Campus Police Officer

SE; Durant (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

University paid health insurance

Tuition waiver for employees and dependents

Generous leave package

Retirement contributions

Job summary

Southeastern Oklahoma State University in Durant, Oklahoma is seeking a dedicated police officer to ensure campus safety and enforce laws. Responsibilities include patrolling the campus, investigating criminal acts, and responding to emergencies. A high school diploma and CLEET certification are required, along with a commitment to public service. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to cultural diversity in hiring.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• CLEET certification required within six months of hire.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Enforce state and municipal laws and statutes.
• Patrol campus to ensure safety of all persons and property.
• Investigate crimes and prepare case records.
• Provide public assistance and maintain order during special events.

Skills

Communication skills

Dependability

Ability to enforce laws

Public service orientation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CLEET certification

Job description

Summary

Employees of this classification are responsible for patrol and other related police functions, as well as safety and security functions. Work is performed in accordance with established Southeastern University policies and procedures, Southeastern University Department of Campus Police and Safety policies and procedures and directions received orally and/or in writing from the Chief of Police, Captain or other designated authority who reviews the work through observation and a review of the work results.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following is an outline of the basic job responsibilities. However, this listing is not meant to be all inclusive. Basic job responsibilities and duties can be changed or expanded orally and/or in writing by a ranking officer with the approval of the Chief of Police.

• Enforce all federal, state, county and municipal codes, statutes or ordinances, and arrest offenders if the situation warrants such action.
• Enforce all Southeastern Oklahoma State University rules and regulations referred to them for enforcement.
• Protect life and property against criminal attack and to preserve the peace.
• Provide protection against any harmful acts, both willful and inadvertent, whether of a criminal or non-criminal basis.
• The enforcement of all traffic and parking regulations on and around Southeastern Oklahoma State University within the guidelines of the state laws, city ordinances and university traffic and parking regulations to prevent accidents, decrease traffic congestion and ensure the safety of all persons within the campus environment.
• Patrol the campus by vehicle and foot to protect and guard all persons, grounds, buildings and equipment from harm, damage, or destruction by others.
• Cooperate with all local law enforcement agencies.
• Investigate all criminal acts, process the recovery of stolen property, write reports on all incidents, and make follow-up reports as required. Prepare case records for presentation to appropriate court for filing of charges and testify as required. Make original and follow-up investigations of all motor vehicle accidents and testify in criminal court as required.
• Handle all emergencies, disorders, and special University events and keep the Chief of Police, Captain, and on-duty supervisors informed of all important matters.
• Inform the Chief of Police, Captain, and the on-duty supervisor of all arrests as soon as practical.
• Provide public service to all persons on campus, giving information, directions, assistance, and comfort to those in distress.
• Assume the duties of desk officer, maintain radio communication logs, building logs, telephone and other duties that may be assigned by a superior officer.
• To be called out, if not on duty, in times of emergency or when other situations arise that additional help is needed.
• Any additional police duties that may be required by the Chief of Police.

Additional Performance Responsibilities (Functions, Duties)

• Attendance and Dependability: The employee can be depended upon to report to the assigned duty station at the scheduled time. Employee can be depended upon to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and is conscientious about assignments.
• Communication and Contact: The employee communicates effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside of the University.
• Relationships with Others: The employee works effectively and relates well with others including superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the University. The employee exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working environment.
• Safety: Employee works safely, attends safety training offered/required, and follows appropriate safety rules and regulations. In relation to level of NIMS training completed, participates in incident management preparation, and performs incident duties as assigned.

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience

Required:

High School Diploma or equivalent. CLEET certification within six (6) months of hire. Other minimum qualification requirements established by Oklahoma Statutes, Title 70-3311. Applicants need to be at least 21 years of age.

Preferred:

Full Time CLEET Certification

Founded in 1909 as a teachers’ college, Southeastern Oklahoma State University continues the strong tradition of producing outstanding educators for southeast Oklahoma and north Texas. Student enrollment is approximately 6,000 students and the campus is situated in rural Oklahoma. The main campus located in Durant, Oklahoma, which is 90 miles north of Dallas, Texas, and 150 miles southeast of Oklahoma City. The community is close to Lake Texoma and the Choctaw Casino Resort. Southeastern Oklahoma State University continues to be among the nation’s most affordable universities according to the U. S. News & World Report’s America’s Best colleges.

The preferred start date is June 1, 2026 or until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until filled.

Southeastern offers a comprehensive benefits package including university paid health, vision, life insurance, long term disability, retirement contributions to Oklahoma Teachers Retirement System, as well as a tuition waiver for employees and spouse/dependents who wish to enroll at Southeastern. Southeastern offers 25 paid holidays per fiscal year and has a generous leave package including annual/vacation leave, sick leave, personal leave, and birthday leave. In addition to the SE paid benefits, there are many voluntary products available to employees such as 403(b), Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, dental, short term disability, dependent life insurance and a variety of ancillary benefits.

Employment is contingent upon the results of a national criminal and sex offender background check. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. SE participates in E-Verify.

SE is an AA/EEO employer committed to multicultural diversity.

Notice to applicants: It is Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s policy that all newly hired employees must provide an original social security card during the hiring process. Failure to provide an original social security card will delay the hiring process and ability to begin employment.