Police Officer I-1
$66,000–$66,000 year
On-siteRiver Falls, Wisconsin, United States
Job Summary
Conduct vehicle and foot patrols, manage crowd control at mass events, and respond to alarms, intrusions, and critical incidents. Enforce state statutes and university codes by apprehending violators, issuing citations, and conducting investigations that include interviewing witnesses, collecting physical evidence, and preparing detailed reports. Provide armed escorts for dignitaries, assist with traffic accidents and medical emergencies, and utilize problem-oriented policing techniques to resolve community issues. Maintain proficiency in firearms, defensive tactics, and emergency medical procedures including CPR and AED use while coordinating communications with internal units and external agencies.
Required Qualifications
- Knowledge of the Constitution of the United States of America and principles embodied in case law that regulates investigative procedures, including search and seizure and the admissibility of evidence
- Knowledge of State of Wisconsin Statutes and University of Wisconsin Administrative Code
- Knowledge of all written Department Policies and Procedures and University Work Rules
- Knowledge of the criminal justice system, including prosecution, judicial functions, and preparation for testimony in court
- Knowledge of the proper preparation of all reports, forms and the processing of arrested persons
- Knowledge of community policing and problem-oriented policing techniques
- Ability to clearly and completely communicate facts and ideas orally and in writing
- Knowledge and ability to type and dictate reports
- Knowledge of Federal Communications Commission regulations, procedures, Department policies and procedures, University of Wisconsin-River Falls employee work rules
- Knowledge of dealing with stress and ability to work under stressful conditions and maintain a high level of proficiency
- Knowledge of Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Laws
- Possession of a valid Driver's License
- Knowledge of emergency vehicle operation procedures and ability to drive a vehicle in emergency mode
- Knowledge of the physical layout of campus property and the organizational structure of the University
- Knowledge and skill in human relations including verbal judo
- Knowledge of the State of Wisconsin's Use of Force Continuum
- Knowledge of evidence preservation techniques including photography and other standard evidence collection techniques
- Knowledge and skill in the use of firearms, Defense and Arrest Tactics (DAAT), OC spray and restraining devices
- Knowledge of rescue breathing, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and first aid techniques and Automatic External Defibrillation operation
- Knowledge in the investigation and enforcement of laws regarding operating motor vehicles while under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Knowledge of crowd management techniques
- Knowledge of the incident command system and ability to take command of an incident as a first responder
- Knowledge of University and Department rules and guidelines for use of work-related technology
- Knowledge of Department information systems and the ability to access and use all department authorized computer equipment efficiently and effectively
- Certification, or eligibility for certification upon date of hire, as a law enforcement officer by the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB)
- Ability to complete and successfully pass a post-offer employment test
- Successful completion of a criminal background check
- Successful completion of a medical examination including vision and hearing
- Successful completion of a drug test
- Successful completion of a psychological evaluation
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