPCA exam score.
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Must have current valid CHIP card at the time of application or ability to pass department issued physical ability assessment. Click HERE for information on obtaining your CHIP Card. The next test will be held October 18th, 2015
- Have no Class A or Class B misdemeanor convictions or any act of perjury or false statement
- Have no felony convictions
- Possess excellent written communication
- Possess excellent interpersonal communications
- Experience in and awareness of the sensitivity required when interacting with and addressing the needs of a diverse community.
- Be available to work at the Storrs Campus.
For more information on state class specification (job description), minimum qualifications and pay plans, go to: http://das.ct.gov/HR/JobspecNew/JobDetail.asp?FCC=6944
Preferred Qualifications
- A degree in any field of study from an accredited college/university.
- Volunteer work in the community.
- United States Military Service.
Applicants must be a certified Police Officer in the State of Connecticut through the Police Officers Standards and Training Council or have a valid passing CPCA exam score to apply.
Appointment Terms: These are full time, permanent positions with rotating shifts. The University of Connecticut offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes hazardous duty retirement and full medical and dental benefits.
To Apply: To be eligible you must provide 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 deadline is October 23, 2015.
Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon successfully completing Polygraph, Psychological, Background and Pre-Employment physical.
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.
Please direct questions regarding this position to PDRecruitmentProcess@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.