Probationary Police Officer

About the role

The University Police Department (UPD) at Cal Poly Pomona is looking for a full-time, probationary Police Officer. The UPD provides law enforcement, physical security and emergency response on campus, operates 24 hours a day, and its officers have statewide police authority. The position is on-site in Pomona, within the SUPA bargaining unit, and pays $6,418 to $9,047.

Key responsibilities

• Enforce local, county and state laws, investigate incidents, make arrests, interview witnesses, transport prisoners and testify in court when required.
• Patrol the campus and university property by vehicle, on foot or from a stationary post, investigate traffic collisions, enforce traffic laws, provide safety escorts and respond to radio calls and emergencies.
• Build rapport with employees, students, volunteers, staff, faculty and visitors, promote community-oriented policing and support partnerships within the university.
• Write reports, including traffic collision sketches and crime scene diagrams, and speak publicly on request.
• Complete POST training and, if needed, act as Officer-in-Charge and supervise civilian employees during emergencies.

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid California driver's license and a P.O.S.T. certificate of eligibility or basic certificate in good standing.
• Eligible to be a peace officer in California; police officer cadets must be eligible.
• Preferred: ability to complete a POST-certified training program, firearms proficiency, passing a medical and physical agility exam, and at least one year of related experience.
• Must be able to work in California; out-of-state work is prohibited.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of current law enforcement methods and criminal codes.
• Clear oral and written communication, including report writing.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations and emergencies effectively.

Candidates receive a conditional offer pending a satisfactory background check, and must verify eligibility to work in the United States. The position is part of the SUPA bargaining unit.