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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for uc police in the United States is $75,252.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Uc Police vs Campus Security Officer?

AspectUc PoliceCampus Security Officer
Required CredentialsPolice Academy training, law enforcement certificationSecurity training, sometimes a guard card or basic security certification
Work EnvironmentLaw enforcement setting, responding to emergencies, enforcing lawsCampus premises, monitoring safety, assisting students and staff
Employer & IndustryUniversities, law enforcement agenciesEducational institutions, security companies

Uc Police officers have law enforcement authority, undergo police academy training, and enforce laws on campus. Campus Security Officers focus on safety and security within the campus environment, often with less formal law enforcement authority. Both roles are vital for campus safety but differ in training, authority, and responsibilities.

What is a UC Police officer?

UC Police officers are law enforcement professionals who work for University of California (UC) campus police departments. They are responsible for maintaining safety and security on UC campuses, enforcing laws and campus regulations, responding to emergencies, and assisting students, faculty, and staff. UC Police officers undergo specialized training and have authority similar to municipal police within their jurisdiction. Their presence helps create a safe learning and working environment for the campus community.

What challenges do UC Police officers face when working on a college campus?

UC Police Officers often encounter unique challenges related to campus policing, such as balancing campus safety with the need to foster a welcoming, inclusive environment for students and faculty. Officers may deal with situations involving mental health crises, large student gatherings, and campus protests, requiring strong communication and de-escalation skills. Additionally, the diverse, open nature of a university campus means officers must be adaptable and proactive in community engagement to build trust and ensure effective policing.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a UC Police officer?

To thrive as a UC Police Officer, you need a background in law enforcement, knowledge of criminal and campus safety laws, and completion of police academy training or POST certification. Familiarity with law enforcement technology such as body cameras, incident reporting systems, and radio communication tools is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, crisis management, and the ability to remain calm under pressure help officers build trust and respond effectively in diverse campus situations. These skills ensure the safety of students and staff, maintain public order, and foster a secure and inclusive university environment.
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Infographic showing various Uc Police job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, and 6% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,252 per year, or $36.2 per hour.

Police Officer

The Regents of the University of California on behalf of their Los Angeles Campus

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$58.42/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Department Summary
The UCLA Police Department is a leader in providing progressive law enforcement services to a culturally diverse urban campus and its surrounding community. We are dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment for teaching, research and public service. We do this through patrol, rapid response to calls for service, investigations, education and implementation of preventative strategies. Our work, grounded in a community policing philosophy, utilizes campus partnerships as the most effective approach for insuring a safe campus.
Position Summary
This posting is for applicants who have completed a California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) basic police academy, or are currently or formerly employed as a deputy/police officer. If you are currently an out of state deputy/police officer, you must obtain a California POST Basic Course Waiver before your hire date.
PLEASE NOTE: THE POLICE OFFICER POSITION IS A CONTINUOUS POSTING.
Hiring Bonus: The Police Officer position is eligible for an $8,000 hiring bonus after successful completion of a background check and an accepted offer letter. Candidates who have been employed by UCLA or another UC campus during the 12 months prior to the proposed rehire date are not eligible for the hiring bonus.
Hiring Process: Individuals currently employed as a peace officer are exempt from the written and physical agility tests. Individuals who have completed a POST basic police academy but are not currently employed as a peace officer are exempt from the written test but must attend and pass the physical agility test. We administer several physical agility tests throughout this requisition. You will be notified by email of your testing and/or interview dates by someone in the Personnel and Training Unit prior to any scheduled testing dates.
Physical agility tests are currently scheduled for:
  • July 26, 2026 @ 7:00 a.m.
  • September 5, 2026 @ 7:00 a.m.
  • October 11, 2026 @ 7:00 a.m.
  • November 22, 2026 @ 7:00 a.m.

All physical agility tests are held at:
Rio Hondo College
3600 Workman Mill Rd
Whittier, CA 90601
Please check the UCLA Police Department website for the most up-to-date information.
Salary & Compensation
*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications
  • Knowledge of State, Federal and University of California laws, rules and regulations as applicable to the police function. (Required)
  • Thorough knowledge in the following areas: First Aid/CPR, campus streets, buildings, and parking lots, general law enforcement procedures, vehicle laws, use of firearms. (Required)
  • Able to observe situations analytically, impartially, and objectively, and to record pertinent information accurately and completely. (Required)
  • Carries a firearm. (Required)
  • Must be a US citizen or have permanent resident alien status and achieve citizenship within three years. (Required)
  • Must have no felony convictions. (Required)
  • Excellent verbal and written skills and the ability to interact with a diverse community. (Required)
  • Excellent ability to use computer devices and programs and other modern law enforcement technologies and tools. (Required)
  • Thorough understanding of modern policing issues, philosophies, practices and trends applied within the University environment. (Required)
  • Meet all other requirements for peace officers as established by law and the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training, including possession of or ability to obtain a POST Basic Certificate. (Required)

    • Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations
  • High School Diploma (Required)
  • Valid driver's license. (Required)

    • Special Conditions for Employment
  • Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
  • Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
  • Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.
  • Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.
  • TB Test: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory TB test.
  • Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.
  • CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".
  • Clery Act: The position is a designated CSA (Campus Security Authority) under Clery Act requirements.
  • Limited time off during fiscal close. (Required)
  • Must carry a university cell phone. (Required)
  • Occasional attendance at offsite conferences and meetings. (Required)
  • Evening and/or weekend work. (Required)
  • 5% Travel within State of California for mutual aid and other activities

    • Schedule
    Varies
    Union/Policy Covered
    PA-Police Officers
    Complete Position Description
    https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&JDName=Police%20Officer%20(MI-DPT336500-JC005323-PD168640)

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