Police Officer - North Dakota University System : Job Details

Are you a lifelong learner? Do you thrive as an independent problem solver in an ever-changing environment? The NDSU police department has an immediate opening for a full-time police officer. We are seeking exceptional applicants who exhibit strength of character, creativity, and common sense; those who are committed to building partnerships within our diverse campus and neighborhood community. Be a part of our positive, progressive, and community-oriented policing team. A ND peace officer license or the ability to obtain licensure upon hire is required. Starting salary is $56,000/yr., plus a comprehensive benefit package that consists of full family health coverage, NDPERS retirement plan, and life insurance. Other benefits include supplemental retirement options, annual/sick/holiday leave, flex account, employee assistance program, employee tuition waivers with half-tuition for spouse/dependent/partner, employee discounts, and more. Please see complete position details below. For any questions, contact Lt. Joe Anderson @ (701) ###-#### or [email protected].

Description & Details

Performs licensed law enforcement duties as an armed police officer enforcing the constitution of the United States, the laws of North Dakota, the municipal ordinances of the City of Fargo, and the rules and regulations of NDSU.

Responsible for police patrol of university facilities and grounds, enforcing institutional rules and regulations, state laws, and city ordinances. Duties include conducting and writing investigative reports, maintaining traffic regulations and issuing citations, reporting unsafe conditions, checking building security and responding to alarms, protecting life and institutional property and other duties associated with a university police officer position. Position also provides for initial response and assessment activities in evaluating incidences consistent with Crisis Management Response plan related events.

Work Schedule:

Will work various shifts with the possibility of nights, weekends, and holidays to cover 24/7 police patrol responsibilities.

Advertised Salary:

$56,000/year

Minimum Qualifications:

* Two years of college or three years of law enforcement or military experience may be substituted for the college requirement.

* Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy with strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

* Must have left previous law enforcement employment in good standing.

* North Dakota Peace Officer License (POST Board) or ability to license after appointment, valid driver's license.

* Must be able to render credible testimony in the court of law.

* Must not be subject to the restrictions or prohibitions as set forth by the Lautenberg Amendment of the Gun Control Act of 1968.

* As a part of the post offer/pre-hire, selected candidate must pass a physical exam to include vision, corrected to 20/40, and hearing test, take a psychological assessment with results satisfactory to NDSU, and submit to and successfully pass a background check.

* After hire, must successfully complete recruit police officer training program and successfully complete a one-year probationary period as a condition of continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree

* Law enforcement experience in a university setting or as a School Resource Officer

* Experience in Law enforcement with a demonstrated increase in police responsibilities

Applicant Materials Required:

Required Documents

* Cover Letter

* Resume

Optional Documents

* Veterans Preference Claim Form

* Veterans Administration Letter

Benefits:

NDSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the university - with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following date of hire. Other benefits include: wellness benefits, basic life insurance, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual leave, EAP, sick leave and holiday pay. Optional benefits include: supplemental life, dental, vision, long-term care insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.

About Us:

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.

NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.

NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.

No Smoking Notice:

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. 23-12-10.

EO/AA Statement:

North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.

Diversity Statement:

NDSU strives to be a community of belonging, recognizing unique differences as strengths of our university. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that supports a community in which diverse populations and perspectives will know and learn from one another. NDSU values candidates who are committed to our core values of respect, inclusivity, community, creativity, excellence, impact, innovation, integrity, resilience, responsiveness, and transformation. Successful candidates will be committed to and help advance our strategic goal to create and maintain an open and respectful environment to promote inclusivity and diversity as a cornerstone of education, research, and outreach.

Veteran's Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation Information

North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-###-#### or [email protected].