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University Police Officer

Wichita State University*

Wichita, KSFull-time$22.8/hrSeen 4 days agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$22.8/hr
Location
Wichita, KS
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Kansas Law Enforcement Certification Or EligibilityKS CPOST Certification And TrainingValid Kansas Driver's License

Job overview

The University Police Officer provides public safety services at Wichita State University, including emergency response, asset protection, traffic control, community interaction, enforcement, preliminary investigations, and victim services. The officer patrols campus, responds to violations, prepares investigative documentation, secures buildings, and provides requested assistance such as safety escorts and help with disabled vehicles. The schedule varies with departmental needs and follows a four-day, 10-hour workday schedule.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Emergency ResponseAsset ProtectionTraffic ControlCommunity InteractionField InvestigationsVictim ServicesCriminal InvestigationsLaw EnforcementReport WritingFirst AidCriminal LawTraffic LawFirearmsMotor Vehicle OperationOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationIndependent WorkStress ManagementPhysical DexterityComputer OperationDriving

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentKansas Law Enforcement Certification or EligibilityValid Kansas Driver's LicenseKS CPOST Certification and TrainingWSUPD Field Training Program

Full job description

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13708330 Job Summary Provides public safety services including but not limited to; emergency response, asset protection, traffic control, community interaction, parking and/or traffic enforcement, preliminary field investigations, victim services, and interviewing victims, witnesses and/or suspects. Essential Functions Patrols University grounds, buildings and streets by foot, bicycle, and vehicle to maintain public safety, prevent crime, enforce laws and traffic infractions, apprehend criminal offenders, and prevent and respond to violations of laws, policies and regulations. Utilizes and employs the appropriate law enforcement response in all situations. Interacts with community members and others citizens in an appropriate manner to further efforts to provide public safety, prevent crime and ensure compliance with laws, policies and regulations. Determines when to initiate criminal investigations and when to initiate lawful arrests. Prepares appropriate written documentation of investigative efforts. Locks and unlocks interior and exterior doors on campus buildings as directed in order to provide security and asset protection. Provides special customer service as requested which may include but are not limited to, jump starts, unlocks, limited assistance with disabled autos, and safety escorts for people on campus. Required Education and Experience: - High school diploma or equivalent - None Required License/Certifications/Training: Kansas certified law enforcement officer or capability to become Kansas certified law enforcement officer in accordance with Kansas law\ Valid Kansas drivers license Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Ability to acquire, complete, and maintain KS CPOST Certification and Training Requirements. - Ability to successfully complete WSUPD Field Training Program. - Ability to acquire knowledge of modern police methods and procedures including the rights of the criminally accused, criminal investigation techniques, search and seizure, interview and interrogation techniques, and surveillance. - Ability to acquire knowledge of departmental rules and regulations. - Ability to acquire knowledge of physical location assigned, including buildings, streets, and areas where more than police attention may be required. - Ability to acquire knowledge of first aid and skill in its application. - Ability to acquire knowledge of federal and state criminal and traffic laws. - Ability to acquire knowledge of the harmful effects and dangers of drug usage. - Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, prepare clear and comprehensive reports, and express ones self orally or in writing. - Ability to enforce laws, ordinances, and regulations with firmness, tact, and impartiality. - Ability to analyze situations promptly and accurately, and to quickly adopt prompt, effective, and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances. - Ability to safely use and care for police equipment, including firearms and motor vehicles. - Ability to qualify with duty weapon(s) on a regular basis. - Ability to observe situations analytically, impartially, and objectively, and to record pertinent information accurately and completely. - Ability to work independently with or without detailed supervision. - Ability to evaluate the relative importance of all information received. - Ability to remain calm under stressful conditions. - Ability to work long hours under difficult and arduous conditions. Physical Requirements: Ability to position self to perform safety and security actions determined by police methods and procedures. Ability to use tools, equipment, and technology necessary to do the job. This includes dexterity in instrument manipulation. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information. Ability to inspect and/or surveil materials, equipment, reports, and/or incidents and identify any errors, needs and/or determining factors. Ability to drive state vehicle. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Additional Physical Requirement: Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to constantly move objects. **Department:**WSU Police Department **Campus Location:**Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus **Hire Type:**Full Time **Pay:**Minimum salary is $22.80/hour and is commensurate with experience and education **Work Schedule:**Varies based upon needs of the department. Will be 10-hours per day, 4-days per week schedule **Export Compliance Requirement:**This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled tec

How this job compares

Set against the 448 open Law Enforcement jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 5, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$22.8/hr
  • US median$26–31/hr70 hourly ranges

This rate, $22.80/hr, is 23% below the US median midpoint ($29/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Law Enforcement hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 11 open Law Enforcement jobs in Kansas and 448 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
Law Enforcement postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 3 years (227 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 197 of the 448 open Law Enforcement jobs (44%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

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