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Campus Police Officer
American · Main Campus (Washington, DC) · On Site · Active · $26–$32 / hour · Workday Recruiting
Job facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company | American |
| Title | Campus Police Officer |
| Normalized title | - |
| Department / team | - |
| Location | Main Campus (Washington, United States |
| Work model | On Site |
| Employment type | Full Time |
| Salary | $26–$32 / hour |
| Status | active |
| ATS provider | Workday Recruiting |
| Posted / first seen | 2026-06-01 / 2026-05-30 |
| Changed / last seen | 2026-06-06 / 2026-06-06 |
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Description
American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Learn more about American University
Department:
University Police Administration
Time Type:
Full time
Job Type:
Regular
FLSA Status:
Work Modality:
Union:
Job Description:
Summary:
This is an entry level position with no previous experience required. AUPD covers all the costs of required training. The Campus Police Officer provides a safe and secure environment to all members of the American University Community by providing law enforcement services and emergency responses on all University property. The incumbent writes police incident reports, conducts preliminary investigations, promotes crime prevention efforts, and utilizes their arrest authority.
Essential Functions:
1.) Police Services and Incident Response
Performs preventative police and public service duties, through mobile (foot, bicycle and/or vehicle) patrols or fixed post.
Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service and determines the appropriate action.
Identifies and articulates suspicious and criminal behavior and determines the appropriate action.
Enforces all Federal and District of Columbia laws and all-American University policies and regulations.
Determines the appropriate response to violations of law and policy, utilizing tools such as arrest, warning, parking citation, barring notice or student conduct referral. Identifies and reports ongoing, community crime risks. Directs traffic and enforces parking and traffic regulations.
2.) Incident Reports and Preliminary Investigation
Accurately and thoroughly writes and prepares incident reports.
Collects, packages, photographs and documents evidence and property.
Conducts preliminary investigations and obtains arrest warrants and testifies in court.
3.) Community Liaison and Crime Prevention
Assists with community outreach efforts, presentations, and training. Supports and aids crime victims and connects them with resources.
Acts as liaison between university/municipal police agencies and the community.
4.) Access Control
Provides access control functions such as locking and unlocking buildings, as well as providing access to secured spaces for authorized university personnel, students, and contractors.
Communicate any irregularities in security devices with management.
Demonstrate the ability to operate the basic functions of a fire system control panel, such as acknowledging, silencing, and resetting of alarms.
Competencies:
Serving Customers.
Supporting Coworkers.
Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions.
Thinking Broadly.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
Full-Time.
40 hours per week.
Non-Exempt.
Salary Range:
$26.47-$31.77 per hour.
Required Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
Less than 1 year of relevant experience.
At least 21 years old.
US Citizen.
Permanent Driver’s License.
Clear Criminal Record.
Benefits
AU offers a competitive benefits package. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options .
Other Details
Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.
Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.
Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
American University is an E-Verify employer.
Current American University Employees
American University current employees must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.
Contact Us
For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email [email protected] .
American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.
Full job record
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| Title | Campus Police Officer |
| Normalized Title | — |
| Status | active |
| Active | yes |
| Location Text | Main Campus (Washington, DC) |
| Department | — |
| Team | — |
| Employment Type | full_time |
| Workplace Type | on_site |
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| Country | United States |
| Region | — |
| City | Main Campus (Washington |
| Salary Raw | Salary Range: $26.47-$31.77 per hour |
| Salary Min | 26.47 |
| Salary Max | 31.77 |
| Salary Currency | USD |
| Salary Period | hour |
| Source URL | https://american.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/AU/job/Main-Campus-Washington-DC/Campus-Police-Officer_R2359 |
| Apply URL | https://american.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/AU/job/Main-Campus-Washington-DC/Campus-Police-Officer_R2359 |
| First Seen At | 2026-05-30 09:07:07Z |
| Last Seen At | 2026-06-06 09:42:56Z |
| Last Checked At | 2026-06-06 09:42:56Z |
| Last Changed At | 2026-06-06 09:42:56Z |
| Inactive At | — |
| Source Posted At | 2026-06-01 00:00:00Z |
| Source Updated At | — |
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AUPD covers all the costs of required training. The Campus Police Officer provides a safe and secure environment to all members of the American University Community by providing law enforcement services and emergency responses on all University property. The incumbent writes police incident reports, conducts preliminary investigations, promotes crime prevention efforts, and utilizes their arrest authority.</p><p></p><p></p><p><b>Essential Functions: </b></p><p></p><p>1.) Police Services and Incident Response</p><ul><li><p>Performs preventative police and public service duties, through mobile (foot, bicycle and/or vehicle) patrols or fixed post.</p></li><li><p>Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service and determines the appropriate action.</p></li><li><p>Identifies and articulates suspicious and criminal behavior and determines the appropriate action.</p></li><li><p>Enforces all Federal and District of Columbia laws and all-American University policies and regulations.</p></li><li><p>Determines the appropriate response to violations of law and policy, utilizing tools such as arrest, warning, parking citation, barring notice or student conduct referral. Identifies and reports ongoing, community crime risks. Directs traffic and enforces parking and traffic regulations.</p></li></ul><p></p><p>2.) 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Access Control</p><ul><li><p>Provides access control functions such as locking and unlocking buildings, as well as providing access to secured spaces for authorized university personnel, students, and contractors.</p></li><li><p>Communicate any irregularities in security devices with management.</p></li><li><p>Demonstrate the ability to operate the basic functions of a fire system control panel, such as acknowledging, silencing, and resetting of alarms.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Competencies:</b></p><ul><li><p>Serving Customers.</p></li><li><p>Supporting Coworkers.</p></li><li><p>Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions.</p></li><li><p>Thinking Broadly.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: </b></p><ul><li><p>Full-Time.</p></li><li><p>40 hours per week.</p></li><li><p>Non-Exempt.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Salary Range: </b></p><ul><li><p>$26.47-$31.77 per hour.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Required Education and Experience:</b></p><ul><li><p>High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.</p></li><li><p>Less than 1 year of relevant experience.</p></li><li><p>At least 21 years old.</p></li><li><p>US Citizen.</p></li><li><p>Permanent Driver’s License.</p></li><li><p>Clear Criminal Record.</p></li></ul><p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p><p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p><p><b>Benefits </b></p><p>AU offers a competitive benefits package. <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://secure-web.cisco.com/1xOwxDSlkRlXlYPPZYWq0QpcjQRmrUewLamlS2mE8G0X9UCt0OMIHfxaQ4N6GAS058pELZSdQ7mZpsWwXxo9S-lqmpm2glO3bAucc5jRLBmHwpXF8-oMjqA7E7oGGwaDLSXF3vLO7rpsEen89xsCneBvdwR2pINB2MnbTTxFJ7dJPajcZQ3roGL2YiowldyPKoHoiCF0pNoBdNFGYVBUxJzZQUl8i7irJRkka4lnqqdFA_pd2wCNcZm7Ib1S8Dw_RJdzRFAIpndOjHM-tbvFKT0ORf019ssEGwRDGJ_u-yguF-dlHsQciOWFO0rDXB_V-LjHJPCjN3VuWc7muGDwUR82fyX-edCRuCyuUO13xkZrEyV0ch6OL36TrAs136S6l0_VH4OJhnr0DEDBngrGhkvT5bCIlDmew68ysA6xwllhWTFIqXgWEa2Gybr1KRZS0yI4MYKoIFJwevowtApZ4uroKV7SM4u7zeBoaR9wJmM5U1jkWuw0HFtKTTdwPmZVaC0DjpToAb2RA3RaIBLR-ag/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.american.edu%2Fhr%2Fbenefits%2F\">Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options</a>.</p><p></p><p><b>Other Details</b></p><ul><li style=\"text-align:left\"><p>Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.</p></li><li style=\"text-align:left\"><p>Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.</p></li><li style=\"text-align:left\"><p>Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. 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If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.</p><p></p><p><b>Contact Us</b></p><p>For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"mailto:AsuccessfulU@american.edu\">theworkline@american.edu</a>.</p><p></p><p><i>American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. 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