Community Service Officer
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Operations
Lincoln, NE, USA
USD 18-18 / hour
Posted on Apr 17, 2026
| Working Title | Community Service Officer |
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| Department | University Police-0823 |
| Requisition Number | S_260293 |
| Posting Open Date | 04/16/2026 |
| Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 04/24/2026 |
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| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Description of Work | Do you want to make a real difference while growing your career in campus safety and law enforcement? Join the University Police Department as a Community Service Officer and be part of a team committed to a community policing approach, building relationships, solving problems collaboratively, and enhancing safety across campus. In this role, you’ll be a visible and trusted presence in residence halls and throughout the university, creating a safe and supportive environment for all members of our community. Community Service Officers connect with students, faculty, staff and visitors, help address concerns, and contribute to practical solutions that strengthen the campus experience. What You’ll Do · Conduct foot and vehicle patrols, monitoring residence halls and surrounding areas, monitoring behavior, securing buildings and property, and reporting disturbances. · Respond to minor calls for assistance as assigned or until a police officer arrives. · Assist students with accessing and navigating university resources. · Help ensure building security through door access control and surveillance monitoring. · Maintain order during special events. This role is essential to our 24/7 campus safety operations. Most shifts are overnight, with occasional daytime hours for special events. Flexibility is required, including availability for nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. Shift differential pay is provided when applicable. About Us At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska. When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:
As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/. |
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| Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | Yes |
| Physical Required | Yes |
| Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. | No |
| Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes |
| Posted Salary | $18.00/hr |
| How to Apply | Click on “Apply to this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. |
| For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Brittany Kruckman bkruckman2@unl.edu |
| Job Category (old) | Office/Service |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | Overnights with varying days off including weekends and holidays |
| Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE |
| Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No |
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