College Police Officer

Salary : $54,000.00 Annually
Location : Wildwood
Job Type: Full-Time Non-Academic Affairs
Job Number: 26-00240
Organization: Harrison Center Police (412011)
Opening Date: 05/04/2026
Salary: 54,000


Position Summary


The College Police Officer performs duties necessary to provide a safe and physically secure campus environment, ensuring effective and accurate communication with peers, supervisors, and college officials, while interacting with the public in a professional manner and responding to crises under emergency management guidelines.

Please note: This position will be located at the Wildwood campus.

Primary Duties Performed

• Provides a safe and secure campus environment by conducting patrols to deter and detect criminal activities
• Investigates suspected crimes and violations of college policies, collects evidence, and prepares reports
• Apprehends or detains individuals suspected or convicted of applicable criminal laws and enforces criminal and traffic laws
• Provides public safety assistance to campus motorists and pedestrians, including investigating accidents, administering first aid, and providing escort services
• Facilitates the operation of emergency notification systems by reporting hazardous conditions and adverse weather alerts
• Maintains competency in police patrol-related skills, including emergency vehicle operations, radio communications, firearms, less-than-lethal technologies, de-escalation techniques, and defensive tactics
• Participates in campus or community-based committees or events as designated
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) with 0-3 years of experience
• Valid Missouri driver's license without record of revocation or felony convictions
• Valid Class A Missouri Peace Officer's License (P.O.S.T.) at the time of hiring offer, with no current disciplinary action
• Ability to pass a thorough background investigation which includes drug screening, criminal background check and character reference assessment
• Ability to pass a firearms qualification course as determined by the college
• Preferred: Experience working in an educational institution, prior military experience with an honorable discharge, 3 or more years serving as a commissioned police officer, experience as an F.T.O., detective, supervisor, or related specialized training, school resource officer, knowledge of the Clery Act and/or Title IX

Working Conditions

• Work must be performed in varying internal and external environments that may include work performance in fluctuating weather conditions and temperatures for periods of time dependent on the nature of the activity and the duration of the service needed

Physical Requirements:

• Constantly required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time in excess of one (1) hour
• Must have sufficient vision, hearing, and/or neuromuscular capabilities to successfully complete periodic firearms training/qualification, defensive tactics training/qualification, and other skill-related training as may be required to perform the scope of duties within the police patrol function
• Regularly required to lift or carry in excess of 25 lbs
• Constantly required to bend, stoop, crawl or climb, and have functional hearing

St. Louis Community College offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting your first day. Enjoy a generous paid time off program, which includes 11 paid holidays, 4 days between Christmas and New Years, 4 personal days, and accrued medical and vacation leave. Participation in the Non-Certificated Employee Retirement Plan (NCERP) is required. The current employee contribution is 4% of pre-tax income, with the College matching at 4%. Benefit from tuition waivers, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities that support your continued growth and well-being.
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Valid Class A Missouri Peace Officer's License (P.O.S.T.) at the time of hiring offer, with no current disciplinary action

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