Our Lady of the Lake University
Police Officer - Our Lady of the Lake University
Our Lady of the Lake University, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208
Police Officer - Our Lady of the Lake University
Under the supervision of the police sergeant, the police officer’s main function is to prevent and suppress criminal activity and to ensure a safe and secure learning environment on campus. The officer enforces governmental laws and regulations as well as university policies and procedures; performs police, traffic, crime prevention, and other duties. They safeguard university assets, enforce traffic and parking regulations, investigate vehicle accidents, and enforce federal, state, and local laws as well as university regulations and policies.
Performance Metrics
Patrol Effectiveness and Visibility
Metric: Completes assigned foot, bike, and vehicular patrols across designated campus areas with high visibility and proactive engagement.
Incident Response and Report Accuracy
Metric: Responds to calls for service—including medical, criminal, and traffic incidents—in a timely, professional manner and produces accurate and complete documentation.
Policy Compliance and Community Service
Metric: Demonstrates knowledge and consistent enforcement of university policies, laws, and ordinances while maintaining a service-oriented approach with students, staff, and visitors.
Essential Functions
Assist as panel member during interview boards.
Provide general information to the university community and visitors.
Conduct courtesy services such as battery jump‑starts, opening locked vehicles, and airing tires.
Conduct patrol on Our Lady of the Lake Convent, McCollough, and Regen Hall.
Enforce federal, state, and local laws and ordinances and university regulations and policies.
Investigate traffic accidents and criminal offenses and prepare investigation and special reports.
Make arrests and appear in court as required.
Monitor and enforce traffic and parking regulations.
Monitor external grounds lighting and generate work orders for light replacement when needed.
Open and close buildings and control lighting as needed.
Prevent and suppress crime by being highly visible and performing aggressive and continuous foot, bike, and vehicular patrols.
Provide escorts on campus when directed.
Provide security surveillance of university facilities.
Respond and assist with all emergency detentions.
Respond to all medical emergencies; be First Aid/CPR and AED certified.
Additional Responsibilities
Perform other related duties as assigned by a supervisor.
Requirements Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a police officer to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, run, use hands and fingers, handle or operate objects, reach with hands and arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, taste and smell. The officer may be required to carry, drag, or restrain individuals weighing 50 to 300 pounds and lift in excess of 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Hazards Conditions present high stress and threat to personal safety during periods of search, seizure, and arrest; may be exposed to toxic materials, blood‑borne pathogens and other infectious environments; have to deal with unruly or dangerous individuals, unsafe building sites, and the use of deadly force; may be required to extend work schedule during university emergency situations as deemed necessary to ensure public safety by the Chief of Police.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Be on call 24 hrs. / 7 days a week and respond to all campus emergencies as directed by the Chief of Police.
Accomplish tasks in a professional and expeditious manner.
Demonstrate sound judgment and possess good communication skills.
Successfully complete handgun, shotgun, and patrol rifle qualifications.
Pass TCOLE required physical exam, psychological exam, and drug screen.
Work and cover half or full shift in the event of manpower shortage with limited notification.
Work holidays and required shift work, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.
Possess strong interpersonal skills (verbal and written).
Dependable regarding handling work assignments and critical incidents.
Knowledge of Texas driving rules and regulations; have a current Texas driver’s license.
Be able to travel to off‑site campuses (San Antonio, Houston & La Feria) and stay for an extended period.
Basic knowledge of data entry and criminal report assessment.
Education and Experience
High School graduate or GED required.
Honorable discharge from military service (DD‑2140) if applicable.
Must have a Basic TCOLE peace officer’s license.
Valid Texas driver’s license with good driving record required.
Additional Information Employment with Our Lady of the Lake University is contingent upon the applicant undergoing a background investigation.
Equal Opportunity OLLU seeks to attract, develop and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administrators. The University is committed to diversity and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities. EOE. Our Lady of the Lake University uses E‑Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E‑Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E‑Verify.
Application Instructions Please submit an online application and upload a resume.
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Performance Metrics
Patrol Effectiveness and Visibility
Metric: Completes assigned foot, bike, and vehicular patrols across designated campus areas with high visibility and proactive engagement.
Incident Response and Report Accuracy
Metric: Responds to calls for service—including medical, criminal, and traffic incidents—in a timely, professional manner and produces accurate and complete documentation.
Policy Compliance and Community Service
Metric: Demonstrates knowledge and consistent enforcement of university policies, laws, and ordinances while maintaining a service-oriented approach with students, staff, and visitors.
Essential Functions
Assist as panel member during interview boards.
Provide general information to the university community and visitors.
Conduct courtesy services such as battery jump‑starts, opening locked vehicles, and airing tires.
Conduct patrol on Our Lady of the Lake Convent, McCollough, and Regen Hall.
Enforce federal, state, and local laws and ordinances and university regulations and policies.
Investigate traffic accidents and criminal offenses and prepare investigation and special reports.
Make arrests and appear in court as required.
Monitor and enforce traffic and parking regulations.
Monitor external grounds lighting and generate work orders for light replacement when needed.
Open and close buildings and control lighting as needed.
Prevent and suppress crime by being highly visible and performing aggressive and continuous foot, bike, and vehicular patrols.
Provide escorts on campus when directed.
Provide security surveillance of university facilities.
Respond and assist with all emergency detentions.
Respond to all medical emergencies; be First Aid/CPR and AED certified.
Additional Responsibilities
Perform other related duties as assigned by a supervisor.
Requirements Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a police officer to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, run, use hands and fingers, handle or operate objects, reach with hands and arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, taste and smell. The officer may be required to carry, drag, or restrain individuals weighing 50 to 300 pounds and lift in excess of 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Hazards Conditions present high stress and threat to personal safety during periods of search, seizure, and arrest; may be exposed to toxic materials, blood‑borne pathogens and other infectious environments; have to deal with unruly or dangerous individuals, unsafe building sites, and the use of deadly force; may be required to extend work schedule during university emergency situations as deemed necessary to ensure public safety by the Chief of Police.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Be on call 24 hrs. / 7 days a week and respond to all campus emergencies as directed by the Chief of Police.
Accomplish tasks in a professional and expeditious manner.
Demonstrate sound judgment and possess good communication skills.
Successfully complete handgun, shotgun, and patrol rifle qualifications.
Pass TCOLE required physical exam, psychological exam, and drug screen.
Work and cover half or full shift in the event of manpower shortage with limited notification.
Work holidays and required shift work, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.
Possess strong interpersonal skills (verbal and written).
Dependable regarding handling work assignments and critical incidents.
Knowledge of Texas driving rules and regulations; have a current Texas driver’s license.
Be able to travel to off‑site campuses (San Antonio, Houston & La Feria) and stay for an extended period.
Basic knowledge of data entry and criminal report assessment.
Education and Experience
High School graduate or GED required.
Honorable discharge from military service (DD‑2140) if applicable.
Must have a Basic TCOLE peace officer’s license.
Valid Texas driver’s license with good driving record required.
Additional Information Employment with Our Lady of the Lake University is contingent upon the applicant undergoing a background investigation.
Equal Opportunity OLLU seeks to attract, develop and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administrators. The University is committed to diversity and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities. EOE. Our Lady of the Lake University uses E‑Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E‑Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E‑Verify.
Application Instructions Please submit an online application and upload a resume.
#J-18808-Ljbffr