Campus Police Officer

About the Role

As a Campus Police Officer at Washington State University, you will perform general-duty police work to protect life and property, enforce laws and ordinances, maintain order, and prevent and investigate crime in support of WSU. This posting is to build a candidate pool for potential future opportunities; there are no openings currently, but qualified applicants are encouraged to apply for future consideration.

What You'll Do

• Perform general-duty police work to protect life and property on campus and in university-related environments
• Enforce laws and ordinances, maintain order, and respond to emergencies
• Prevent and investigate crime, document incidents, prepare reports, and collaborate with campus/community partners
• Patrol assigned areas, provide public safety services, and participate in training and professional development
• Coordinate with university officials and external agencies as needed

What We're Looking For

• High school graduation or equivalent; 21 years of age; valid driver's license
• No felony convictions; U.S. Citizenship
• Two years of full-time college or one year of police experience
• Equivalent education/experience can substitute for minimum qualifications except where a license/certification/registration is required
• Must obtain and maintain certification or complete a basic law enforcement course approved by the WA LE Training Commission
• Background check will be required due to access to confidential/institutional information and the nature of the role

Nice to Have

• Commissioned law officer under the regulations of the State of Washington
• Strong interpersonal skills for positive interaction with the public, other agencies, and co-workers

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: Monthly earnings between $6,615 and $8,898 (Range 61PG Steps A-M). Overtime eligibility determined by final salary placement.
• This is a full-time, permanent position (100% FTE)
• Benefits include paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation; optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver.