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Police Officer

Indiana State University

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About the Institution
Indiana State University is a Tier 2 national University with a Carnegie classification of doctoral/research. Nationally ranked and accredited, we are in Terre Haute, IN and have been recognized by the Princeton Review and the Wall Street Journal among the best universities in the Midwest. Indiana State is one of the most diverse college campuses in Indiana and home to a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff representing nearly every U.S. state and 36 countries around the world.
Our beautiful, active, pedestrian-friendly campus is located within walking distance of local shops, restaurants, and activities in Terre Haute’s historic downtown district. Situated near the Indiana-Illinois border, we are located 70 miles southwest of Indianapolis and within a few hours of major metropolitan centers in St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville. On campus, there are 160 student-run organizations, an expansive Student Recreation Center, a Performing Arts Series, and University Speakers Series, among other attractions. Indiana State Athletics, known as the “Fighting Sycamores,” fields 15 NCAA Division I athletic teams in the Missouri Valley Conference.
Ranked nationally for social mobility, Indiana State University transforms the lives of our students through experiential learning, community engagement, and career readiness, serving as a dynamic educational partner for businesses and industries throughout the Midwest. Our faculty provide instruction in small class sizes that provide opportunities for personalized instruction and feedback. Indiana State supports and recognizes faculty research and scholarship, providing an internal grants resource pool and other forms of support, and awarding faculty research honors each spring. Indiana State University is a place of belonging where students, faculty, and staff learn, thrive, and grow together.
Indiana State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, political views or activity, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including recruiting, hiring, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and applicable apprenticeships.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability, you may contact us at isu-humanresources@indstate.edu

Comments to Applicants
Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. for other than practical training. The university will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Job Title
Police Officer

Department
Public Safety Department

Work Schedule
shift work

Notice of Vacancy Number
24-00344

Desired Start Date

 
Open Date
12/19/2024

Close Date
01/16/2025

Open Until Filled
No

Job Category
Staff-Non-Exempt

Job Type
Staff - Full-Time

Pay Grade
9

Hourly Rate or Salary Range
$24.79 /hr (annual salary $56,720 including overtime pay)

Benefits Associated with this Position
    • Sick Leave: Accrues at a rate of 12 days per fiscal year with unlimited accumulation.
    • Life Insurance: The coverage amount is based on two and one-half times appointment salary rounded up to the next whole thousand with a maximum coverage of $100,000 and includes the same amount of Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefits. The University currently pays the entire cost of coverage.
    • Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Coverage: The cost of coverage is shared between employees and the University. Rates are determined by participation in Wellness Program and use of tobacco products. Coverage is available on the first of the month following appointment date.
    • Public Employees Retirement Fund (PERF): The employee share of three (3) percent is paid by ISU. The employer (ISU) share is actuarially determined annually by the State of Indiana. There is no cost to the employee. A minimum of ten (10) years of service is required for PERF vesting. PERF has several investment options from which to choose. Note: For individuals who are receiving PERF Retirement, contributions may not be made.
    • TIAA Auto Enroll: New employees are automatically enrolled in a tax deferred retirement program at hire: three (3) percent is deducted before taxes for the program to facilitate retirement planning. Employees may opt out of the program within 90 days.
    • Long Term Disability Coverage: Employees are eligible after three (3) years of continuous, regular employment with the University. This policy guarantees approved disabled employees a 66 2/3 percent income protection (from all sources) after 180 days of continuous total disability. Immediate participation is available for current members of a comparable group disability insurance program within 90 days prior to ISU employment and that would have provided income protection upon disability for at least five years.
    • Fee Waiver Program: For the employee, spouse and dependent children: Staff may enroll in up to 18 hours of course work each academic year at a reduced rate. Spouses may enroll in 15 semester hours each academic year with 80% of qualified tuition waived. Dependent children of regular full-time staff who are full-time degree seeking undergraduate students at ISU may receive a fee waiver of 80% of qualified tuition for up to a total of ten (10) semesters.
    • Vacation: Employee accrues 10-20 vacation days per year based upon years of service.
    • Convenience Day: Employees have one per fiscal year to use.

 

Optional Benefits

 
  • Voluntary Life Insurance: Additional amounts of life insurance may be purchased on employee, spouse and dependent children.
  • Voluntary Vision Plan: May enroll within the first 31 days of employment date.

 

Job Summary/Basic Function
Enforces University, city, state, and federal laws. Protects life, property and prevents crime. Assists in crime investigations; preserves, collects, and processes evidence.

Specific Responsibilities

 
Required Relevant Education & Experience
Education: High School diploma or GED

Required Field(s) of Study
Education: High School diploma or GED

Preferred Relevant Education and Experience
Education: Bachelor’s Degree (4 years)

Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

 
Other Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Must be a United States citizen as required for admission to the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy.

Preferred Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

 
Preferred Other Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Indiana Law Enforcement Academy basic school

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

 
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to multitask in stressful environment Strong teaching ability Ability to meet physical agility exit standards of the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy Must be eligible to work in the United States Ability to graduate from Indiana Law Enforcement Academy

Qualifications & Disclaimer

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The information on this description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.


NCAA Guidelines

All employees and staff of ISU are bound by all NCAA, Missouri Valley Conference and institutional rules and regulations pertaining to intercollegiate athletics and must conduct themselves in accordance therewith. For more complete information on the duties and obligations of ISU employees and staff in this regard, employees and staff should contact the Compliance Office in the ISU Athletic Department.

No ISU employee (whether paid or a volunteer) shall knowingly influence others to furnish the NCAA or an ISU investigator/compliance officer false or misleading information concerning an individual’s involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to a possible violation of an NCAA regulation. Failure to abide by this term of employment shall constitute unethical conduct as defined by the NCAA and may result in immediate suspension and/or termination of the employment relationship with ISU.


Position Reappointment Required
No
Job Duties

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Patrols assigned post, investigates reported incidents, and performs arrests according to violations of city, county, state, and federal laws; processes arrested suspects including taking photographs and inked fingerprint impressions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Prepares investigative accident and condition reports including sketches and mathematical computations; gathers information for criminal investigations including interviewing, obtaining statements, and collecting evidence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Directs vehicle and pedestrian traffic; enforces parking and traffic rules and regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provides crowd and traffic control during sporting events, concerts and other special events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responds to emergency situations and assists local police agencies as necessary.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provides information and directions; mediates disputes and advises of rights and processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters including directing traffic, administering emergency medical aid, extinguishing small fires; moves, secures and evacuates people from dangerous situations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs security and safety checks of University grounds and facilities; secures and provides authorized access to University facilities during and after hours of operation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned

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