Police Officer

Job Summary:

Responsible for the enforcement of institute, state and federal laws and regulations in the protection of life and property in service to the institution’s community.

Job Duties:

Preserves the peace through the use and execution of all lawful means, interceding when authorized by law, to prevent or suppress crime.

Patrols buildings and grounds checking locked doors and windows and investigates suspicious activity or individual(s).

Performs law enforcement functions in the areas of patrol, security, investigations, gang activity prevention, and surveillance.

Utilizes proper means to ensure the safety and security of people, property and equipment throughout the institution’s community.

Enforces traffic law by detecting violations, making violator contacts, placing violators in custody, or issuing citations/warnings.

Investigates motor vehicle collisions.

Provides service, information, and directions to students, employees, and visitors.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

 

Education:

High school diploma or GED and successful completion of a TCOLE approved Basic Peace Officer Course and TCOLE exam is required.

At least sixty (60) college hours from an accredited college or university is preferred.

 

Experience:

Successful completion of a formal field-training program is preferred, no experience required

 

Additional Licenses and Certifications:

Must hold a Peace Officer Commission, issued by the Institute and a valid driver’s license not subject to suspension.

Must be eligible to drive institution owned/leased motor vehicle.

Must meet certain prerequisites established by the Office of the Director of Police, the Board of Regents, and the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).

*This role is eligible for an employee referral incentive*

Additional Information

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