The University of Vermont
Administration/Managerment

Police Officer

Deadline
Mar 15, 2027
Closing in 147 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
None
Full time
Reference
N/A
Posted Sep 16, 2026
Offered salary$36.62

About the role

Police Officer

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Position Details

Position Details
Advertising/Posting Title Police Officer
Posting Summary 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.

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) after probation period
  • 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.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
  • Associate degree and one to two years specialized 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 required.
  • Valid Vermont driver’s license or ability to obtain, and driver’s check required.
  • Specific physical requirements apply based on job functions required, listed under Physical Demands & Work Conditions.
Desirable Qualifications
Anticipated Pay Range Starting wage $36.62, increase available depending on years of Vermont Law Enforcement experience.
Other Information
Special Conditions Weekend work required, Non-standard work hours required, A probationary period may be required, This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, Background Check required for this position
FLSA Non-Exempt
Union Position Yes, NEPBA
Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location Burlington, Vermont, United States
Job Open Date 07/21/2026
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)
Open Until Filled No
Our Common Ground Statement

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information
Position Title Police OC2 N
Posting Number S6226PO
Department Police Services/11575
Position Number 00024350
Percent of Full-Time 1.0
Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 40
Term (months per year) 12

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