Police Officer

• Certified by the Arkansas Law Enforcement Standards Training Academy as a Police Officer.
• At least one year of certified law enforcement experience.
• High School Diploma / GED.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Current and valid Arkansas driver’s license.
• Able to pass a medical physical examination.
• Able to pass a psychological examination.
• Ability to walk 8 to 12 miles in an 8 to 12 hour shift.
• Ability to climb stairwells.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

• →Patrol and protect: Maintain a visible presence through foot and vehicle patrols of campus buildings, grounds, and off-site clinics. Monitor building security and help keep the campus community safe.
• →Respond to calls: Respond to reports of criminal activity, disturbances, and requests for assistance. Help resolve situations involving patients, visitors, students, and employees, and prepare accurate incident reports.
• →Manage traffic and parking: Enforce traffic and parking regulations, keep fire lanes clear, and issue citations when necessary. Maintain traffic flow during fire alarms, ambulance runs, and other emergencies.
• →Investigate accidents: Investigate accidents on UAMS property, gather statements and evidence, and complete reports. Make arrests when necessary and testify in court as directed.
• →Provide escorts and transportation: Escort funds to designated locations and provide requested escorts for employees and campus community members. Transport Arkansas Mental Health Services patients to mental health facilities and arrested individuals to jail as needed. Accompany Psychiatric Research Institute inpatients to Arkansas Mental Health Court.
• →Assist the campus community: Unlock buildings, offices, and vehicles as needed, assist stranded motorists, and respond to individuals needing help on campus.
• →Perform other duties as assigned.

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.