Police Officer

Title: Police Officer

Employee Classification: Police Officer

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Operations & Business Mgmt

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Campus Operations

Department: HSC-Police-Administration-355400

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commiserate to Experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The Police Department at the University of North Texas Health Science Center is seeking to hire a Police Officer. Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to: Enforcement of state laws, traffics laws, city ordinances, and University rules and regulations. Respond to calls for service in HSC service area. Provide building security. Operation of police vehicles and radio. Performance of crime prevention efforts and initiatives. Completion of police related paperwork and reports. Performance of foot patrol, bicycle patrol and vehicle patrol as appropriate. Perform dispatch functions as needed. Perform crash investigations and investigation of criminal incidents. Maintain daily documentation for vehicles and monthly checklists.

Position Overview

The Police Officer provides law enforcement, security and related public safety services for both the protection of University ownedproperty and the members of the community in fulfillment of the departments mission to provide a comprehensive programof 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. Employees in this job may be responsible for conducting research on, working on, or having the ability to access critical organizational infrastructure and they must be able to maintain the security and integrity of the infrastructure related to this role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 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

Basic TCOLE Peace Officer License

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.
• Performs dispatch function as needed.
• 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. 

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

• Elevated temperatures.
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Low temperatures.

Work Schedule

varies

Driving University Vehicle

Yes

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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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, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration 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 a related investigation or proceeding.