POLICE OFFICER

Security Sensitive Position?:

Yes

Hours of Work:

TBA

Posting Number:

TSU203681

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.

Police Officer “Certification Pay”

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

ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION AND INCENTIVES:Tuition reimbursement for up to 6 hours per semester to attend classes at Texas Southern University. Minimum passing grade of “C” and the ability to maintain a GPA of 2.0 is required for reimbursement.

Years of Service:

• $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)

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:

$26.46 - $33.74

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 Enforcement enrolled BPOC
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Basic Peace Officer’s Certification
• Medical Examination
• Psychological examination
• Successful Firearms qualifications
• Successful completion of the Field Training Program (FTO)
• Auto Insurance
• No Criminal Charges
• Shift work varies
• Able to obtain security clearance
• Making a Pivotal decision

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.

Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment or water treatment system.

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.

Work involves strenuous physical activities of various kinds with continuous exposure to hazardous substances, potentially dangerous situations, unpleasant work conditions such as adverse weather conditions or extreme risk of accident or ill health.

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.