Employment
Overview
The 51在线 Police Department (USFPD) serves a vibrant and diverse community across its Tampa, and St. Petersburg campuses. Together, these campuses support more than 50,000 commuter and residential students and over 11,000 faculty and staff, forming a broader community of nearly 85,000 daily visitors. USFPD provides a full range of police services 24/7 agency with primary jurisdiction on and around the university campus. Learn more about USFPD.
The USF Tampa campus is home to several major facilities, including the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center, Pizzo Elementary School, and the Yuengling Center, and is the future site of a new on-campus stadium that will host intercollegiate athletics and large-scale entertainment events.
Why Work for USFPD
Serving such a dynamic and growing university community requires a police department that is equally forward-thinking, community-focused, and dedicated to excellence. The 51在线 Police Department (USFPD) provides comprehensive law enforcement and public safety services across all USF campuses, ensuring a secure and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
Joining USFPD means becoming part of a progressive, accredited agency that values professionalism, integrity, and innovation. Our members are not only guardians of safety but also active partners in education, engagement, and community development. With opportunities for specialized assignments, professional growth, and continuous training, USFPD offers a rewarding career where your work directly supports academic success and community well-being.
Join Our Team
If you鈥檙e seeking a meaningful career where service, integrity, and community intersect, USFPD invites you to join our team. We are looking for individuals who are dedicated to public safety, committed to continuous learning, and motivated to make a difference within our university community.
Explore our current employment opportunities below to learn more about available positions, qualifications, and how to apply. Together, we can continue building a safer, stronger, and more connected USF. The 51在线 is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer.
USFPD Open Positions
Tampa
St. Petersburg
Minimum Requirements for Law Enforcement Officer Positions
Applicants for a sworn law enforcement position must:
- meet the requirements of Chapter 943, 51在线 Statutes
- be at least 19 years of age
- be a U.S. citizen
- be high school graduate
- have a valid driver's license
- have at least two years full-time work experience with substantial exposure to public (i.e., law enforcement, military, customer service, sales, etc.)
- not have any felony convictions or misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude, domestic violence, perjury or false statements
- meet all pre-screening requirements, including: oral board, physical examination, physical agility test, polygraph, psychological examination, and extensive background investigation including fingerprint check through the FBI
Preference is given to applicants with 60 or more semester hours or 90 or more quarter hours of college course work from an accredited college or university or; U.S. military personnel with two years of active service and an honorable discharge or; certified sworn law enforcement officers with one year or more of experience. Learn how to apply to USFPD.
If you have any questions regarding employment, please email USFPD Recruitment Team.