Full Time Officer Campus Police

Job Title - Full Time Officer Campus Police

Department - Campus Police

Description of Job Duties: Provides for the safety of students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors. Additionally, this position is responsible for the security of SWOSU buildings and property by preserving law and order and enforcing regulations. These tasks are to be performed in a manner that professionally, cordially, and efficiently assist students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Enforce laws including federal and state statutes and SWOSU regulations

Prevent crime and protect property on SWOSU lots, buildings, and surrounding area

Control traffic: this includes but is not limited to issuing traffic citations for moving or parking violations to ensure a safe and smooth flow of traffic

Routinely perform foot and mobile patrol to ensure security of SWOSU lots, buildings, and property

Assist individuals whose vehicles have become disabled

Provide directions and assistance to campus visitors

May assist in evacuation during fire and bomb threats and provide emergency first aid in the event of injury

Report traffic, safety and/or security infractions to proper authorities

Maintain a high degree of campus visibility. This involves projecting SWOSU and the Department, as well as their goals and mission in a positive and professional manner

Serve as required on SWOSU committees

Notify Supervisor, Director, Safety Coordinator, or Human Resources of any potentially dangerous equipment, practices, or violations of safety procedures

Appropriate attendance and punctuality required

Must be willing to and able to perform job related travel

Must maintain a current and valid driver license

Additional Responsibilities: Promote personal safety, safety procedures, and a safe work environment

Assist in situations as called upon

Other duties as assigned

Terms of Employment: Employment at will

Reports to Police Chief

Safety and job-related trainings will be completed as instructed

Wage to be established by SWOSU's wage structure

Lives within 15 mile/minute radius from SWOSU PD

Must be willing to serve SWOSU for a two-year minimum

About SWOSU: With locations in Weatherford, Yukon, Sayre, and online degree programs, SWOSU is one of the leading regional universities in the country. See what makes SWOSU and Weatherford so great!

Education and Experience: CLEET certification is preferred, but not required

Minimum of one year of demonstrated success in law enforcement is preferred

Good knowledge of traffic control procedures is required

Must be able to pass a background check

Must have a valid OK driver's license

Must have a GED/High school diploma

Must not have a felony, domestic violence offense, or a crime against moral turpitude

Good written, verbal, basic mathematical, and interpersonal skills are required

Hiring Process: Applicant will submit application online and will be contacted if selected for an interview

Applicant will go through several interview stages

Applicant will undergo a background check

Applicant will be contacted to complete a physical agility test. A completed medical release is required prior to testing. A complete description of the physical fitness requirements is available in the application packet. Applicants should wear appropriate clothing for the physical fitness test. Certified Officers are not required to take the written test but do have to pass the Physical Fitness Test. Physician release must be completed prior to participation in the physical fitness test. No exceptions.

Anticipated Start Date - 5/1/2026

Location - Weatherford

Employment Type - Non-Exempt