University of Washington

Job Description

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

The Division of Campus Community Safety (DCCS) unifies front-line public safety units across the University for a holistic approach to campus community safety, innovation in approaches, and clarity in leadership responsibility and accountability. Key units include UW Emergency Management, SafeCampus and the UW Police Department Seattle campus. Division staff work daily in partnership with units across and outside the UW system to both create safer, welcoming campus environments; prepare for potential natural or human-made disasters; and respond appropriately to incidents.

Safeguarding the academic community with P.R.I.D.E.

The University of Washington Police Department (UWPD) has the exclusive responsibility to act upon law-enforcement matters and perform police functions for the Seattle Campus of the University of Washington, 24 hours a day. Police Officers at the UWPD respond to public calls for service within a very diverse community, providing community-oriented law enforcement services to the campus and nearby areas, enforcing state laws, city ordinances, and University regulations. Police Officers conduct criminal and traffic investigations, make arrests, prepare necessary documentation, and testify in court. Officers also provide for the safety and security of persons and property at University events and attend community meetings.

The University of Washington Police Department is housed in a state-of-the-art police facility. We are looking for dedicated professionals with police experience to join our ranks. We have so much to offer including a pleasant atmosphere, policing a student population, specialty positions, working Big 10 sporting events, lucrative overtime assignments and an opportunity to practice the community policing and service expected from our internationally and state accredited police department. The UWPD is involved in crime prevention, uniformed patrol response, crowd control, dignitary protection, facilities security, traffic control and enforcement, criminal investigations, and emergency management. We are committed to officer training, a high officer-to-area ratio and innovative policing strategies. Watch our UW Police video to meet us and see what it is like to work on the Seattle campus.

DCCS has an outstanding opportunity for a Campus Police Sergeant, Lateral. All qualified candidates are invited to participate in the selection process.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Perform patrol duties of the police sergeant.
• Be responsible for supervising a squad of police officers, security staff or any other supervisory role at the discretion of the Chief of Police or his designee. Incumbents have arrest powers and are required to be commissioned law officers under the regulations of the State of Washington.
• Assign duties; train and supervise campus police officers assigned to a shift or squad; advise, counsel, and recommend disciplinary and other personnel actions.
• Evaluate performance of subordinates to determine training requirements and deficiencies.
• Assist in development and conduct of training programs for campus police.
• Investigate complaints of disturbance, accidents, stolen property, or criminal activity; conduct internal investigations as assigned.
• Patrol campus buildings and grounds on foot or by vehicle to maintain security.
• Issue citations for violations of campus regulations, local, state, and federal laws.
• Write reports covering the activity of squad or shift assigned, review and correct reports of subordinate officers.
• May perform duties of other Sergeant positions as needed.

Requirements include:

• High school graduation or equivalent
• Possession of a valid driver's license
• Two years of work experience as a campus police officer or equivalent
• No previous felony convictions.
• U.S. citizenship may be required.

A Bachelor's Degree in Police Science may substitute for one year of required experience.

• Lateral candidates must have a minimum of two years’ experience as a full time, paid commissioned Sergeant, and no more than a 24-month break in service; more than a 24-month break in service will require successful completion of the Washington State Equivalency course.

Note: Federal law enforcement officers/agents, corrections officers, jailers, game wardens, military police officers, special or reserve officers/deputies, or any other such positions which fall outside the above guidelines may not qualify for Lateral positions.

Additional requirements include:

• Must be a commissioned State of Washington law enforcement officer or have the ability to become commissioned within 12 months of employment.
• Knowledge of the principles and procedures of modern police science and administration.
• Knowledge of all applicable local, state, and federal laws and court decisions.
• Knowledge in research, developing and writing police policies.
• Ability to successfully communicate and work with citizens and coworkers with diverse backgrounds, goals, and agendas.
• Possess and demonstrate integrity and high personal standards of conduct.
• Ability to prepare and effectively present both oral and written information concerning the activities and operations within the department.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality on sensitive cases and/or projects.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, university officials, other governmental authorities, the media, and the public.
• Proficient in the use of computers, applicable software, emailing, and scheduling programs.
• Flexible and available to work evenings, weekends, holidays as needed.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

Conditions of Employment:

Expected to perform the following or it is a critical part of the position: Standing, sitting, walking, hand dexterity (keyboarding/repetitive movements), reading, writing, hand-eye coordination, hearing, talking, seeing (clear vision near and/or far), using the telephone, contact with general public, working alone.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Working inside/outside and working flexible hours, as needed.

As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

Application Deadline: see above

Oral Boards (panel interview): TBD

1. Apply online by the application deadline noted. A complete application includes:

• Copying/pasting a comprehensive and updated resume into your "candidate record" (online application)
• Completing the Criminal History Disclosure assessment
• Completing the US Work Authorization assessment

2. All information submitted will be considered to determine the applicant's qualifications for this position.

A completed Personal History Statement will be required for those who progress to the Background Investigation Process. Detailed information requested includes:

• Addresses of all residences
• Personal and Professional References
• Names and addresses of family members
• Arrests and criminal history
• Traffic driving record
• Military service
• Employment history
• Drug use
• Education history
• Memberships in professional organizations
• Financial information
• Copies of the following documents: High school diploma/GED certificate; Social Security card; Driver’s License; Birth Certificate (Certified copy)
• Any other documents, certificates, resumes, performance evaluation reports, etc., which show your abilities and training for the position

3. Additional selection steps include:

• Background investigation.
• We anticipate the selection process to take 2 to 3 months.
• Finalists will be invited to participate in on–campus or Zoom interviews.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of comprehensive background investigation.
• Reapplication is permitted at any time, except for candidates disqualified for reasons of prior felony convictions or non-correctable selection.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$120,528.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$139,764.00 annual

Other Compensation:

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

WFSE Police Management UWPD

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

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