Relief Police Officer (Temporary)

Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Relief Police Officer (Temporary)
Union Level
Department
Public Safety
Campus
Stockton
Posting Number
201303322P
Full or Part Time
Part Time
Number of Months
12
Work Schedule
Work performed on a 24/7 operation, weekends, and nights.
This is a temporary non-benefit eligible position.
Position End Date
Open Date
05/26/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is open until filled.
Position Summary Information
Primary Purpose
The Relief Public Safety Officer is responsible for performing law enforcement and crime prevention activities. Controls traffic flow and enforces State and local traffic laws on Pacific campus.
Essential Functions

• Patrols University property in patrol car, bicycle, and foot patrol.
• Provides information and direction to staff, faculty, students and visitors to campus.
• Enforces City, County and State laws, and University rules and regulations.
• Conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations.
• Makes arrests as necessary and prepares reports.
• Interviews victims, complainants and witnesses.
• Testifies and presents evidence in court
• Assists in performance of a variety of community relations and crime prevention activities.
• Participates in public relations programs to promote better police community relations and crime prevention.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

This position serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA) as outlined by the Clery Act. CSAs have federally mandated responsibilities to report crimes that are reported them.
University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• Graduate of a California (CA) Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) approved academy and currently possesses a valid certificate, or valid CA P.O.S.T Recertification certificate or a valid CA P.O.S.T academy Basic Course Waiver certificate.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must be a citizen of the United States or permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship.
• No felony convictions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior law enforcement experience preferred, but new academy graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Positive attitude, proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion.
• Basic computer skills in Windows operating system, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to read maps and retain street, building, and compass directions.
• Able to research and gather information through interrogations and investigations.
• Effectively communicate over telephone and radio equipment.
• Knowledge in Community Oriented Policing.
• Certified in Basic First Aid.
• Effective operation of Emergency Vehicles
• Able to effectively qualify in the use of firearms.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must pass Physical Agility Test (PAT) required to meet physical requirements for Stockton Police Department. Must successfully complete a background investigation, which shall include a background screening, pre-employment physical, and a psychological screening.
Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:
Work performed both in and out of doors. Must be willing to work evenings, night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Valid driver's license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University's fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The University and its insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.
Hiring Range
$23.55-$25.88. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Background Check Statement
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
AA/EEO Policy Statement
University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.