Master Police Officer
This expert-level officer plays a vital role in protecting life and property, conducting patrols, handling investigations, and ensuring the overall safety of the university community. The Master Police Officer provides leadership, mentorship, and acts as a field supervisor when needed, operating with full autonomy and professionalism.
What you'll do in this position :
- Patrol the BYU campus to protect life and property, enforce laws and regulations, and respond to emergencies, alarms, and hazards.
- Conduct criminal investigations, make legal arrests, issue citations, and prepare clear, accurate reports.
- Provide expert leadership in specialty areas (e.g., Investigations, SWAT, Peer Support, Bike Team, Hostage Negotiation, etc.).
- Serve as a shift leader in the absence of a Sergeant, mentoring junior officers and ensuring compliance with department policies.
- Support and secure special events, including Stadium of Fire, football games, and other university gatherings.
- Promote crime prevention, awareness, and positive community relations.
What qualifies you for this role :
Required :
High school diploma or GED.At least 21 years of age and a U.S. citizen.Utah POST Category 1 certification (or enrollment in an academy program).Minimum of 9 years of certified law enforcement experience at BYU or equivalent agency (with possible substitutions for education or military service).Completion of BYU Police Department Field Training Officer (FTO) Program.Valid Utah driver license with no suspensions / revocations.Current certifications in CPR, Intoxilyzer, Radar / Lidar, Standard Field Sobriety Testing, Accident Investigation, Taser, and CIT.Demonstrated proficiency with firearms, defensive tactics, UCJIS, Spillman, and investigative procedures.Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and in all weather conditions.Successful completion of medical exam, physical fitness test, and thorough background check.Expert knowledge of federal, state, and local criminal laws, university policies, and emergency preparedness protocols.Preferred :
College degree or equivalent education.One year of service at BYU.Prior supervisory or mentoring experience.Knowledge of BYU campus, policies, and procedures.Ability to supervise and mentor student employees.Qualifications :
Based on the selected candidate's qualifications, the position will be at the appropriate classification :
Police Officer I / FTO - Level 50Police Officer II - Level 51Senior Police Officer - Level 52Master Police Officer - Level 53Note : A specific degree or military experience substitution may only be used once within the Step series.