UMKC Police Department Careers
The UMKC Police Department proudly employs a dedicated team of full-time police officers, dispatchers and security officers, along with part-time security personnel. Explore our current openings below and discover how you can join our team.
Police Officer
UMKC is looking for POST Class A certified lateral or retired police officers who want to work in a university setting with hiring incentives, competitive pay, benefits, retirement plan and tuition discounts across the entire University of Missouri system for you, your spouse and children.
Job ID: 57428
About Us
As UMKC's primary law enforcement agency, we are responsible for the safety and security of more than 16,000 students, faculty, staff and visitors each day. UMKC Police is a full-service, 24/7 police department staffed with 28 commissioned officers, 8 security officers and 8 communications operators.
The UMKC Police Department upholds the university's mission and values by building positive relationships with our campus community and fostering a safe and orderly learning environment. While our primary focus is the Volker and Health Sciences Campuses, our jurisdiction also extends to satellite properties throughout Kansas City as well as nearby roadways and surrounding areas.
At the UMKC Police Department, we know work-life balance matters. Our smaller department allows for greater flexibility in scheduling, while campus events like concerts, athletics and festivals create exciting opportunities for overtime and one-of-a-kind experiences.
We take pride in recruiting and developing high-quality officers who embody professionalism, integrity and service. UMKC Police recognizes that a well-trained officer is essential to the safety and success of our community. That's why we invest in training, education and leadership programs that help our officers grow both personally and professionally.
Meet Kansas City
Kansas City offers the best of both worlds: a vibrant, urban community with Midwestern appeal. The city's rich history and its modern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclectic group of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone. From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife, casual to upscale shopping and champion sports teams, you will have no problem making yourself at home. Of course, one of Kansas City's biggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famous barbecue. Foodies will delight in the culinary scene found throughout the city. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizza joints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor.
UMKC's campuses are conveniently nestled in the middle of all the action. Volker Campus is just minutes from the legendary Country Club Plaza, perfect for shopping or restaurants for lunch or after-work happy hours. Surrounded by hip neighborhoods and eateries, the Health Sciences Campus is located downtown near University Health Truman Medical Center and Children's Mercy Hospital.
UMKC is proud to be "Kansas City's university," and the campus and its people celebrate all the characteristics of the surrounding community. To learn more about life in Kansas City and find more resources, visit VisitKC.com.
Benefits
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- Shift differential of $1 per hour added to base pay for working afternoon or midnight shifts
- Career training and educational opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Defined contribution retirement plan with employee-only contributions, fully vested after three years
- 75% off tuition for yourself at all University of Missouri schools
- 50% off tuition for your spouse and children at all University of Missouri schools
- Health, dental and vision plans
- Ten annual paid holidays and other days as may be designated by the president
- Leave programs such as Flexible Leave (Paid Time Off) and Qualifying Leave (Caregiver, Parental and Short-Term Disability)