Fairbanks, Alaska's second-largest city, sits on the banks of the Chena River in the heart of Alaska. The city is steeped in a history of riverboat captains and gold seekers. Its character has been shaped by a large military presence, construction of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline and the continuing oil economy, and a thriving university. It is a city where old quietly blends with new. Striking modern buildings sit side-by-side with log cabins built in the early part of the last century.

The 2,250-acre University of Alaska Fairbanks campus, located near the center of Alaska, offers limitless opportunities for activity and recreation. The main campus has two lakes and miles of trails as well as a major student recreation complex for indoor sports. Facilities are available for basketball, volleyball, badminton, tennis, calisthenics, dance, gymnastics, judo and karate. There are rifle and pistol ranges; courts for handball, racquetball and squash; a jogging track; a swimming pool; weight training and modern fitness equipment areas; an ice arena for recreational skating and hockey; a special aerobics area; and a two-story climbing wall. UAF sponsors intercollegiate athletics teams in men's and women's basketball, men's and women's cross-country running and skiing, co-ed rifle, men's ice hockey and women's volleyball and swimming.

The Wood Center is the focus of many out-of-class activities. With a pub, snack bar, food court, bowling lanes, conference rooms, lounge and games area, the Wood Center is a gathering place for the entire university community.

UAF has some of the best facilities in the state. Performances are scheduled almost every weekend during the academic year at the Davis Concert Hall or the Salisbury Theatre. The Rasmuson Library, Alaska's largest, has extensive resource materials both in print and online. An array of computer databases provides access to hundreds of academic journals, and Internet connections allow students at remote rural sites to use library resources. The UA Museum of the North is not only one of the top visitor attractions in the state but also a resource for students. Its vast collections are used for demonstration and comparative studies in classrooms and labs.

The Fairbanks campus is the statewide university system's principal research center. Internationally respected research institutes provide students with an opportunity to see research in action and participate in research activities.

University of Alaska Fairbanks Police Department

Our mission is a simple one: To provide a safe and secure environment for the staff, students, and visitors to campus. This commitment assures the University community that the police department will maintain constant vigilance over their property and personal safety. Our department employs professional sworn police officers, and with our excellent emergency dispatch staff and our student community service officers, we provide twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week service to the campus community. The UAF Police, Emergency Communication Center, and the professionals that comprise our department are integral parts of this campus community we proudly serve. We are honored for the opportunity to do so.

University of Alaska Fairbanks Police Officers are responsible for all law enforcement and criminal investigations on the UAF Campus. Must be able to respond to situations where the threat to the officer is unknown. Must be able to quickly assess the situation and act appropriately and in accordance with departmental policy and state statutes. Must be aware of role within a sensitive university setting. Must be of good moral character, free of cultural and ethnic bias. Personal conduct should be above reproach. Strong desire to protect and serve the community. Must maintain physical fitness standards. Must meet all eligibility requirements of Alaska Police Standards Council per 13 AAC 85.005-120. 

University of Alaska Fairbanks Police Department - Entry Level/Lateral Entry Police Officer has 2 vacancies.

The University of Alaska Fairbanks Police Department is hiring for one officer position and establishing an eligibility list for projected openings.

Starting salary depends upon level of experience.

The University of Alaska provides a generous compensation package that includes excellent benefits, including retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental, and vision care coverage.

As an employee at UA you have the opportunity to further your career through the diverse selection of courses offered at any of the UA campuses.

UA provides Leadership development for those in supervisory roles to maximize their leadership qualities and abilities to foster a working environment that is both encouraging and respectful.

Retirement Options

Plan Choices

• PERS/TRS
• ORP

Defined Contribution for those enrolled in ORP

• Employee contributes 8%
• Employer contributes 12%
• Vested after 3 years

Defined Contribution for those enrolled in PERS/TRS

• Managed by the Alaska Division of Retirement
• Employee contributes 8%
• Employer contributes 5% for those in PERS and 7% for TRS.
• Fully vested after 5 years of Service
• Additional employer contributions to fund HRA, Disability, and retiree medical

Voluntary retirement savings plans

UA also provides voluntary savings opportunities through tax-deferred 403(b) plans. Additionally, senior administrators are eligible to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (457b).

Education Programs

Tuition Waiver Program, Employee Benefit

Regular faculty and staff employed for a minimum of 20 hours per week may receive a tuition waiver for up to eight credit hours per semester, a maximum of 16 credit hours per academic year at any University of Alaska campus.

Spouse and Dependent Children Benefit

Provides a spouse or the children (up to the age of 24) of UA employees with the opportunity of tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education at UA..

Alaska 529

UA provides employees a way to save for future college expenses in a tax-advantaged way. Please visit theAlaska 529 webpage to learn more and set up an account.

Health Insurance

Plan Choices

• PPO
• CDHP with Health Saving Account

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Coverages

• Employee
• Spouse
• Child(ren)
• Financially Interdependent Partner

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Financially Interdependent Partners

Health and voluntary insurance plans are provided for same-sex and opposite-sex domestic partners.

Voluntary Benefits

• Supplemental Life up to $600,000
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

$50,000 coverage paid by the university.*

*Benefit-eligible regular and term employees

Long Term Disability

Time Off

Annual Leave

Employees earn –

• 5.54 hours per pay period during the first 5 years*
• 6.46 hours per pay period during years 6 through 10*
• 7.38 hours per pay period after 10 years*

*Annual leave for full-time employees (non-faculty)

Annual Leave Cash-In

The Annual Leave Cash-In program allows eligible employees to cash in up to 40 hours of their annual leave during each fiscal year.

Sick Leave

4.62 hours per pay period*

*All faculty, regular full-time, and extended temporary employees who work 40 or more hours per week. Accrual is prorated for part time.

Holidays

The university observes 12 holidays each year.

Personal Holiday

Each member of the nonexempt and exempt administrative staff may also select a personal holiday, which must be approved by the immediate supervisor.

Leave Share Program

Allows employees to voluntarily transfer hours from their unused sick leave balance to the sick leave balance of an employee with a qualifying medical condition.

Jury Duty

In order that university employees may fulfill their civic responsibility as jurors or subpoenaed witnesses, regular employees are granted leave of absence with pay for these purposes.