Peace Officer (Full-time)

Location: Lexington,Kentucky,United States

Transylvania University invites applications for the position of Peace Officer. The Peace Officer performs safety, loss prevention, parking and traffic control duties within an assigned area of the University campus, conducting regular vehicular and foot patrols and responding to emergency situations as appropriate.

 

Job Skills/Requirements

Duties include enforcing University parking and traffic regulations, providing directions and information, and rendering assistance to students, faculty, staff and visitors to campus. The primary responsibility of a Peace Officer is to maintain a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and the public, as well as all property on the Transylvania University campus. The ideal candidate will promote a positive image of the University and contribute to the overall success of the Department of Public Safety by enforcing all laws of the Commonwealth including policies and procedures set forth by the University.  The position requires a HS education and one year of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Age requirement 21 Years of age is required by law to be sworn in this capacity. KLEC certification is a plus.  Must be able to work various shifts.
Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience working for a law enforcement agency. Candidate must be able to obtain a Commission as a Special Local Peace Officer with the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council. A valid driver’s license is also required.  Transylvania University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of the University community.  In support of this goal, we seek qualified candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.   We embrace diversity and encourage all who are interested to apply. Please write a cover letter to the attention of Chief Robert Gowdy.  Special preference will be given to those that apply by May 14, 2025.

 

Education Requirements (Any)

-High School Diploma

 

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