JF Drake State Technical College
Police Officer (Part-Time)
JF Drake State Technical College, Huntsville, Alabama, United States, 35824
Position Summary
Provide for the safety and well‑being of the faculty, staff, students, and visitors. Provide a secure environment through crime prevention and control, criminal investigation, traffic and parking supervision, disaster coordination, maintenance of public order and other related services. This is a "continuous" posting with no closing date; applications are accepted continuously and candidates are interviewed and hired as needed. Salary is determined by placement on the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees Local Salary "L" Schedule – Part‑Time, maximum of 19 hours per week. Hourly salary range: $16.17 – $24.41 per hour. Work hours: maximum of 19 hours per week.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Provide foot and vehicular patrol of the campus.
Respond to and investigate all incidents on campus including motor‑vehicle accidents, criminal, security, and safety incidents, and college violations.
Provide security to the college community as requested, including escorting personnel to vehicles late at night and acting as a witness at meetings involving potentially irate personnel or students.
Enforce criminal and traffic laws, make arrests, and issue summons as required.
Secure college buildings.
Write tickets for parking violations.
Complete incident reports.
Monitor authorized student activities for adherence to college policies.
Lock and unlock offices and buildings as requested.
Make emergency notifications.
Detect and report hazardous conditions including potholes, light outages, obstructions, etc.
Complete twelve hours of continuing education annually as required by APOST.
Perform other appropriate duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required; some college preferred.
Two (2) years of full‑time law enforcement work experience or one‑year equivalent experience.
Current Alabama driver’s license.
APOST certification.
Knowledge of city, state, and federal laws.
Ability to deal effectively with the public in emergency situations.
Knowledge of first aid/CPR.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Must maintain a level of physical fitness that would enable them to perform duties typically associated with police work.
Ability to pass the weapons qualification requirement (APOST).
Desired Profile
Understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and mission of a community and technical college.
Sensitivity and commitment to cultural diversity.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and various situations in a calm and professional manner.
Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines.
Commitment to teaching and learning, supporting recent high school graduates, adult students, and non‑traditional students.
Application Procedures Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and submit a complete application packet through the NEOED Online Application System. A complete application consists of:
An online application.
Current résumé.
Copy of college transcripts (transcripts must confirm educational requirements).
Only the most recently submitted application packet will be reviewed. All applications received will be screened and interviews scheduled by appointment only. Applicants must demonstrate written proficiency in English as part of the on‑campus interview process.
Background Check Requirement Applicants must sign a consent form and agree to a non‑refundable fee of $17.40 for a criminal background check. Employment is contingent upon a clearance notification from the background check.
Important Information Applicants must submit a completed application packet by the application deadline. Incomplete submissions will result in disqualification. All applicants must travel at their own expense. The College is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with the Alabama Community College System policy prohibiting discrimination. The College reserves the right to withdraw this announcement at any time prior to awarding.
EEO Statement Drake State Community and Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. No person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. The College will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees.
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Provide for the safety and well‑being of the faculty, staff, students, and visitors. Provide a secure environment through crime prevention and control, criminal investigation, traffic and parking supervision, disaster coordination, maintenance of public order and other related services. This is a "continuous" posting with no closing date; applications are accepted continuously and candidates are interviewed and hired as needed. Salary is determined by placement on the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees Local Salary "L" Schedule – Part‑Time, maximum of 19 hours per week. Hourly salary range: $16.17 – $24.41 per hour. Work hours: maximum of 19 hours per week.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Provide foot and vehicular patrol of the campus.
Respond to and investigate all incidents on campus including motor‑vehicle accidents, criminal, security, and safety incidents, and college violations.
Provide security to the college community as requested, including escorting personnel to vehicles late at night and acting as a witness at meetings involving potentially irate personnel or students.
Enforce criminal and traffic laws, make arrests, and issue summons as required.
Secure college buildings.
Write tickets for parking violations.
Complete incident reports.
Monitor authorized student activities for adherence to college policies.
Lock and unlock offices and buildings as requested.
Make emergency notifications.
Detect and report hazardous conditions including potholes, light outages, obstructions, etc.
Complete twelve hours of continuing education annually as required by APOST.
Perform other appropriate duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required; some college preferred.
Two (2) years of full‑time law enforcement work experience or one‑year equivalent experience.
Current Alabama driver’s license.
APOST certification.
Knowledge of city, state, and federal laws.
Ability to deal effectively with the public in emergency situations.
Knowledge of first aid/CPR.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Must maintain a level of physical fitness that would enable them to perform duties typically associated with police work.
Ability to pass the weapons qualification requirement (APOST).
Desired Profile
Understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and mission of a community and technical college.
Sensitivity and commitment to cultural diversity.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and various situations in a calm and professional manner.
Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines.
Commitment to teaching and learning, supporting recent high school graduates, adult students, and non‑traditional students.
Application Procedures Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and submit a complete application packet through the NEOED Online Application System. A complete application consists of:
An online application.
Current résumé.
Copy of college transcripts (transcripts must confirm educational requirements).
Only the most recently submitted application packet will be reviewed. All applications received will be screened and interviews scheduled by appointment only. Applicants must demonstrate written proficiency in English as part of the on‑campus interview process.
Background Check Requirement Applicants must sign a consent form and agree to a non‑refundable fee of $17.40 for a criminal background check. Employment is contingent upon a clearance notification from the background check.
Important Information Applicants must submit a completed application packet by the application deadline. Incomplete submissions will result in disqualification. All applicants must travel at their own expense. The College is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with the Alabama Community College System policy prohibiting discrimination. The College reserves the right to withdraw this announcement at any time prior to awarding.
EEO Statement Drake State Community and Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. No person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. The College will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees.
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