Title: Police Officer I

Employee Classification: Police Officer I

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Finance & Admin

SubDivision-Department: DAL-Finance & Admin

Department: DAL-Police Services-534000

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The University of North Texas at Dallas invites applications for the position of Police Officer I .

Perform all duties normally associated with employment as a licensed police officer; including, preventive patrol, arrest, search
& seizure, traffic enforcement, crash investigation, public safety and service, investigation of criminal incidents, and maintaining public order on the university campus and surrounding area. Work involves patrolling day and night all campus areas, buildings and parking lots. Police Officers must exercise good judgment and discretion in dealing with violators of laws and University regulations. Police Officers may be required to work special assignments, special events or be on call.

Position Overview

Perform all duties normally associated with employment as a licensed police officer; including, preventive patrol, arrest, search seizure, traffic enforcement, crash investigation, public safety and service, investigation of criminal incidents, and maintaining public order on the UNT Dallas main campus and Law Center and surrounding area. Work involves patrolling day and night all campus areas, buildings and parking lots. Police Officers must exercise good judgment and discretion in dealing with violators of laws and University regulations. Police Officers may be required to work special assignments, special events or be on call.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent; must be 21 years old; possess valid Texas Driver License or obtain within 30 days of employment; physical ability to perform Police Officer (law enforcement) duties.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Be of good moral character and able to furnish acceptable character references
• Understand and willing to abide by the Police Officers Code of Ethics
• Physically able to perform police officer (Law Enforcement) duties
• Possess valid Texas Driver’s License or obtain within thirty (30) days of employment
• Able to work long or irregular hours, on various and changing shifts, sometimes under severe emotional stress and inclement weather
• Exercise good judgment and to utilize tact and courtesy when working with the public under frequently stressful conditions
• Able to react quickly and effectively under emergency (high stress) situations
• Demonstrate professional demeanor and excellent oral communication skill
• Ability to formulate solutions to problems in accordance with statutes, regulations, and training
• Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed
• Lateral entry incumbents must be either currently employed as a police officer in Texas or other state or federal jurisdiction acceptable to the university or have less than a twelve (12) month break in service.
• Ability to operate computer with a general understanding of application software, and an understanding of the Internet.
• Microsoft applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in business, criminal justice, sociology, computer science or related field.
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Licensed by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Licensed in Texas as a Basic Police Officer

Job Duties:

• Conducts regular patrols inside and outside of buildings, parking lots, and around the campus grounds to watch for criminal activity, unsecured buildings, fires, and any other unusual conditions or irregularities.
• Investigates reports of criminal behavior and university regulations. 
• Arrests violators and files appropriate charges where and when such action is appropriate.
• Issues citations for parking and traffic violations.
• Conducts traffic accident investigations.
• Prepares written and oral reports on completed investigative activities and calls. 
• Testifies in criminal/civil court, administrative hearings and other required venues.
• Enforces traffic laws and directs traffic upon area public streets.
• Protects lives and property.
• Performs other duties as directed by the Chief of Police or police supervisory personnel.
• Observes safety and security measures appropriate to work performed and work supervised.

Work Schedule:

Rotating 12 hour shifts

Driving University Vehicle:

Yes

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

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.