Campus Police Officer

Title : Campus Police Officer

Reports to : Director of School Safety

Position Purpose : The Campus Police Officer provides for the safety and security of students, staff, faculty, volunteers and patrons of Topeka Public Schools.

Qualifications :

• High school diploma or equivalency required
• Must be 21 years of age and a U.S. citizen
• Able to be certified as a police officer under Kansas law
• Knowledge of Kansas Criminal and Traffic Code, State Statutes and County Ordinances, Criminal Procedures, Juvenile Law and court proceedings
• Capable of meeting physical and psychological needs of the position
• Possess exemplary written and verbal communication skills
• Capable of thinking quickly and have creative problem-solving skills
• Capable of interaction with a diverse, highly-educated population
• Flexible, service-oriented objective outlook and commitment to customer service

Preferred Qualifications :

Responsibilities :

Physical / Emotional Requirements :

The incumbent may be required to use the following skills and abilities during any part of the working day : speaking, hearing, manual dexterity, bending / stooping, sitting, walking, running, crawling, or climbing.

Terms of Employment : 12 months; salary and work year to be determined by the Board of Education

Evaluation : Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the board policy on evaluations.

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