Senior Police Officer
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Posting DetailsPosting Details Job Title Senior Police Officer Posting Number S01329P Type of Appointment FTF; Full-Time Fixed Posting Category Service/Skilled CraftsFunding Information MSU Salary Grade 500 Salary Range for Job Posting $30.00Recruitment Recommendations Anticipated Employment Start Date for Position 10/01/2024 Open Date 09/20/2024 Close Date 09/27/2024 Open Until Filled YesPosition details Advertisement Wording The Morehead State Police Department at Morehead State University is accepting applications for a full-time position as a Senior Police Officer. The anticipated start date is October 1, 2024.Morehead State University is located in Morehead, KY, a designated Kentucky Trail Town, nestled in the Daniel Boone National Forest, in close proximity to Cave Run Lake. This location provides opportunities for a wide range of outdoor recreation activities. Morehead State University is recognized as one of the top public universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, Morehead State University is relatively close to a number of larger cities including Lexington, KY, Louisville, KY, and Cincinnati, OH. Morehead State University delivers a strong and affordable education for friendly, ambitious students who thrive in a student-focused learning environment defined by small class sizes and faculty committed to teaching and student success.RESPONSIBILITIES: Under general direction, the incumbent performs police duties in enforcing federal, state and local laws and ordinances on an assigned shift; performs related duties as required.REQUIREMENTS: Must be retired from the Kentucky Employees Retirement System, the County Employees Retirement System, or the State Police Retirement System. Must be a retired police officer with at least twenty (20) years of service credit. Must have been separated from service for the period required by law so that the member's retirement is not voided. The applicant must have retired with no administrative charges pending. The applicant must have retired with no preexisting agreement between the applicant Morehead State University prior to the individual's retirement for them to return to work for Morehead State University. Serve for a term not to exceed one (1) year. The one (1) year employment term may be renewed annually at the discretion of the University. Proof of honorable discharge is required for veterans. Officers must be capable of performing patrol by driving, walking, or bicycle, as assigned. Applicants must pass a physical exam, physical agility test, polygraph, drug, and psychological evaluation as specified by the Kentucky Law Council and the Morehead State University Police Department. Must possess and maintain a valid driver license issued by the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Effective interpersonal and communication skills. The ability to enforce laws, rules and regulations firmly, tactfully and consistently. The ability to analyze complex police problems and to adapt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action. The ability to maintain records and to prepare clear and concise reports of police activities. The ability to react quickly, calmly and effectively under stress and in emergencies.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a complex university setting. Extensive knowledge of the principles of effective police patrol, physical security, traffic control, criminal investigations, and crime prevention. Ability to command departmental personnel. The ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of others in a manner conductive to full performance and high morale. The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other police departments/agencies, University officers and employees, and the general public.SPONSORSHIP: This position is not budgeted for Visa Sponsorship. Morehead State University is a comprehensive, regionally focused university providing high quality instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University has an enrollment of over 9,000 students. To apply, visit: and complete the MSU Application for Employment along with a cover letter and resume. Review of applications will begin after the close date and continue until the position is filled. For preferred consideration, apply by September 27, 2024. Contact the Office of Human Resources at (606) ###-#### should you have questions about our online application. Please contact Jessica Harris, the search committee chair, at ...@moreheadstate.edu with questions regarding this position. MSU is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Organizational Relationships The Police Officer reports to the Shift Supervisor. Incumbent has contact with all levels of the University administration, faculty, staff, students, and the general public. The incumbent will interface with other law enforcement agencies and the court system on a regular basis.Physical Requirements Working conditions include sitting, standing, stooping, walking; extreme physical demands at scenes of emergencies for long periods of time; lifting heavy objects (more than 25 pounds); may be outdoors for extended periods of time, regardless of weather conditions; exposure to high places, confined spaces, noise, machinery and its moving parts, fumes, chemicals and toxic substances. Must be able to physically restrain individuals when required.Working Conditions Some job-related stress and periodic highly stressful situations. Typical University setting for law enforcement and security responsibilities. Working conditions include sitting, standing, stooping, walking; extreme physical demands at scenes of emergencies for long periods of time; lifting heavy objects (more than 25 pounds); may be outdoors for extended periods of time, regardless of weather conditions; exposure to high places, confined spaces, noise, machinery and its moving parts, fumes, chemicals and toxic substances. Must be able to physically restrain individuals when required.Special Information/Instructions to Applicants