14743 police officer jobs found

The Police Officer works under general supervision of a shift or operations supervisor and the Director of Public Safety/Chief of Campus Police. The Police Officer is responsible for ensuring a safe and secure campus environment; and the enforcement of University policies, state and local laws. Primary Responsibilities - Crime prevention, campus patrol, radio communications, parking and traffic enforcement, criminal investigations and follow-up, and report writing. -Provide protection for University persons, property, and guests. -Maintain surveillance of all areas within department jurisdiction. -Identify and report hazards to safety and security of the campus. -Interact with other law enforcement agencies when appropriate. -Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Ability to recognize safety and security hazards on campus and take appropriate corrective action. Ability to operate a vehicle. Ability to work any...

Salary: Depends on Qualifications Location: Main Campus - Portales, NM Job Type: Full time permanent Job Number: 2026-00044 Department: Business Affairs Division: University Police Opening Date: 03/25/2026 Position Overview Position Summary Under limited supervision, enforces local, state, and federal laws and ensures compliance with University policies and provides security for personnel, real property, and equipment. Duties and Responsibilities: Patrol University property to provide security and traffic law enforcement Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls Conduct accident and crime investigations and prepare detailed reports Provide escort services for visitors, students, staff, and faculty Provide public assistance, including lockout services, first aid, and vehicle jump-starts Provide building security, including locking and unlocking doors Process evidence, prepare...

Campus LANGSTON Contact Name & Email Nika Wilson, luhumanresources@langston.edu Work Schedule Work hours may vary; may be required to work nights and weekends. Appointment Length Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice Hiring Range $33,000.00 - $35,000.00 Commensurate with education and experience Priority Application Date While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by to ensure full consideration. Special Instructions to Applicants For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references. About this Position The Langston University Police Officer is responsible for ensuring campus safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting positive...

Campus LANGSTON Contact Name & Email Nika Wilson, luhumanresources@langston.edu Work Schedule Schedule may vary: nights and weekends may be required Appointment Length Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice Hiring Range $33,000.00 - $35,000.00 Commensurate with education and experience Priority Application Date While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by to ensure full consideration. Special Instructions to Applicants For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references. About this Position The Langston University Police Officer is responsible for ensuring campus safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting positive community...

Company Description: At MCLA, we're here for all, and focused on each, of our students. Classes are taught by educators who care deeply about teaching, and about seeing their students thrive on every level of their lives. In every way possible, the experience at MCLA is designed to elevate our students as individuals, leaders, and communicators, fully empowered to make their impressions on the world. In addition to our 130-year commitment to public education, we have fortified our dedication to equitable academic excellence. MCLA has appeared on U.S. News & World Report's list of Top Ten Public Colleges for 10 consecutive years, earning the No. 6 spot on the list of Top Public Liberal Arts Schools in the nation for 2025, after earning the No. 7 spot the prior three years. The College's focus on affordable education and economic prosperity is reflected in additional 2025 U.S. News rankings: No. 5 for Top Performer on Social Mobility for liberal arts colleges in the...

Summary Police Officers ensure compliance with Federal laws and Agency rules and regulations pertaining to law enforcement work. They maintain law and order; protect civil rights; carry firearms; provide assistance in emergency situations; investigate criminal activity and misconduct; and safeguard NGA personnel and assets. They also conduct patrols; prevent and detect violations; prepare accident and inc This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency External Applicants Only Duties ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: NOTE: Applicants must pass a written exam and a physical abilities test before they will receive a conditional offer of employment. If selected for further evaluation, you will receive an invitation via email to attend a Police Officer Hiring Event to participate in screening activities to include pass an initial Physical Ability Test (PAT)...

Western Connecticut State University (WCSU) is a constituent unit of the Board of Regents for Higher Education (BOR), Connecticut State Colleges and Universities. As one of the State of Connecticut institutions of higher learning, this university offers undergraduate and graduate programs that weave together liberal arts and professional education and instill a desire for life-long learning. We are recruiting for a full-time Police Officer position in Danbury, CT. WCSU has two campuses in Danbury - the Midtown campus, located at 181 White Street and the Westside campus, located at 43 Lake Avenue Extension. The University Police Department is located on the Midtown campus and serves both campuses. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU NEW: Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page! Professional growth and development opportunities. A healthy work/life balance to all employees. Our state has a lot to offer - from fun...

The City of Mitchell is a small town in western Nebraska with a population of 1500 residents. We are a small community that values the family and businesses that what make Mitchell a great town to be a part of. We are currently seeking a full-time police officer to protect and serve our small-town community. For questions regarding the position please contact our chief of police Dominick Pedersen at chief@mitchellcity.net or the City Administrator at cityadmin@mitchellcity.net. Job Description: JOB TITLE: Police Patrol Officer REPORTS TO: Police Chief DEPARTMENT: Police SUPERVISES: NIA A. MAJOR DUTIES: The job of Police Patrol Officer involves the responsibility for the enforcement of law, ordinances, prevention and detection of crime, and protection of the general welfare of the citizens of the city. A Patrol Officer may perform his/her duties in a police vehicle, or on foot. The primary work of a Patrol Officer is to perform routine patrolling of the City according to the...

Summary This position will serve as a Police Officer at the New Mexico VA Medical Center in Albuquerque, NM.The Police Officer will perform a full range of police duties by following and executing rules, regulations, or procedures covering law and rules enforcement, physical and personal security operations, patrol duties, control desk duty, coordination with local courts, and/or crime prevention activities for the local jurisdiction. This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency ALL US CITIZENS. DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation. Duties Duties include but are not limited to: Protects the civil rights of all individuals on VA controlled property; Prevents, detect and investigate crimes; Patrols assigned areas on foot or by motor vehicle; Subdues persons...

Sergeant (Police Officer III) Description University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Department: Police Department Job Title: Sergeant (Police Officer III) Position #:00765485 - Requisition #: 38886 Job Summary: Key Responsibilities Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, and review the work of sworn law enforcement staff involved in traffic and field patrol, investigations, crime prevention, community relations, and related services and activities; supervise non-sworn, unarmed security officers. Serve as a first-level supervisor for an assigned shift; prepare and administer briefings; supervise and direct sworn and non-sworn staff and activities on assigned shifts; conduct personnel, equipment, and inspections. Sets an example in dignity, courtesy, discretion, initiative, industry, diligence, truthfulness, courage, attention to duty, attention to detail, and the observance of proper discipline. Coaches and mentor's subordinates....

Starting pay is based on experience, with experienced officers eligible for placement at the higher end of the pay range. Officers receive step increases annually. Application available at https://www.town-and-country.org/546/Apply-Today Submit applications to DuddlestonD@town-and-country.org Job Overview The Police Officer is a vital member of the law enforcement community, dedicated to maintaining public safety and order. This role involves patrolling assigned areas, responding to emergencies, and enforcing laws to protect citizens and property. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to community service, possess excellent communication skills, and exhibit the ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism and integrity. Duties Patrol designated areas on foot or in a patrol vehicle to deter and detect criminal activity. Respond promptly to emergency calls and incidents, providing assistance as needed. Conduct investigations...

The University Police Department at the University of Alaska Anchorage is currently seeking applicants for full-time police officer positions. All officers at the department are sworn police officers and must meet and complete the certification requirements of the Alaska Police Standards Council (APSC). For information about the University of Alaska Anchorage, please visit www.uaa.alaska.edu . The University Police Department provides safety services for the Anchorage campus and residential halls. Made up of sworn officers, a chief, sergeants, dispatchers, non-sworn security, civilian records professionals, and student workers, we show up every day to help students accomplish their educational goals in peace and safety. Officers provide convenient services to UAA staff and students. These services include vehicle jumpstarts, vehicle unlocks, safety escorts on campus and room unlocks, safety presentations, community policing and welfare checks on students, staff, and...

Location: Fort Lewis College, Durango Colorado Pay Rate: 30.02 USD Position Summary: This work unit exists to provide a safe environment conducive to and supportive of education at Fort Lewis College. This purpose requires many roles from unit personnel. The preservation of a peaceful community, providing physically safe grounds and buildings, enforcing federal, state, local and campus statutes and policies, protecting persons and property, controlling crime, educating the community on crime prevention, providing emergency services, assisting other College departments in their mission, providing security for special events and specifically providing a full range of professional police services. This job will be posted from 3/16/2026 through until 11:59 p.m. on 4/15/2026 The salary range for this position is $62433 through $65582. Applications must be submitted before the announcement closes. PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT an...

Requisition Number: 70684 Location: Boulder, Colorado City Boulder State Colorado Employment Type: University Staff Schedule: Full-Time Posting Close Date: 31-Mar-2026 Date Posted: 17-Mar-2026 Job Summary The Division of Public Safety at CU Boulder encourages applications for a Lateral Police Officer! This position exists to maintain order, prevent, solve, and document criminal activity. Officers' duties can include the following: conduct various methods of patrol, arrest violators, file criminal cases with prosecuting attorneys' offices, respond to emergencies, and provide a wide range of citizen assistance. Police Officers work special events including athletic events, distinguished speakers and lecturers, and concerts. Police Officers will routinely solve issues that require heightened decision-making abilities, and use analysis and individual discretion to make choices affecting others and the campus at large....

Summary This position serves as a Police Officer carrying out responsibilities and duties work for Syracuse VA Medical Center. This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency ALL US CITIZENS. DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation. Duties Major duties and responsibilities will include: Provides services routinely at all segments of VA facilities located over large geographical areas, some of which may be in different states, counties, municipalities, or townships. Protects Veterans, volunteers, and others on Departmental property, U.S. officials, other individuals, and him or herself during any given situation against threats to personal safety when force becomes necessary to enforce laws and regulations. Carries firearms and other weapons, intervenes when necessary to...

The City of Jamestown is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. Completion of Associate of Arts Degree or more than 60 semester hour credits directly applicable to a Bachelors Degree is preferred. In addition, it is preferred that applicants have completed the Peace Officers Basic Training, currently licensed in accordance with North Dakota P.O.S.T. requirements. Applicants must have a valid North Dakota drivers license or must obtain one prior to employment. It is also desirable that an applicant have some background in dealing with the public. Starting salary for this position is $4,954 per month. (Salary range is $4,954 - $7,487). Full announcement may be found on the City of Jamestown website. Only applications submitted on official forms will be accepted. Applications are available at City Hall, 102 3rd Avenue Southeast in Jamestown, or on the Citys website at www.jamestownnd.gov. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled....

Summary This position will serve as a Police Officer at the VA St. Louis Healthcare System in St. Louis, MO. The Police Officer will perform a full range of police duties by following and executing rules, regulations, or procedures covering law and rules enforcement, physical and personal security operations, patrol duties, control desk duty, coordination with local courts, and/or crime prevention activities for the local jurisdiction. This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency ALL US CITIZENS. DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation. Duties Protects the civil rights of all individuals on VA controlled property; Prevents, detect and investigate crimes; Patrols assigned areas on foot or by motor vehicle; Subdues persons causing disturbance or who threaten harm to...

Summary This position serves as a Police Officer at the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas. The Police Officer will be executing rules, regulations, or procedures covering law enforcement, physical and personal security operations, patrol duties, control desk duty, coordination with local courts, and/or crime prevention activities for the local jurisdiction. DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation. This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants. Clarification from the agency ALL US CITIZENS. DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation. Duties...

The Maple Bluff Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Full-Time Police Officer (2nd Shift). This position offers the opportunity to serve a supportive lakeside community, guided by our core values of Integrity, Compassion, Trust, and Dedication. As a Full-Time Police Officer, you will play a vital role in maintaining safety, building trust, and addressing a variety of incidents through proactive problem-solving and collaborative policing strategies. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with residents and participate in outreach initiatives, including public safety events. Patrol and Emergency Response: Conduct patrols, respond promptly to calls for service, and ensure public safety. Investigation and Enforcement: Enforce local, state, and federal laws, investigate incidents, and collaborate with prosecutors and stakeholders. Administrative Duties: Complete detailed reports, maintain...

Description This job posting is for our June 12th testing date and may qualify you for the September 2026 academy. If you are interested in applying for a testing date on July 17th for the September 2026 academy contact Faith Teycer at faith.teycer@springfieldmo.gov or call 417-864-1914. The Springfield Police Department is seeking to hire passionate new officers to make a positive impact in the Southwest Missouri area. Our department has one of the best training programs in the area, along with an abundance of diverse specialized units to experience, and an excellent benefits package . We are looking for people who are dedicated and motivated to serve. Individuals who believe in constitutional, community-engaged policing and who are committed to protecting the rights of all people. As a Springfield Police Recruit, you'll have received quality training through the Academy to prepare you for the position of Police Officer. After graduating the Academy, you will...

ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY ENROLLED AND/OR ATTENDING A POLICE ACADEMY OR HAVE GRADUATED FROM AN ACCREDITED POLICE ACADEMY OR HAVE CURRENT OR PREVIOUS LAW ENFORCEMENT WORK EXPERIENCE SCHEDULING INTERVIEWS ON AN ONGOING BASIS ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION MUST BE COMPLETED & TURNED IN BEFORE SCHEDULED FOR AN INTERVIEW The Police Officer Certified/Certifiable position protects and serves the citizens and communities of the City of Lansing. Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of duties involving the enforcement of laws and the prevention of crimes; controls traffic flow and enforces state and local traffic regulations; issues citations; participates in and conducts a variety of criminal investigations; makes arrests; provides support and assistance to special crime prevention and law enforcement programs; and performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of law enforcement services and activities. Education &...

WHO WE ARE Be the difference! The Metro Transit Police Department is hiring FT Police Officers and Lateral FT Police Officers. Both are eligible for hiring bonuses. 2026 Salary Rates: Start - $40.70 hourly / $84,656 annual After year 1 - $43.96 hourly / $91,437 annual After year 2 - $47.20 hourly / $98,176 annual After year 3 - $50.45 hourly / $104,936 annual After year 4 - $54.26 hourly / $112,861 annual The Metro Transit Police Department is one of the fastest growing agencies in the state due to the expansion of light rail and Rapid Transit Bus systems. We are a licensed police force committed to the safety of our customers and employees, serving eight counties and approximately 85 cities in the region. There is an authorized strength of 171 full-time officers, 70 community service offers, and 34 administrative staff dedicated to one thing: public safety on and near our transit system. Our mission statement is : Safeguarding the transit...

Summary This position will serve as a Police Officer at the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis, IN.The Police Officer will perform a full range of police duties by following and executing rules, regulations, or procedures covering law and rules enforcement, physical and personal security operations, patrol duties, control desk duty, coordination with local courts, and/or crime prevention activities for the local jurisdiction This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency ALL US CITIZENS DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.205) for this occupation. Duties Protects the civil rights of all individuals on VA controlled property; Prevents, detect and investigate crimes; Patrols assigned areas on foot or by motor vehicle; Subdues persons causing disturbance or who threaten harm to...

Police Officer (Full-Time) The Boscawen Police Department is looking to hire a motivated individual to fill a vacancy. The Town of Boscawen offers a diverse patrol area with approximately 25 square miles, including approximately half a mile of inland waterway. Within the Town of Boscawen sits Route 3 and Route 4, and is in close proximity to I-93, and vehicle traffic through Town is measured in the tens of thousands. Boscawen borders the cities of Concord and Franklin. Boscawen is home to the beautiful State Veterans Cemetery as well as the Merrimack County facilities, including the Nursing Home, Sheriff’s Office, and Department of Corrections. The Boscawen Police Department is active in the community of over 4,000 and enjoys the support of its residents. The Boscawen Police Department believes in utilizing contemporary and progressive policing practices and is dedicated in the effort toward community engagement and interaction. We provide and utilize modern equipment,...