Police Officer at Johnson County Community College Overland Park, KS

Police Officer – Johnson County Community College Location: Overland Park, KS Position : Police Officer, Operations Type of Position : Full-time Hourly, Non-Exempt Work Schedule : Varies depending on department needs, 40 hours per week Pay Range : $26.39–$34.33 per hour, based on relevant years of work experience Benefits : Full-time Benefits Position Summary Provide law enforcement and public safety services to the Johnson County Community College (JCCC) community. Responsibilities include enforcement of criminal statutes with full arrest authority, parking and traffic enforcement, crime prevention, patrol activity, accident investigation, domestic disturbance resolution, prosecution support, non‑criminal public safety services, and enforcement of college policies, rules, and regulations. Required Qualifications Career‑development professional within field. Requires moderate skill set and proficiency in discipline. Conducts work assignments of increasing complexity, under moderate supervision with some latitude for independent judgment. High School degree and certification as Kansas‑commissioned Police Officer. Eligible to attend a basic law enforcement training program acceptable to Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC). Must obtain certification as a Law Enforcement Officer issued through the KLETC prior to permanent employment. Must qualify and certify with firearms, ASP baton, CPR, AED, First Aid, and Oleoresin Capsicum spray. Must obtain NIMS and ICSS training certificates. Minimum age 21. Required to be a US Citizen by the State of Kansas. Job Duties Monitor activity in buildings and conduct security patrols on foot or in vehicle to detect suspicious activity, deter crime, preserve law and order, and safeguard life and property. Monitor campus grounds for any safety hazards. Answer calls for service typical of a college environment, such as responding to medical emergencies, serving as a personal escort, locking and unlocking classroom doors, providing money escorts, property recovery, and keeping campus thoroughfares and lots unobstructed. Provide assistance to students, staff, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner that instills trust and respect within the JCCC community. Perform duties in a conscientious and efficient manner. Control traffic flow and enforce state and local traffic regulations. Provide warnings, issue citations, and make arrests for violations of state laws, local ordinances, or JCCC policies and rules. Conduct interviews with victims and witnesses and gather information and evidence. Prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities. Prepare related documentation in a timely and accurate manner. Respond swiftly to emergencies, such as accidents, medical incidents, natural disasters, and criminal incidents, providing assistance and coordinating with other emergency services as required. Testify in courts and at hearings. Prepare documentation and present case evidence. Inspect and maintain assigned patrol car, uniform, and equipment. Ensure all equipment is working properly. Report any defects in need of correction to leaders. Assist with event security and protection of high-profile campus visitors. Equal Employment Opportunity JCCC provides equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals. JCCC does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, religion, marital status, parental status, military status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other factors that cannot be lawfully considered in its programs and activities, which includes employment and admissions, in accordance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Executive Order 11246, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, the Kansas Acts Against Discrimination and all other applicable civil‑rights and nondiscrimination laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr