Police Officer - Lateral
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume/CV; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
For additional information please contact: Susan Barba at susan.barba@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-1060.
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
Must successfully pass a comprehensive background assessment that includes: criminal history check; driving record review; medical examination; psychological evaluation including drug screening; and an inclusive appraisal of work history.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.
Position Details
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
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- 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
- 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
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Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
- Retirement savings paid by the university.
- A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
- Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
- Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
- Performs varied and diversified duties involving the patrol of assigned area, buildings, streets and grounds, with responsibility for the protection of life and property though fair, consistent and equitable enforcement of motor vehicle and criminal laws, policies, rules and regulations of the Department of Public Safety, Oregon State University.
- Provides special security of the Radiation Center and other buildings under contract.
- Responds to emergency calls and calls for assistance including, but not limited to fire alarms, intrusion alarms, and accidents.
- Conducts investigations of accidents and assigned cases.
- Exercises considerable judgment and resourcefulness in the investigation and arrest of criminals, and particularly in maintaining law and order during time of emergencies.
- Contacts the public in a responsive, non-escalatory manner when warning, citing or arresting persons for violations of the law or safe driving practices.
- Patrols street and grounds within assigned areas either on foot, on a bicycle, or in a vehicle, performing visible patrols to deter violations and crimes.
- Performs patrol duties requiring considerable physical effort, which may demand continuous standing, walking, and occasional strenuous positions, under varying climatic conditions, with exposure to occupational hazards that may result in total disability or loss of life.
- Assists other law enforcement officers in service warrants, apprehending criminals, crowd management and other general law enforcement work. Directs activities in accidents and disaster areas, rendering first aid and restoring traffic to normal; and investigate accidents, as required, to determine cause, and cite or arrest when laws have been violated.
- Guard university property.
- May appear in court as a witness to present testimony in traffic violations and criminal laws.
- Makes investigations of all complaints of criminal acts reported by the public or assigned by a superior.
- Keeps records and make required reports regarding activities.
- Operates automobile, firearms, radios, radar equipment, computer terminals, and associated job-related equipment. Participates in crime prevention and public safety training programs.
- Works closely and in conjunction with DPS staff, university administration, students, faculty, and staff to support and carry out the university values and provide for the safety of our full community.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Works closely with community partners including other law enforcement agencies in matters related to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation of offenses.
- Assists other law enforcement agencies with requests for service, including state or federal agencies.
- Maintains any and all qualifications required by OSU and the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST).
- Actively participates in departmental and university related trainings as assigned.
- Must be a U.S citizen
- Must be 21 years or older at time of employment
- Possession of an Oregon Driver’s License by start date
- Three years of experience as an Oregon certified Police Officer or eligible for lateral certification by the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training
- Possess a High School Diploma or GED
- Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity
- Possess DPSST Telecommunications certification OR ability to obtain within 18 months of hire.
- Understand and demonstrate knowledge of OSU-DPS administrative policies, procedures, rules and guidelines within 18-month probationary period;
- Must successfully pass a comprehensive background assessment that includes: criminal history check; driving record review; medical examination; psychological evaluation including drug screening; and an inclusive appraisal of work history.
- Adult CPR with First Aid and Automatic External Defibrillation (AED) certification required within 60-days of employment.
- Law Enforcement Data Systems (LEDS) Certification required within 90 days of employment.
A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
- 60+ credit hours from an accredited university, school or college.
- Proficiency in a second language
- CPR for the Professional Rescuer with AED specialization
- Experience as a Police Officer in higher education
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume/CV; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
For additional information please contact: Susan Barba at susan.barba@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-1060.
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
Must successfully pass a comprehensive background assessment that includes: criminal history check; driving record review; medical examination; psychological evaluation including drug screening; and an inclusive appraisal of work history.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.