Police officer jobs in the United States

Find police officer jobs across the United States. Choose a place, compare current openings and read the employer’s requirements.

Counted Oct 27, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 3,562
Employers: 2,160

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / hour: $34.38Across 1,278 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $65,962Across 612 listings
Average starting payUSD / month: $7,604Across 171 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%4 listings
Hybrid: <1%2 listings
On-site: 9%312 listings

Not specified: 91% (3,244 listings)

Employers hiring include Military, Veterans and Diverse Job Seekers (54), Allied Universal (24), Johns Hopkins University (21).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Police officer jobs in the United States

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Entry Police Officer
City of Lynnwood
Lynnwood, WA
- $49.18 to $59.58 USD / hour
Entry Police Officer Applicants - the Lynnwood Police Departme
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POLICE OFFICER 1-2 - Job Appointment
State of Louisiana
Alexandria, LA
- $16.83 to $34.06 USD / hour
We’re looking for a Police Officer to join our dedicated team at Central Louisiana Supports and Services Center (CLSSC) - a facility committed to providing active treatment and healthcare…
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POLICE OFFICER (MILITARY WORKING DOG HANDLER)
U.S. Marine Corps
San Diego, CA
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Police Officer
Port Of Corpus Christi Authority
Corpus Christi, TX
- $59,092.8 to $83,907.2 USD / year
…Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Certified Peace Officer to join our law enforcement team at the PCCA Police Department (PPD). This position will support PPD and its commitment…
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Police Officer/Lateral Transfer
City of Santa Monica
Santa Monica, CA
- $60.9 to $75.18 USD / hour
Join one of the highest-paid police departments in California, where competitive compensation is just the beginning. At SMPD, you’ll experience the excitement of working in a world-class…
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Police Officer Lateral Appointment
Warrenville
Warrenville, IL
The City of Warrenville is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer Lateral Transfer.
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Company Police Officer - Hospital
Allied Universal
Bryson City, NC
- $37.5 USD / hour
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Company Police Officer - Healthcare
Allied Universal
Sylva, NC
- $37.5 USD / hour
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Sworn Police Officer - Hospital
Allied Universal
Wilson, NC
- $37.5 USD / hour
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Police Officer - Hospital
Allied Universal
Louisburg, NC
- $37.5 USD / hour
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Police Officer - Healthcare
Allied Universal
Henderson, NC
- $37.5 USD / hour
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Police Officer Intern OR Police Officer I
Fort Lewis College
United States
- $30.01 to $31.53 USD / hour
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Police Officer
Shippensburg University
PA
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Off-Duty Police Officer
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
Arlington, TX
This posting is for Police Officers that have been referred for work at Six Flags Over Texas or Hurricane Harbor, by one of the off-duty Officer Coordinators. This posting is not open to…
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Police Officer (Certified) -$7,500 Signing Bonus
City of Coconut Creek
Coconut Creek, FL
- $35.65 USD / hour
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Police Officer (Certified)
CITY OF MABLETON
MABLETON, GA
- $31.73 to $34.61 USD / hour
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Police Officer
Town of Oxford
Oxford, MA
- $33.48 to $39.18 USD / hour
The Police Officer is responsible for the efficient performance of his/her duties in conformance with the rules, regulations, and policies contained in this job description.
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Police Officer, Night Shift, University Police
Wake Forest University
Winston Salem, NC
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Police Officer - Hutchinson
Minnesota City Jobs
Hutchinson, MN
- $33.86 to $50.8 USD / hour
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Police Officer
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OK
- $22.12 to $23.51 USD / hour
Help ensure a safe environment for all of our students, faculty, staff, and visitors as a TCC Police Officer.
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Police Officer (Certified and Non-Certified) (Hiring One or More)
Christopher Newport University
VA
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UNIVERSITY POLICE OFFICER I
University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley
Rio Grande Valley, TX
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Police Officer, PT, Variable
Greenville Health Authority
Greenville, SC
…operating procedures and policies, state-certified Law Enforcement Officer enforces the laws of the State of South Carolina, municipal codes as applicable, and federal laws as they apply…
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University Police Officer 1
University of Buffalo
NY
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Peace Officer - PRN
Houston Methodist
Baytown, TX
At Houston Methodist, the Peace Officer position is responsible for providing police authority by enforcing federal and state laws and city ordinances, as appropriate. This position…

Wake Forest University

Police Officer, Night Shift, University Police

Winston Salem, NC, United States

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Job details

Apply by: Nov 27, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 27, 2026

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Job Description Summary The Police Officer performs a variety of duties to protect members of the University community from harm; provides a high degree of security for University property, and that of students, employees, and visitors. Assists in all types of emergency situations and assures orderly movement of traffic on campus. Enforces North Carolina State Laws and City Ordinances.

Job Description

This position is not eligible for sponsorship of non-immigrant or immigrant visa status through Wake Forest University. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply.

Essential Functions:

Patrols University property on foot, bicycle, or in a vehicle to protect lives and property.
Conducts investigations of all accidents, crimes, and incidents by interviewing victims, witnesses, and suspects, through the identification and collection of physical evidence, searching persons, vehicles, and other premises in accordance with legal guidelines.
Responds to all emergency calls including potentially violent and life-threatening situations.
Provides crime prevention strategies; inspects University property for safety hazards, equipment malfunctions, unsecured doors, or other unusual occurrences; refers victims to appropriate services; provides directions, escorts, vehicle, and door unlock assistance, operates necessary equipment.
Enforces state laws, city ordinances, and University regulations.
Responds to fire, intrusion, and security alarms and emergency call boxes.
Integrates Community Policing into routine patrol activity and utilizes COPS concepts to resolve problems.
Responds to radio communications.
Renders immediate and temporary medical aid to injured and/or ill persons in emergency situations.
Intervenes and diffuses crisis situations as non-violently as possible.
Documents all activities and prepares written reports as required by departmental policy.
Prosecutes offenders as necessary by filing criminal charges, referral to the appropriate University authorities, or through other measures such as trespassing non-students.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Takes corrective actions for violators of crimes or policies and investigates cases as assigned.
Utilizes SARA model of Community Policing in a collaborative manner to develop, implement, and deliver efficient and effective law enforcement and community services.

Other Functions:

Attends and represents the University as assigned at various meetings, events, etc.
Works special assignments.
Prepares and presents testimony in criminal, traffic, judicial hearings, and grand jury.
Attends advanced and specialized training activities.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

High school diploma plus specialized training with two years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver’s license with good driving record. Must be insurable.
Must meet all requirements to become certified as a Law Enforcement Officer in accordance with the provisions of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission (Basic Law Enforcement Training [BLET] certification).
Will be required to work rotating shifts of eight, ten, and twelve hours, including holidays, weekends, and overtime and in adverse weather conditions as needed.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Sworn law enforcement experience in a campus environment.
Knowledge of Federal laws, North Carolina General Statutes, Winston-Salem City ordinances and Wake Forest University policies.
Effective communication skills (oral and written) and ability to interact in a courteous and professional manner with the public, representatives of the legal system, Police Department personnel, University officials, faculty, staff, students, and visitors.
Ability to prepare written reports of activities and incidents with accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to act and direct the actions of others quickly and make intelligent decisions in emergency situations.
Ability to maintain considerable working knowledge of modern policing principles.
Ability to adapt to an often-changing work schedule, which may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Accountabilities:

Reviews or oversees the work of less experienced officers in some circumstances.
Assists in providing problem solving assistance to students in cooperation with other University departments.
Responsible for extreme accuracy, attention to details, and comprehensiveness. Reports to Police Sergeant.
Error may result in death or injury of individuals, loss, or damage to property, both personal and University owned, wrongful conviction of innocent individuals, failure to convict guilty individuals and civil damages.
Most instructions to the employee will be given by the immediate supervisor.
Oral and written instructions will be provided but it is important that the employee be able to make independent decisions.

Physical Requirements:

Must have vision correctable to 20/20 and meet color vision requirements.
Must be able to use a variety of law enforcement machines, instruments, and tools including radios, computers, automobiles, emergency, and investigative equipment, correctly and effectively.
Must be able to meet the other physical requirements listed by the North Carolina Training and Standards Commission.
May be exposed to hazardous materials, chemicals, explosions, or loud noises.
May be required to drive departmental vehicles for long periods of time.
Medium work: Exerting up to 5 pounds of force occasionally or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
May be required to exert extreme physical effort in subduing an arrestee, restraining individuals, performing a rescue operation, or activity.
May be required to stand on foot for long periods of time.
Must be able to perform the following physical activities: stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing and engage in repetitive motions like run/sprint distances, climb stairs/ladders and other physical activities as necessary in emergency situations.

Environmental Conditions:

The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Standing, walking, sitting for periods of time.

Additional Job Description

Time Type Requirement Full time

Note to Applicant:

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor. In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.

Equal Opportunity Statement The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status.

Accommodations for Applicants If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact AskHR@wfu.edu or (336) 758-4700.

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