POLICE OFFICER

The Oakland University Police Department is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Police Officer. This position will carry out the patrol functions of the Police Department including: law enforcement, traffic control, crime prevention and interdiction, report writing, traffic and parking enforcement, hazard identification, building and property security, criminal and traffic accident investigation, and rendering first aid.

Minimum qualifications: Current MCOLES Certification or certifiable pending Academy Graduation; a bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience; possession of a valid Michigan driver's license and an acceptable driving record; must pass a comprehensive background investigation, a psychological assessment, a job based physical examination (including a drug screen), must demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills including keyboarding skills; United States citizenship; ability to work and exercise good judgment in stressful situations; ability to work independently; and ability to work varied shifts, weekends and holidays.

Desired qualifications: A bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice; personal computer word-processing experience; and University law enforcement experience.

Salary is 17.23 per hour (effective 10/1/2006) with excellent benefits. For more information on Oakland University’s fringe benefits, please go to our website at www.oakland.edu>faculty & staff>staff benefits. Please apply for this position on-line at http://jobs.oakland.edu. Oakland University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.


Source - The Detroit News and Detroit Free Press - Detroit, MI
REQUIREMENTS
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