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Patrol Lieutenant

Patrol Lieutenant

Texas A&M University SystemPrairie View, TX, US
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Patrol Lieutenant

Agency : Prairie View A&M University

Department : University Police

Proposed Minimum Salary : $34.33 hourly

Job Location : Prairie View, Texas

Job Type : Staff

Job Description

The Police Lieutenant, under direction, supervises officers and police personal and enforces, prevents, and investigates violations of the law and University rules and regulations.

Responsibilities :

  • Supervises a police sergeant and a shift of police / communication officers. Evaluates, counsels and advises subordinates. Approves subordinate leave.
  • Reviews and approves reports and case files submitted by subordinates.
  • Supervises a squad of security officers and / or parking officers.
  • Assimilates and interprets administrative directives and policies and ensures implementation.
  • Patrols campus and acts as a point of contact for other agencies.
  • Provides professional skills to in-service seminars and training of subordinate officers.
  • Investigates offenses and arrests offenders of State Criminal Law and Transportation Code violations.
  • Prepares comprehensive reports.
  • Manages crime scenes and evidence collection and processing. Attends meetings with other departments on and off campus.
  • Serves as an appointed chairperson or member of committees, recruit officer review and officer promotion boards.
  • Testifies in Justice of the Peace Court as well as County and District Courts and student judicial hearings.
  • Interacts with the public by speaking on various topics dealing with law enforcement and community policing.
  • Performs administrative duties and other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience :

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Twelve years of experience as a licensed Police Officer.

    • Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

  • Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all segments of the campus population.
  • Ability to function under adverse and stressful conditions.

    • Required Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses :

  • Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) advanced certification.
  • Must have a State of Texas class 'C' vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.

    • Other Requirements :

  • Work beyond normal office hours and / or work on weekends.
  • Applicant must pass an entrance exam to be considered for employment.
  • Applicant must successfully pass psychological evaluation, physical examination, and complete background investigation to include but not limited to driving history, criminal background, and credit history.
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