POLICE OFFICER
Texas Southern University

Job Info

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Security Sensitive Position?:

Yes

Hours of Work:

TBA

Posting Number:

TSU202881

Official TSU Title:

POLICE OFFICER

Grant Title:

N/A

Job Description Summary / TWC Summary:

Under general supervision serves as a commissioned law enforcement officer responsible for the protection, safety, and welfare of students, staff, and visitors and all University owned and operated property.

Essential Duties Summary:

• Monitors campus buildings, campus parking lots and garages for criminal activity.
• Maintains readiness for emergency and routine calls for service
• Educating the campus community on emergency and safety prevention techniques
• Enforce all Federal, Local and State laws
• Daily and Periodic patrols of various areas by foot, bicycle, electric powered golf carts or patrol vehicles to preserve the peace, enforce laws, prevent and detect crime, respond to all complaints and complete police reports.
• Provides the essential services designated and work under the overall direction of the Crisis Management Team for the duration of a campus emergency.
• Enforces state laws and file proper charges and documents with the Harris County District Attorney's Office.
• Respond to dispatch calls regarding service, accidents, disturbances, crime, distress, or illness and provides information, assistance, and service to students, staff, and the public.
• Investigates illegal or suspicious activities, persons, and establishments, causes and results of accidents and completes required reports. Collects and preserves physical evidence, protects crime scene, and reports and records all facts of incident.
• Work campus events, special events, university sponsored events
• Controls and directs traffic to enforce University parking regulations and departmental towing policies.
• Mediates and resolves conflicts involving students, department personnel and community members.
• Provides escort service as needed and assists state, county and city law enforcement authorities as requested.
• Conducts crime prevention programs and presentations for faculty, staff, students, and the surrounding community.
• Testifies at administrative hearings and in court to present evidence by describing conditions, situations and actions of individuals for a case.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

% FTE:

1.0

Hiring Range:

Commensurate with experience.

Education:

High School diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent specialized or technical training.

Required Licensing/Certification:

Licensed as a Texas peace officer through the Texas Commission on Law EnforcementValid Texas Driver's License.Basic Peace Officer's CertificationMedical ExaminationPsychological examinationSuccessful Firearms qualificationsSuccessful completion of the Field Training Program (FTO)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Policies, procedures, and practices.
• Job function, family or professional discipline to handle, as necessary, the analysis and/or procedural modifications associated with non-standard work or situations; and as applicable, provides guidance and technical leadership to others in area of expertise.
• Requires advanced, specialized knowledge in a job function, family or professional discipline to handle, as necessary, the analysis and/or procedural modifications associated with non-standard work or situations; and as applicable, provides guidance and technical leadership to others in area of expertise.
• Federal, State, Local, and County laws.
• Safety guidelines.
• Microsoft Office Professional or job-related applications.

Skill in:

• Leading projects.
• Problem-solving and decision-making.
• Analyzing documents.
• Multitasking capabilities.
• Strong time management.
• Both verbal and written communication.

Ability to:

• Analyze and interpret data.
• Prepare detailed reports.
• Work independently.
• Communicate effectively.

Work Experience:

No prior work experience is required but preferred.

Advancement: Police Officer Salary Steps

• $6,000 - (0-3 years) Total police experience (excluding corrections, armed security, military police)
• $9,000 - (4-9 years) Total police experience (excluding corrections, armed security, military police)
• $12,000 - (10 years or more) Total police experience (excluding corrections, armed security, military police

Police Officer "Certification Pay"

• Intermediate $1,200 annually
• Advanced $2,400 annually
• Master $4,800 annually

Working/Environmental Conditions:

• Reach and grasp objects.
• Run, Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Use of video display terminal.
• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skill.
• Communicate information orally and in writing.
• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication.
• Proofread and check documents for accuracy.
• Work a fluctuating work schedule.

UA EEO Statement:

It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures

Open Until Filled (overrides close field) :

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Open to all applicants.

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