UConn - Entry Level Police Officer - Storrs (2019034)

Job Prerequisites

• Connecticut Police Chiefs Written Test
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Job Announcement

The University of Connecticut Police Department, an internationally accredited agency through CALEA, is inviting applicants with a valid Connecticut Police Chiefs Association (CPCA) exam score to apply for Police Officer vacancies currently available at our Storrs Campus. Applicants must be willing to work in a fast paced, diverse community. UConn Police Officers provide a wide range of police services along with investigation of criminal incidents, preparation of arrest and search warrant affidavits, enforcement of motor vehicle and criminal laws, and management of public demonstrations and large gatherings. The UConn Police Department is a fully functional police agency with the same statutory authority as any municipal police department in the State of Connecticut. The department is responsible for, and its primary mission is, the protection of lives and property at the University of Connecticut and all adjacent areas within the jurisdiction of the UConn Police Department. This includes the main campus in Storrs and the regional campuses located statewide. Officers may patrol in cruisers, motorcycles, or bicycles. UConn Police Officers work a challenging schedule that includes major University events, NCAA athletics events, dignitary visits and other complex assignments.

Minimum Qualifications:

In order to be considered for employment as a Police Officer with the UConn Police Department, applicants must:

• Have a current, valid CPCA exam score.
• Must have current valid CHIP card at the time of application or ability to pass department issued physical ability assessment. Visit https://www.ichiptest.com/ for information on obtaining your CHIP card.
• Have no Class A or Class B misdeameanor convictions or any act of perjury or false statement.
• Have no felony convictions.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communications.
• Experience in and awareness of the sensitivity required when interacting with and addressing the needs of a diverse community.
• Available to work at the Storrs Campus.

Preferred Qualifications

• A degree in any field of study from an accredited college/university.
• Volunteer work in the community.
• United States Military Service
For more information on state class specification (job description), minimum qualifications and pay plans, go to:

https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=6599PS&R1=&R3=

Appointment Terms

These are full time, permanent positions with rotating shifts. The University of Connecticut offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes hazardous duty retirement and full medical and dental benefits.  Applicants interested in the Police Officer Trainee position without an exam score can visit https://www.policeapp.com to learn about CPCA exam dates.

To Apply

Qualified applicants must apply online using https://www.policeapp.com/ . To be eligible, you must submit a resume, references and a cover letter that includes why you want to become a Police Officer at the University of Connecticut; your expectations of the job and what skillsets you can bring to the Police Department. Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon successfully completing Polygraph, Psychological, Background, Pre-Employment physical and criminal background check. (Search #2019034)

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:59 p.m. Eastern time on August 31, 2018.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp

The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.

Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. If the deadline date is not specified in the announcement, the agency has sole discretion on setting the deadline and jobs may close without notice. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency.

Applicants are responsible for checking their email and logging into their PoliceApp, PublicSafetyApp, FireFighterApp or EmployementApp account to monitor for emails, scheduling and process updates.