- Company: University of Nevada Reno
- Location: Reno, Nevada
- Salary: Pay not listed
University of Nevada Reno at a glance
unr.edu- Founded 1874
- Employees 4278
SEC filings mentioning "University of Nevada Reno": 576 — search EDGAR
Recipient of NIH research funding: 50+ grants, most recently in 2026 from the NINDS — via NIH RePORTER
Clinical trial sponsor: 28 trials registered, 6 currently active/recruiting — via ClinicalTrials.gov
OSHA safety record: 3 confirmed violations across 1 inspection — via OSHA Establishment Search
3,981 Wikipedia views in June 2026 — a rough gauge of public visibility.
The University of Nevada, Reno is hiring a University Police Officer 2 to join the Northern Command of its University Police Department in Reno, Nevada. This full-time, on-site role offers an opportunity to protect and serve a thriving academic community.
About the Role
As a University Police Officer 2 with the University of Nevada, Reno, you will be a sworn law enforcement professional responsible for safeguarding students, faculty, staff, and visitors across the Reno campus. Working within the University Police Department's Northern Command, you will help maintain a secure environment where teaching, learning, and research can flourish.
Key Responsibilities
- Patrol university grounds, buildings, and surrounding areas to deter and respond to criminal activity.
- Enforce state laws and institutional policies while upholding the rights and safety of all community members.
- Respond to calls for service, emergencies, and incidents, taking appropriate enforcement or assistance action.
- Conduct preliminary investigations, gather evidence, and prepare accurate, detailed reports.
- Build positive relationships through community-oriented policing and proactive public engagement.
- Provide support during campus events, emergencies, and crisis situations as directed.
Qualifications
- Eligibility to serve as a sworn peace officer in the State of Nevada, including applicable certification or academy requirements.
- Demonstrated knowledge of law enforcement practices, procedures, and relevant statutes.
- Sound judgment, integrity, and the ability to make decisions under pressure.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting and community interaction.
- Physical readiness to meet the demands of active patrol and emergency response.
- Commitment to fair, ethical, and community-centered policing.
About University of Nevada Reno
The University of Nevada, Reno is a growing, student-focused institution that values a welcoming and supportive workplace. The university is committed to making its hiring process clear and efficient, and welcomes inquiries from prospective applicants throughout the recruitment.
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Recent news
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Nevada is a landlocked state in the Western United States. It is also sometimes placed in the Mountain West and Southwestern United States. It borders Idaho to the northeast, Oregon to the northwest, California to the west, Arizona to the southeast, and Utah to the east. Nevada is the seventh-most extensive and the 31st-most populous U.S. state. Nearly three-quarters of Nevada's population live in
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National unemployment rate in US: 4.2% — via World Bank
National job openings rate: 4.6% — via BLS JOLTS
Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.3% — via FRED
National quits rate: 1.9% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
Weekly initial unemployment claims: 208,000 — via FRED
GDP per capita in US: $90,027 — via World Bank
Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank
Real GDP growth in US: 2.2% (annual) — via World Bank
Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800 — via OECD
Unemployment rate in Nevada: 5.1% — via U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Cost of living in Nevada: 0.0% below the national average — via BEA
Minimum wage in Nevada: $12.00/hr — via FRED
Real GDP per capita in Nevada: $64,260 — via FRED
Home prices in Nevada (year over year): +1.8% — via FRED
Median household income in Washoe County: $85,600 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Average commute time in Washoe County: 22 min — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Most common commute in Washoe County: Drove Alone (69%) — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Households with home internet in Washoe County: 91% — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Recent seismic activity: 4 earthquakes (M4.5+) within 200km in the last 6 months — largest M5.7 near 20 km ESE of Silver Springs, Nevada. via USGS
Nearby green space: 14 parks within 1.5km — closest is Powning Park. via OpenStreetMap
Nearest public transit: Reno (station, 287m). via OpenStreetMap
Nearby history: Virginia Street Bridge, listed 1980 (126m away) — via National Register of Historic Places
Typical climate: average high 65°F / low 41°F year-round (summers around 87°F, winters around 26°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals
Walkability: Most walkable — via EPA National Walkability Index
Typical rent nearby: $1,489/mo · $1,870/mo — via HUD Fair Market Rents
- Elevation 1,381m (4,531 ft)
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- Role University Police Officer 2 – UPO2 – University Police Department – Northern Command
- Employer University of Nevada Reno
- Location Reno, Nevada
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) Pay not listed
- Posted July 18, 2025
- Apply by July 28, 2026
- Country United States
- Overview Full job description on this page (337 words)
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