Police Officer - Coral Gables Campus

University of Miami

Coral Gables, FL, US
Base: approximately $62,000 to $91,416 depending o...
Respond to emergency calls
Enforce state laws and ordinances
Conduct criminal investigations
The University of Miami Police Department is dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment for all members of the University community who study, research, work, and live on the Coral Gables Campus

Job Summary

  • The University of Miami Police Department is dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment for all members of the University community who study, research, work, and live on the Coral Gables Campus.
  • Officers receive a comprehensive benefits package including 100% free UM tuition, a robust 403b retirement plan with significant employer contributions, and a $2,000 retention bonus upon completion of Field Training.
  • This essential personnel position requires working 24/7/365 on a 4-day work week schedule with rotating shifts to ensure equitable distribution of weekend and night time assignments.

Matching Summary

The University of Miami Police Department is dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment for all members of the University community who study, research, work, and live on the Coral Gables Campus.

Salary

Base: Approximately $62,000 to $91,416 depending on experience; Bonus: $2,000 retention bonus after Field Training; Benefits: 100% free tuition, 403b with 10% core/match plus $14,068 supplemental payment, longevity pay at years 5 and 10

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Respond to emergency calls
  • Enforce state laws and ordinances
  • Conduct criminal investigations
  • Operate police vehicles and equipment
  • File incident reports and paperwork
  • Perform physical apprehension of suspects

Nice-to-have

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to work rotating shifts including nights
  • Proficiency in public speaking
  • Willingness to cooperate with officials

Key Requirements

  • Valid Florida Driver's License
  • FDLE certification required
  • Florida law enforcement certified via FDLE academy
  • 54 college credits or 3 years military/law enforcement experience
  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Pass thorough background investigation
  • No more than 5 moving traffic citations

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. citizen

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