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Police Officer

University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/30/2026
The primary mission of the University of California Police is the protection of life and property upon and adjacent to the University campus. The primary goal of the department is to accomplish its mission in a manner that enhances and supports the University's ability to deliver quality higher education and research opportunities in a peaceful learning environment. Officers employed by UCRPD serve in various roles in support of this mission. The full salary range for the Police Officer is $100,766.88 - $126,699.84 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. Please be advised that candidates may be required to take a skills assessment as part of the interview process. Additionally, this recruitment has multiple openings.
  • degree
    U.S. high school diploma; GED certificate; high school equivalency certificate; or a two (2) year, four (4) year, or advanced degree from an accredited or approved college/university.
    Required

  • Public Driving Record
    required
    Required

Strong oral and written communication skills Ability and willingness to work in an environment which demands police officer integrity, excellence, accountability and respect, personal involvement in the community as a problem solving resource, must demonstrate behaviors that are consistent with the University’s Principles of Community and the ability to be a friendly outgoing, caring and approachable person Basic computer proficiency Ability and willingness to work rotation shifts with changing days off, in a twenty-four, seven-day operation. Ability to meet the rigorous mental and physical requirements of police work, and work effectively under pressure in potentially hazardous or ambiguous situations
  • Ability and willingness to work in an environment which demands police officer integrity, excellence, accountability and respect, personal involvement in the community as a problem solving resource, must demonstrate behaviors that are consistent with the University’s Principles of Community and the ability to be a friendly outgoing, caring and approachable person
    Required

Benefits:

Health Insurance, Sick Leave, Job Training

Salary : $100,767 - $126,700

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