Police Officer

Summary

Police OfficerJoin UVMPolice – Serve, Educate, and Grow with Us. UVMPolice is a values-driven organization committed to fostering safety, education, and trust within our diverse campus community. We prioritize strong relationships and believe that modern policing is about education, collaboration, and thoughtful enforcement. At UVMPolice, your work makes a difference in the lives of students, faculty, staff, and visitors every day.Benefits Include:Signing bonusShift differential pay (in addition to base salary)College tuition remission for employees and dependents10% employer contribution to retirement savings plans (with 2% employee contribution) after probation period20 days of paid time off (PTO) to start, plus medical leaveUp to 8 weeks of Paid Parental LeaveComprehensive health, dental, and vision insuranceOpportunities for overtime and comp time accrualWhy Join UVMPolice?Work in a university environment that values education and personal growthBe part of a team that emphasizes respect, inclusion, and community collaborationServe a vibrant, diverse campus with opportunities to build meaningful connectionsOur Ideal Candidate:Shares our commitment to education, equity, and serviceValues community engagement and open communicationWants to grow professionally in a supportive environmentMinimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) - Associate degree and one to two years specialized experience required. Certification by Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council within probationary period required. Physical examination, written examination, psychological evaluation, and background investigation required pursuant to Rule 32 of Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council required. Valid Vermont driver's license or ability to obtain, and driver's check required. Specific physical requirements apply based on job functions required, listed under Physical Demands & Work Conditions.Desirable QualificationsAnticipated Pay Range - Starting wage $36.62, increase available depending on years of Vermont Law Enforcement experience.Other InformationWeekend work requiredNon-standard work hours requiredA probationary period may be requiredThis position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functionsBackground Check required for this positionFLSA - Non-ExemptUnion Position - Yes, NEPBAPosting DetailsPosition will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.Job Location - Burlington, Vermont, United StatesJob Open Date - 07/21/2026Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)Open Until Filled - NoOur Common Ground StatementThe University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM's mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.Position InformationPosition Title - Police OC2 NPosting Number - S6226PODepartment - Police Services/11575Position Number - 00024350Percent of Full-Time - 1.0Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE - 40Term (months per year) - 12Supplemental Questions* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?Chronicle of Higher EducationHigherEdJobsInside Higher EdLinkedInSeven DaysUVM Employee (Please specify below)UVM Employment Web SiteVermont JobLink (Department of Labor)Other (Please specify below)* Please specify here where applicable. Enter "NA" if not applicable. (Open Ended Question)Documents Needed to ApplyResumeCover Letter/Letter of Application

Job Description

Police OfficerJoin UVMPolice – Serve, Educate, and Grow with Us. UVMPolice is a values-driven organization committed to fostering safety, education, and trust within our diverse campus community. We prioritize strong relationships and believe that modern policing is about education, collaboration, and thoughtful enforcement. At UVMPolice, your work makes a difference in the lives of students, faculty, staff, and visitors every day.Benefits Include:Signing bonusShift differential pay (in addition to base salary)College tuition remission for employees and dependents10% employer contribution to retirement savings plans (with 2% employee contribution) after probation period20 days of paid time off (PTO) to start, plus medical leaveUp to 8 weeks of Paid Parental LeaveComprehensive health, dental, and vision insuranceOpportunities for overtime and comp time accrualWhy Join UVMPolice?Work in a university environment that values education and personal growthBe part of a team that emphasizes respect, inclusion, and community collaborationServe a vibrant, diverse campus with opportunities to build meaningful connectionsOur Ideal Candidate:Shares our commitment to education, equity, and serviceValues community engagement and open communicationWants to grow professionally in a supportive environmentMinimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) - Associate degree and one to two years specialized experience required. Certification by Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council within probationary period required. Physical examination, written examination, psychological evaluation, and background investigation required pursuant to Rule 32 of Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council required. Valid Vermont driver's license or ability to obtain, and driver's check required. Specific physical requirements apply based on job functions required, listed under Physical Demands & Work Conditions.Desirable QualificationsAnticipated Pay Range - Starting wage $36.62, increase available depending on years of Vermont Law Enforcement experience.Other InformationWeekend work requiredNon-standard work hours requiredA probationary period may be requiredThis position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functionsBackground Check required for this positionFLSA - Non-ExemptUnion Position - Yes, NEPBAPosting DetailsPosition will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.Job Location - Burlington, Vermont, United StatesJob Open Date - 07/21/2026Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)Open Until Filled - NoOur Common Ground StatementThe University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM's mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.Position InformationPosition Title - Police OC2 NPosting Number - S6226PODepartment - Police Services/11575Position Number - 00024350Percent of Full-Time - 1.0Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE - 40Term (months per year) - 12Supplemental Questions* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?Chronicle of Higher EducationHigherEdJobsInside Higher EdLinkedInSeven DaysUVM Employee (Please specify below)UVM Employment Web SiteVermont JobLink (Department of Labor)Other (Please specify below)* Please specify here where applicable. Enter "NA" if not applicable. (Open Ended Question)Documents Needed to ApplyResumeCover Letter/Letter of Application