Police Officer

Job Title

Police Officer

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

University Police

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

PURPOSE

This position is responsible for providing law enforcement duties for the campus community. Responds to all emergencies and calls for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Functional Area 1: Enforcement (50%)

• Respond to calls of police service involving a wide variety of activity.
• Document all incidents both criminal and non-criminal utilizing CLERK (Computerized Law Enforcement Record Keeping) system.
• Enforce criminal and traffic laws as well as university rules and regulations.
• Arrest, cite, or refer persons as appropriate when in violation.
• Testify in court for criminal and traffic offenses.

Functional Area 2: Patrol (40%)

• Patrol property both on and off campus that is owned or controlled by TAMU-CC, by foot, bike, cart, or motor vehicle.
• Provide security during special details.
• Provide security escorts when requested.

Functional Area 3: Other (10%)

• Unlock doors and buildings.
• Assist the campus community with vehicle jumpstarts and unlocks.
• Assist other divisions within the University Police Department as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Police Officer I: High School Diploma or GED. One (1) year of related experience in law enforcement. Basic peace officer certification through TCOLE.
• Police Officer II: High School Diploma or GED. One (1) year of related experience in law enforcement. Intermediate peace officer certification through TCOLE.
• Police Officer III: High School Diploma or GED. Three (3) years of related experience in law enforcement. Advanced peace officer certification through TCOLE.
• Police Officer IV: High School Diploma or GED. Five (5) years of related experience in law enforcement. Master peace officer certification through TCOLE.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work shift work.
• Ability to pass a firearms qualification.
• 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.
• Maintain a valid Driver License.