Police Officer, UM Police Department

  • University of Montana (UM), Helena College, and UM Western
  • Missoula, Montana
  • Full Time

The UM Police Department invites applications for a Police Officer to perform a variety of quality law enforcement duties. This position is an identified Campus Security Authority (CSA) as outlined in the federal Jeanne Clery Act.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities
  • Patrol campus and campus related facilities to enforce all University regulation, Federal and state laws
  • Investigate criminal activity and accidents
  • Respond to and investigating in resident halls or family housing disturbances.
  • Provide safety and security by unlocking doors, inspecting campus facilities for safety, health and fire hazards
  • Provide crime prevention functions to the University community by providing money escorts, person escorts in the hours of darkness and giving crime prevention presentations
Minimum Qualifications
  • Knowledge of basic law enforcement practices, State and Federal laws as well as University policies and procedures
  • Possess excellent interpersonal communication skills
  • Demonstrate good oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrate problem solving and conflict resolution skills
  • Report writing skills and observation skills
  • Ability to remain calm and impartial during difficult situations
  • Knowledge of basic first aid
  • Ability to identify safety hazards, security violations and knowledge of campus facilities
  • Knowledge of fire and safety regulations and policies
  • Ability to operate specialized police patrol equipment and alarms
  • Basic knowledge of Uniform traffic code, Montana Laws
  • Ability to work rotating work hours which include nights, weekends and holidays
Preferred Qualifications
  • Law Enforcement experience working with a diverse population on an institution of higher learning
  • Knowledge of the Jeanne Clery Act and requirements of the Clery Act in Campus Law Enforcement
  • Knowledge of Title IX requirements on universities and their connections with Campus Law Enforcement
Additional Information

Position Number: 082100

Bargaining Unit: FOCUS-MFPE

Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Cycle between day and nights 8-12 hours, 12months/year

Probationary Period: Six (6) months minimum

Benefits Include : Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Screening of applications will begin after the closing date ; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

A complete application includes:

Letter of Interest addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as Dear Search Committee or Dear Hiring Manager is acceptable.

Detailed Resume listing education and describing work experience

Three (3) Professional References names and contact information

The University of Montana is interested in receiving applications from people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action : Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

Must be eligible to work in the United States upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job ID: 517778000
Originally Posted on: 4/17/2026

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