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UPD Benefits

In addition to offering competitive pay, the University Police Department offers a full benefits package including paid vacation and sick leave, medical/dental/vision/life insurances, retirement plan, longevity pay and tuition waivers for those wishing to continue their education.


Campus Police Officer

Pay

  • WVU provides competitive wages for its employees and takes experience and related education into consideration when determining appropriate salary.
  • Certified officers are eligible for a signing incentive upon completion of onboarding.
  • Employees in this position are eligible for regular incremental raises tied to milestones in the training program. They are also eligible for three retention incentives starting their second year.

Benefits

  • 40-hour work week and opportunities for overtime
  • 13 paid holidays
  • 15 vacation days per year or more based on years of service
  • 18 sick days per year
  • A range of health insurance and other benefit options (dental, vision and more)
  • Housing Down Payment Program
  • Scholarship opportunities for dependents
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match
  • Wellness programs and discounts to local and national services
  • Uniform and equipment provided

Campus Safety Officer

Pay

  • WVU provides competitive wages for its employees and takes experience and related education into consideration when determining appropriate salary.

Benefits

  • 37.5-hour work week
  • 13 paid holidays
  • 15 vacation days per year or more based on years of service
  • 18 sick days per year
  • A range of health insurance and other benefit options (dental, vision and more)
  • Housing Down Payment Program
  • Scholarship opportunities for dependents
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match
  • Wellness programs and discounts to local and national services
  • Uniform and equipment provided

Public Safety Dispatcher

Pay

  • WVU provides competitive wages for its employees and takes experience and related education into consideration when determining appropriate salary.

Benefits

  • 40-hour work week and opportunities for overtime
  • 13 paid holidays
  • 15 vacation days per year or more based on years of service
  • 18 sick days per year
  • A range of health insurance and other benefit options (dental, vision and more)
  • Housing Down Payment Program
  • Scholarship opportunities for dependents
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match
  • Wellness programs and discounts to local and national services
  • Uniform and equipment provided