Description

Join UVM Police – Serve, Educate, and Grow with Us

UVM Police is a values-driven organization committed to fostering safety, education, and trust within our diverse campus community. We prioritize strong relationships and believe that modern policing is about education, collaboration, and thoughtful enforcement. At UVM Police, your work makes a difference in the lives of students, faculty, staff, and visitors every day.

Now Hiring: Police Officer

• Starting Salary: $59,302 minimum, with potential additional compensation based on education and experience
• Benefits Include:
  • Signing bonus
  • Shift differential pay (in addition to base salary)
  • College tuition remission for employees and dependents
  • 10% employer contribution to retirement savings plans (with 2% employee contribution)
  • 20 days of paid time off (PTO) to start, plus medical leave
  • Up to 8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Opportunities for overtime and comp time accrual

Why Join UVM Police?

• Work in a university environment that values education and personal growth
• Be part of a team that emphasizes respect, inclusion, and community collaboration
• Serve a vibrant, diverse campus with opportunities to build meaningful connections

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Shares our commitment to education, equity, and service
• Values community engagement and open communication
• Wants to grow professionally in a supportive environment

Learn more about our department, qualifications, and the UVM community at www.uvm.edu/police.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Apply today at uvmjobs.com or email us at [email protected] to connect with our recruiting team.

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We encourage applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.

Requirements

Associate’s degree and one to two years’ related experience required. Certification by Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council within probationary period required. Physical examination, written examination, psychological evaluation, and background investigation required pursuant to Rule 32 of Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council. Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain, and driver’s check required.

Ability to communicate effectively with people; physically restrain a suspect; run up/down several flights of stairs and up to 100 yards; stand for long periods of time; walk for several hours while on patrol; drive emergency response vehicle. Ability to hear radio and telephone communications at both high and low decibels. Radio and telephone communications require clear diction without impediments. Good vision needed.