University Police Officer (I - III) (2024)

These are non-supervisory, entry-level positions for sworn law enforcement officers. Incumbents are expected to participate and pass a physical fitness assessment,provide law enforcement protection and related services for the University covering both life and property,maintain peace and order, and enforce University rules and regulations, as well as state and federal laws.

This posting is for multiple open positions and may hire anyone that meets the qualifications for either a University Police Officer I, II, or III.

• Performs a variety of police duties in patrolling assigned area on foot or in police vehicles to detect crime or violation of University regulations and to arrest violators; patrols parking lots, outlying University properties and University buildings to ensure their security.
• Regulates pedestrian and vehicular traffic; investigates traffic accidents and files preliminary accident reports; checks all automobiles on University property for improper parking, overtime parking and display of University registration decals; issues tickets for vehicular violations.
• Assists emergency ambulance service and provides emergency first-aid treatment to members of the University community and to visitors; provides emergency escort service to the University community and to visitors where necessary.
• Observes, detects and reports any unauthorized situations, which may lead to illegal or prohibited actions on campus, which could jeopardize the safety of the University community.
• Maintains quality standards, by study and research, in order to keep abreast of advanced techniques and ideas designed to improve police performance.
• Maintains public confidence and support by emphasizing public relations through providing information about the University related matters to students, staff, and the general public.
• Provides security for special University events; provides transfer for University monies.
• Prepares criminal cases and presents testimony in court or other hearings concerning traffic violations, criminal offenses, and disciplinary matters.
• Participates in the conduction of various crime prevention training programs, as directed, to promote public awareness of crime risk and prevention methods.
• Participates in annual physical fitness assessment.
• Performs related or similar duties as required or assigned.

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included
by the hiring department.

1. Patrols campus to enforce laws and regulations.
2. Regulates campus traffic.
3. Assists with emergency service and provides emergency first aid treatment.
4. Provides security for special events.
5. Provides information to the University community and general public.
6. Makes arrests, completes incident reports, and prepares criminal cases and presents testimony in court.
7. Conducts crime prevention programs.

Officer I:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).

Experience: No experience required but must receive certification with the Mississippi Board of Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Training within the first year of employment.

Additional Requirement: Must be 21 years of age.

Officer II:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).

Experience: One (1) year of experience and must have a certification with the Mississippi Board of Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Training within one year of employment.

Licensure: Must have a valid driver’s license upon employment

Additional Requirement: Must be 21 years of age and a U.S. citizen.

Officer III:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).

Experience: Six (6) years of experience and must have a certification with the Mississippi Board of Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Training within one year of employment.

Licensure: Must have a valid driver’s license upon employment

Additional Requirement: Must be 21 years of age and a U.S. citizen.

Officer I Hourly Pay Rate: $18.34 - $23.54

Officer II Hourly Pay Rate: $20.26 - $26.00

Officer III Hourly Pay Rate: $23.54 - $30.20

To learn more about our pay structure and view our salary ranges, click here to visit the Compensation page of our Human Resources website. This link is provided for general pay information. Hourly rate or salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and departmental budget. Note: Unclassified positions (faculty, executives, researchers and coaches) do not have established salary ranges.

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

This position will require a financial (credit) report. Selected candidates should have a low credit debt. Background checks are completed post offer of employment. University employees moving into a new position that requires a financial (credit) report must complete a new background check.