Texas A&M University - Central Texas
Overview
The Police Officer, under general supervision, provides specialized professional law enforcement skills by giving service, information and aid to citizens as circumstances require, preventing crime, suppressing disturbances, investigating criminal offenses, and arresting offenders. Applicants must be authorized to work for any US employer. The department is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Responsibilities
Patrols designated areas to prevent, discover, and deter the commission of crime, to enforce criminal law, to direct traffic, and to enforce motor vehicle operation and parking regulations.
Responds to calls and complaints involving fire, automobile accidents, disturbances, assaults, robberies, and other felonies and misdemeanors.
Interacts with the public on a day-to-day basis, provides assistance to other law enforcement, community departments, or local agencies.
Secures crime scenes, conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations, gathers evidence, obtains witness statements, apprehends suspects, makes arrests, and transports offenders.
Enforces criminal and traffic laws as well as University rules and regulations.
Takes the appropriate action necessary in accordance with rules, regulations, and policies, Federal, State, and local laws.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
One year of related experience.
Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses
Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) basic certification. Must have a State of Texas class 'C' vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
Other Requirements
All system university police will be required to meet minimum licensing standard requirements as required by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) § 217.1.
Must successfully pass psychological evaluation, physical examination, and complete background investigation to include but not limited to driving history, criminal background, and credit history.
Wage:
24.28/hour Hours:
Monday - Friday; 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Hours may vary depending on department needs. Supervision of Others:
This position does not supervise employees. Work Location:
This is not a remote position. The selected candidate will be required to work on campus. To Apply
Please apply directly on our Texas A&M University-Central Texas Job Site. Please submit a cover letter, a resume, and the contact information of three professional references when applying for this position. If you hold a TCOLE license, please upload it under the attachments section. Additional Information
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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The Police Officer, under general supervision, provides specialized professional law enforcement skills by giving service, information and aid to citizens as circumstances require, preventing crime, suppressing disturbances, investigating criminal offenses, and arresting offenders. Applicants must be authorized to work for any US employer. The department is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Responsibilities
Patrols designated areas to prevent, discover, and deter the commission of crime, to enforce criminal law, to direct traffic, and to enforce motor vehicle operation and parking regulations.
Responds to calls and complaints involving fire, automobile accidents, disturbances, assaults, robberies, and other felonies and misdemeanors.
Interacts with the public on a day-to-day basis, provides assistance to other law enforcement, community departments, or local agencies.
Secures crime scenes, conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations, gathers evidence, obtains witness statements, apprehends suspects, makes arrests, and transports offenders.
Enforces criminal and traffic laws as well as University rules and regulations.
Takes the appropriate action necessary in accordance with rules, regulations, and policies, Federal, State, and local laws.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
One year of related experience.
Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses
Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) basic certification. Must have a State of Texas class 'C' vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
Other Requirements
All system university police will be required to meet minimum licensing standard requirements as required by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) § 217.1.
Must successfully pass psychological evaluation, physical examination, and complete background investigation to include but not limited to driving history, criminal background, and credit history.
Wage:
24.28/hour Hours:
Monday - Friday; 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Hours may vary depending on department needs. Supervision of Others:
This position does not supervise employees. Work Location:
This is not a remote position. The selected candidate will be required to work on campus. To Apply
Please apply directly on our Texas A&M University-Central Texas Job Site. Please submit a cover letter, a resume, and the contact information of three professional references when applying for this position. If you hold a TCOLE license, please upload it under the attachments section. Additional Information
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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