Title: Police Officer

Employee Classification: Police Officer

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Operations & Business Mgmt

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Police

Department: HSC-Police-Administration-355400

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

This position is responsible for the enforcement of criminal laws, traffic laws, and university regulations related to the welfare of students, faculty, staff, and the general public.

Position Overview

The Police Officer provides law enforcement, security and related public safety services for both the protection of University owned property and the members of the community in fulfillment of the departments mission to provide a comprehensive program of services to help ensure the campus remains a safe and pleasant place in which to live, study and work.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have physical ability to perform police officer (Law Enforcement) duties.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Good moral character and ability to furnish acceptable character references. Understanding of and willingness to abide by the Police Officers Code of Ethics. Physical ability to perform Police Officer (Law Enforcement) duties. Ability and willingness to work long or irregular hours, on various and changing shifts, sometimes under severe emotional stress and inclement weather. Exercises good judgment and utilizes tact and courtesy when working with the public under frequently stressful conditions. Ability to react quickly and effectively under emergency (high stress) situations. Demonstrates professional demeanor and superior oral communication skills. Ability to formulate effective solutions to problem situations in accordance with statutes, regulations, and training. Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications

Ten years of police officer experience.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties:

• Detains, arrests, or issue citations to individuals suspected of criminal activity.
• Answer calls for service in HSC primary jurisdiction and related property. 
• Provides security during special events (graduations, conferences, etc.).
• Enforce state laws, Local ordinances, traffic laws and university regulations related to the welfare of students, faculty , staff and thegeneral public. 
• Complete and submit accurate police reports in a timely manner. 
• Patrolling of university owned, leased or operated property by foot, bike and vehicle to provide a visible deterrence of crime. 
• Intensive walking/patrolling on University property. 
• Participate in community based police activities and programs. 
• Perform a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of law enforcement services. 
• Perform all aspects of law enforcement duties including investigation, community services, administration and training. 

Work Schedule:

Various

Driving University Vehicle:

Yes

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

- None

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.