Police Officer

Police OfficerLocation: University PoliceRegular/Temporary: RegularJob ID: 607870Full/Part Time: Full-TimeWorkplace CultureNAU aims to be the nation's preeminent engine of opportunity,vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact bydelivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona andbeyond.Special Information• Applicants without a current law enforcement certification andcurrently certified police officers (laterals) will both beconsidered for this position. Preference may be given to lateralapplicants.• You must have both an NAU application submitted and have takenand passed The Law Enforcement-Frontline National Test (NTN) to bescheduled for an interview.• Register for, and schedule the Law Enforcement-FrontlineNational Test through the National Testing Network (NTN) byvisiting the following link:https://nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/search.cfm?position=1#viewresults\• Lateral applicants are exempt from the requirement oftaking NTN• Start dates for selected lateral applicants will be determinedbased on background investigation requirements and field trainingprogram scheduling.• NAU provides education assistance benefits to both employeesand their eligible dependents.• This position is an on-site position which requires theincumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus,or facility with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remotework are rare.Job DescriptionNAU Police Officers patrol campus to detect and deter criminal orsuspicious activity. Officers investigate criminal activity,vehicle accidents, personal injuries and university administrativeviolations and write detailed reports describing suchincidents/investigations. NAUPD provides professional, courteous,and effective service to all campus members, including students,faculty, staff, and guests. NAUPD investigates complaints and worksto resolve conflicts both on campus and concerning the campuscommunity.Essential Physical Requirements• Able to drag objects up to 165 pounds.• Able to pass a physical abilities test - https://in.nau.edu/police-department/employment-opportunities/Enforcement of Local, State, and Federal Laws - 30%• Patrols assigned areas on foot, bicycle, or by motorizedvehicle to control traffic, prevent or deter crime and educate,cite and/or arrest violators; issues warnings or citations todrivers when violations of motor vehicle laws are observed;enforces Federal and State laws as well as university rules.• Constantly analyzes the job for improvements to, ormodifications of, university law enforcement services and makesrecommendations to department management.Response and Investigation of Crimes, Accidents and Incidents -30%• Responds to emergency alarms and calls for service; makesdecisions based on analysis of situation and facts.• Responds to public service calls such as delivering emergencymessages, motorist assists, animal complaints, civil complaints,domestic disturbances.• Investigates reports of missing persons.• Identifies unsafe conditions or areas ripe for criminalactivity; reports conditions and takes corrective actions.• Investigates all types of crimes and accidents; performsfollow-up duties on crimes/accidents as directed by supervisor;interviews suspects and witnesses; collects evidence and facts;files appropriate reports as directed by federal, state, or locallegal requirements.Administrative Duties and Training - 20%• Prepares detailed written reports of crimes, accidents, andincidents.• Compiles daily reports on law enforcement activities fordepartment management.• Serves warrants, subpoenas, or other court processes asnecessary.• Appears in court to provide testimony on investigations.• Participates in ongoing and recurring trainings as required bythe department and its accrediting agencies, the university, andthe Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training board.• Trains sworn and non-sworn personnel on departmental policies,procedures, and activities.Department Representation - 15%• Works with the university residents/community and other outsidepublic agencies to solve residential/university concerns.• Makes oral presentations to students, faculty, staff, and othercitizen groups on crime prevention/public safety issues.• Maintains knowledge of, and answers questions about, campus lawenforcement.Other - 5%• Other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications• High School diploma or GED Experience Credentials• Current AZPOST certification in good standing, or ability toobtain after successful completion of police academy or throughwaiver process.• 21 years of age upon completion of academy, US citizen, andmeets AZPOST standards.• Possess current AZ Driver's License.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities• Knowledge of law enforcement practices and procedures.• Skill in analytical, objective observation of situations andquick decision making.• Maintain proficiency in law enforcement equipment.• Maintain ability to perform to physical requirements of thejob.• Skill in managing situations courteously, tactfully,impartially, and firmly.• Skill in the accurate and complete recording ofinformation.• Ability to communicate effectively both in verbal and writtenformats.• Skill in keyboarding and the operation of a personalcomputer.Driving RequirementDriving a vehicle on behalf of the university is anticipated to bea regular part of this position. Arizona Administrative Code FleetSafety Policy requires all employees who drive on universitybusiness become authorized by submitting Driver's licenseinformation for driving record monitoring, and completion oftraining appropriate to the level of driving performed. The lawapplies to all faculty, staff, and students who drive personal oruniversity-owned motorized vehicles for any business purpose. Moreinformation on the NAU Authorized Driver Policy can be found onthe NAU website.Background InformationThis position has been identified as a safety/security sensitiveposition. Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern ArizonaUniversity requires satisfactory results for the following: acriminal background investigation, employment historyinvestigation, degree verification (in some cases) andfingerprinting. If you are applying for a job that requires a CDL,you will be required to register with the Federal Motor CarrierSafety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and adhereto the clearinghouse requirements. Additionally, as an employer inthe state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federalE-Verify program that assists employers with verifying newemployees' right to work in the United States. Finally, each yearNorthern Arizona University releases an Annual Security Report. The report is a resultof a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Cleryreportable crime statistics for the three most recent completedcalendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAUuses to keep students and employees safe including how to reportcrimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, theFire Safety Report is combined with the AnnualSecurity Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as thiscampus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses firesafety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housingand statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If youwould like a free paper copy of the report, please contact theNAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting thedepartment at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.Salary• Starting Salary is $55,000 while in the Police Academy and willincrease to $57,750 upon graduation from the Police Academy.• Lateral Salary is $57,750- $67,000 Annual salary commensuratewith candidate's qualifications and related experience.FLSA StatusThis position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act(FLSA). The incumbent is eligible for overtime pay or compensatorytime according to University policy. Further, the employee mustsubmit timesheets that accurately reflect all hours worked.BenefitsThis is a Classified Staff (CLS) position. NAU offers an excellentbenefit package including generous health, dental and visioninsurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System;paid vacation and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction foremployees and qualified dependents. More information on benefits atNAU is available on the Human Resources benefits website. Classified Staffemployees are in a probationary status for their first six monthsat NAU. NAU is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. Employees offered aposition will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU'sBCBS Plan). New employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of thepay period following their enrollment, after their employment date.Employees will have 31 days from their start date to enroll inbenefits. Additionally, new employees will begin participating inthe Arizona State Retirement System, and the long-term disabilitycoverage that accompanies it, on the first of the pay periodfollowing 6 months after the new employee's start date.Learning and DevelopmentYour career at Northern Arizona University includes the opportunityfor professional development. New employee on-boarding training includes courses tobe completed within the first 30 days.Immigration Suppt/SponsorshipNAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorshipfor this position.Application DeadlineOpen Until Further NoticeHow to ApplyTo apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button onthis page. You must submit your application by clicking on the"Submit" button by midnight of the application deadline. If youneed assistance completing your application there are instructionsavailable on the Human Resources website or in person in theHuman Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus- on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonableaccommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contactthe Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ86011.Equal Employment OpportunityNorthern Arizona University is a committed EqualOpportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities,veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.Know Your Rights PosterNAU is an Employer of National Service. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps,and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.To apply, visit https://hr.peoplesoft.nau.edu/psp/ph92prta/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=607870&PostingSeq=1jeid-bd7147ad09e54c4883b7a4499b10e049