Jobs and Careers

Police Officer, Duke University Police Department

Duke University

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 17 Nov 2023

About the role

DUKE UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT

Police Officer

Internal Recruitment

Yes

Working Title

Police Officer

Anticipated Hiring Range

Commensurate with experience

Work Schedule

12-hour day or 12-hour night shift

Job Location

Durham, NC

Department

Duke Police Department

Why work at the Duke University Police Department

Duke’s reputation as one of the premier institutions in the nation for education and patient care is dependent on the people who invest their careers here. Duke expands horizons, creates new understandings and improves the health of the community because of the special people who make Duke’s mission a living, breathing reality.

By joining the Duke community as a member of our department, you will become a part of a legacy of great achievement and even greater promise. At Duke, there are ample opportunities for educational, professional and cultural growth. No matter what the role, Duke employees are improving lives -- their own, and the lives of people they encounter.

Duke has been named one of the best places to work by publications and organizations including Carolina Parent, Computerworld, The Chronicle of Higher Education and the American Association of Retired Persons, among others.

The Duke University Police Officers serve the Duke campus and Duke University Hospital. Certified by the State of North Carolina, Duke officers meet the same standards as state and municipal officers. The department is allocated over 70 police officers, and patrol officers work 12 hour shifts. Currently, officers are assigned to permanent day or night shifts, working a scheduled 14 days of every 28. There are opportunities such as investigations, crime prevention, training, etc. The Department is nationally accredited through CALEA.

In serving over 16,000 students, 43,000 employees and countless visitors to our campus and medical facilities, Duke Police members remain committed to SERVICE, INTEGRITY, RESPECT, TEAMWORK, AND PRIDE. It is WHAT WE DO! It is WHO WE ARE!

What we can offer:

Career advancement and professional development opportunities
Paid vacation and sick leave along with 24 additional discretionary hours per year
Retirement benefits similar to other North Carolina law enforcement agencies.
Employee Tuition Assistance Program
Children’s Tuition Grant
Language Fluency Incentive
12% Night Shift Differential Pay
20% weekend premium
Premier Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
Innovative Wellness Program that includes free membership at on site gyms
Restorative Rest Program
Expedited hiring process for laterals
Strong community support
Specialized unit incentives
Longevity incentives

Essential Job Duties:

Police Officer duties include, but are not limited to the following:

Crime suppression and law enforcement are primary responsibilities
Protect life and property
Identify, apprehend and arrest suspects
Apply appropriate use of force based on law enforcement best practices
Obtain and serve warrants, subpoenas and other court documents
Testify in criminal, civil and administrative hearings
Respond to emergency and non-emergency situations and drills; administer aid, as needed
Prepare reports, as needed
Identify trend patterns as appropriate
Operate law enforcement vehicles and equipment
Proactively assist community members in identifying and solving community problems

Manage conflict through negotiation.
Uphold the highest standards of conduct and customer service while serving and protecting our community and taking measures to prevent crime
Other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor(s) and/or their designees.

Other Duties

Provide police services for Duke special events including NCAA Division I athletic events and community sponsored events
Provide security for national and international dignitaries.

Specialty Assignments