Successful applicant will perform essential law enforcement and community service functions during special events only. Examples of events include, all sporting events, University sponsored community and student activities, where security may be needed or requested by USU Eastern. Must reside within 15 minutes of USU Eastern campus to respond to on-call duty between 1–4 a.m. on weekdays or 4–7 a.m. on weekends; call-outs are compensated with a 2-hour minimum pay.

• Enforce all state, local and university laws, ordinances, regulations, and perform community service activities.
• Assist in the judicial process by giving testimony.
• Keep the University community informed through appropriate public relations activities. 
• Develop a relationship of trust by becoming personally acquainted with members of the community. 
• Ensure a prompt response and a proper disposition to all calls for service. 
• Prepare quality reports when appropriate. 
• Ensure that crimes are properly investigated and that evidence is properly gathered, reported, and preserved. 
• Promote the general safety of persons, property, and equipment through a proper balance of vehicle, foot, and bicycle patrol. 
• Facilitate the safe and smooth flow of traffic by directing traffic and enforcing traffic laws through citations and verbal warnings. 
• Foster good interdepartmental relations by cooperating with other law enforcement agencies in information exchange. 
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of laws, University regulations, and police operations.
• Maintain a minimum of 40 hours of law enforcement training.  
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a law enforcement officer (LEO) certified or certifiable upon hiring (this means you must have successfully completed a police academy)
• Must be a POST Certified Police Officer
• Ability to use good judgment and to problem solve 
• Capacity for empathy and compassion 
• Capacity for multi-tasking 
• Ability to demonstrate courage and to take responsibility 
• Ability to be resourceful and show initiative 
• Demonstrated assertiveness 
• Possess and demonstrate integrity 
• Capacity for engaging in teamwork and the ability to collaborate 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous law enforcement experience 
• Radar and Intoxilyzer certification

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume/CV (to be uploaded during the application process)

2. Cover Letter (to be typed completed during the application process)

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Indoor/Outdoor Duties:
The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Incumbents may nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing).

Outdoors, incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. Additionally, indoor or outdoor work environments may include being confined or in narrow spaces for periods of time. The incumbent may also be exposed to loud noises or vibrations from equipment, and conditions that may affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation. Bending, crawling, and crouching may be required. Incumbents may be required to lift, push, and/or pull objects up to 50 pounds and be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

*updated 02/2025

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities.

In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:

U.S. Department of Education

Denver Regional Office

303-844-5695| OCR.Denver@ed.gov

U.S. Department of Education

Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

800-421-3481 |  OCR@ed.gov

*updated 06/2025