RECRUITMENT INFORMATION
PUBLIC SAFETY PATROL OFFICER TRAINEE
Criminal Background Check Form
The University of Iowa Department of Public Safety is seeking individuals who are looking for a unique and challenging law enforcement trainee position on a major university campus.
The University of Iowa is the largest employer in Eastern Iowa. We provide excellent wages, fringe benefits, and job security. We believe you will find the University of Iowa has a challenging work environment.
The Public Safety Patrol Officer Trainee position salary is currently $35,725.68 per year plus an hourly shift differential for second and third shifts. During your training period, you will be scheduled to attend the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy, also paid by the Department of Public Safety, and upon successful graduation will become a Certified Law Enforcement Officer with the State of Iowa. Your salary will increase upon successful completion of all training and movement to full police officer status. The maximum Certified Law Enforcement Officer salary is currently $50,801.04 per year. Hourly shift differential and overtime wages are in addition to the base pay. There are ample opportunities to increase your wages through overtime by working athletic, cultural, or other overtime events on campus.
In addition to wages, the University of Iowa has a very generous benefit program including health and dental insurance, sick leave, vacation (starting at two weeks per year), twelve paid holidays per year, substantial retirement contributions to TIAA/CREF, life insurance, worker’s compensation insurance, and pre-tax deductions for dependent care. Public Safety Patrol Officers are also covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the State of Iowa and AFSCME.
As you can see from the above information, the University of Iowa and particularly the Department of Public Safety is an excellent place to pursue a career in law enforcement. Applicants should contact the University of Iowa Human Resources Department at 319-335-2656 or 1-800-272-6400 for information on applying. The last day UIHR will accept an electronic application is July 11, 2008. The DPS police officer electronic application is due July 14, 2008. We look forward to seeing you progress through the various testing procedures in our recruitment process.
The University of Iowa prohibits discrimination in employment, educational programs, and activities on the basis of race, national origin, color, creed, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preference. The University also affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunities and equal access to University facilities. For additional information contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity, (319) 335-0705
Positions for Students
Public Safety Dispatcher
Student Dispatchers are a necessity at the Department of Public Safety. The position requires working with computers, clerical experience, and a high level of organization. Upon completion of a training period, student dispatchers are sent to a 40-hour course to receive state certification in dispatching. Pay is commensurate with the responsibilities of the position. A typical schedule is two 8-hour shifts per week, but more hours are usually available.
Security Guard
Academic Building Routes and The Museum of Art
Security Guards are the eyes and ears of the department. They look out for unauthorized activity and if found, report it via a two-way radio so a Public Safety Officer can handle the problem. They also provide information to the faculty, staff, students, and visitors on campus. Security Guards are generally assigned to three different areas, but are not typically limited to just one.
Academic Building Routes
Foot Patrol of Academic buildings
Locking and unlocking entrances and rooms as needed
Hours: 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends
The Museum of Art Patrol of the Art Museum
High volume public contact
Variable hours in 2, 6, and 8 hour shifts
Application Process
To apply for position please come to the Department of Public Safety at 808 University Capitol Centre. for an application. Applications are continually being accepted. A full background and criminal history check is required. For more information call (319) 335-5022.
Full Time Employment
The Human Resources Office at the University of Iowa handles all full time employment. The following is a list of positions at the Department of Public Safety:
Security Guard | Public Safety Dispatcher | Public Safety Patrol Officer
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