Law Enforcement Officer

Police Department:

At the UCF Police Department, the safety and well-being of our campus community is our top priority. Our job is to keep our campuses safe so our students, faculty and staff can unleash their potential.

We strive to be the most professional and innovative campus law enforcement agency in the country and firmly believe that we are only as good as our people. That's why we hire officers and professional team members that are the best fit for our agency, provide them with the finest training and equipment, and encourage professional development. Our community-oriented policing model is centered around the power of transparency, the benefits of partnership and collaboration, and always doing the right thing.

The Opportunity:

This position will be responsible for maintaining a safe environment on the University campuses through enforcement of state statutes, local ordinances and University Regulations. They will strive to maintain a positive rapport with the community in the performance of their duties. They must maintain a professional demeanor at all times. This position will perform a wide variety of duties involving the enforcement of laws and the prevention of crimes, control traffic flow and enforce state and local traffic regulations; issue citations, participate in and conduct a variety of criminal investigations, and make arrests under general supervision. They will provide support and assistance to special events, community partnerships, and law enforcement programs. Documentation of situations when appropriate and performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of law enforcement.  All sworn personnel are considered critical positions.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts proactive preventative patrols to include foot patrols in appropriate areas to assure the safety of the university community.

• Required to take appropriate police action when confronted with violators of the law or potentially hazardous situations.

• Investigate criminal incidents and prepare reports. Prepares, submits, and assists in processing university referrals for discipline. Maintains an acceptable level of proficiency in investigation, report writing, and all aspects of their duties.

• Safeguards pedestrian traffic on campus through selective traffic enforcement, including but not limited to the issuance of traffic citations, and written or verbal warnings. Maintains the smooth flow of traffic on campus by monitoring campus road networks and recognizing engineering deficiencies and traffic hazards. Relieves congested intersections through the use of traffic control. Assists in parking control through the issuance of parking citations.

• Assists other Law Enforcement Agencies or the public by providing information, first aid, vehicle assistance, and all other appropriate requests for assistance. Supports community partnerships and assists in community events and law enforcement programs.

• Provides crowd control at special events and monitors and responds to all alarms on campus.

• Other duties as assigned by supervision include but are not limited to, directed patrol, attendance at authorized training, court appearances, periodic area checks of residence halls and specific alarmed areas, escort services for personnel or monies when requested, securing university facilities at designated times, allowing building access to authorized individuals, and providing emergency access and assistance when requested. Documentation of any and all situations as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must meet the requirements of Chapter 943, Florida Statutes. All applicants must successfully complete the Basic Recruit Training Program at a CJSTC (Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission) certified training school and pass the Florida certification exam. If a certified Law Enforcement Officer from another state, the applicant must have completed FDLE (Florida Department of Law Enforcement) equivalency training and pass Florida State certification exam. Appropriate college coursework or vocational training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Must be at least 19 years of age and a U.S. citizen, must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, and may not have been convicted of any felony or misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement or have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States. Must pass a rigorous background investigation, to include psychological, physical, drug testing, and Computer Voice Stress Analysis. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years of law enforcement related experience in the field utilizing public relations, comprehension, accuracy, and confidentiality relative to police work.

• Demonstrated level of professional customer service and interpersonal communication skills, written & verbal.

• Ability to function with minimum direct supervision with individuals from varied backgrounds and experiences.

• A comprehensive working knowledge of the criminal justice system/processes, and Florida State Statutes.

• Ability to work efficiently in a stressful environment.

Additional Application Materials Required:

Candidates who complete the application, provide a cover letter and a resume will be afforded priority consideration.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

• Estimated date of hire is February 28, 2025.

• Please read and answer all questions carefully.

• Florida Department of Law Enforcement Certification is required by hire date.

UCF is seeking to fill multiple roles. Candidates for this job posting will be considered for additional vacancies in this department.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!  UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program 

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options 

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions 

• Education assistance 

• Flexible work environment 

• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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