Full Time Officer – Campus Police

SWOSU College of Pharmacy; Weatherford (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SWOSU College of Pharmacy is seeking a campus security officer to help safeguard students, staff, and visitors. The role involves enforcing laws and campus regulations, patrolling grounds, controlling traffic, assisting those in need, and supporting emergency responses as directed.

Qualifications include a GED or high school diploma, a valid Oklahoma driver’s license, and the ability to pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Must have GED or high school diploma.
• Must possess a valid Oklahoma driver’s license.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Enforce federal/state laws and SWOSU regulations.
• Prevent crime and protect campus property.
• Issue traffic citations to ensure safe flow of traffic.
• Conduct foot and mobile patrols of campus grounds.
• Assist individuals with vehicle breakdowns and directions.
• Assist in evacuations during emergencies and provide first aid as needed.
• Report infractions to proper authorities and maintain visibility.
• Represent SWOSU positively on campus and on committees.
• Notify supervisors of equipment or safety procedure issues.
• Attend required safety trainings and maintain punctual attendance.
• Travel as required for job duties and maintain valid driver license.

Skills

Law enforcement experience

Traffic control

Patrol operations

Communication skills

Background checks

Education

GED/High School Diploma

Job description

Provides for the safety of students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors. Additionally, this position is responsible for the security ofSWOSUbuildings and property by preserving law and order and enforcing regulations.These tasks are to be performed in a manner that professionally, cordially, and efficiently assist students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Description of Job Duties:

• Enforce laws including federal and state statutes andSWOSU regulations
• Prevent crime and protect property onSWOSU lots, buildings, and surrounding area
• Control traffic: this includes but is not limited to issuing traffic citations for moving or parking violations to ensure a safe and smooth flow of traffic
• Routinely perform foot and mobile patrol to ensure security ofSWOSU lots, buildings, and property
• Assist individuals whose vehicles have become disabled
• Provide directions and assistance to campus visitors
• May assist in evacuation during fire and bomb threats and provide emergency first aid in the event of injury
• Report traffic, safety and/or security infractions to proper authorities
• Maintain a high degree of campus visibility. This involves projectingSWOSU and the Department, as well as their goals and mission in a positive and professional manner
• Serve as required onSWOSU committees
• Notify Supervisor, Director, Safety Coordinator, or Human Resources of any potentially dangerous equipment, practices, or violations of safety procedures
• Appropriate attendance and punctuality required
• Must be willing to and able to perform job related travel
• Must maintain a current and valid driver license

Additional Responsibilities:

• Promote personal safety, safety procedures, and a safe work environment
• Assist in situations as called upon
• Other duties as assigned

Terms of Employment:

• Employment at will
• Reports to Police Chief
• Safety and job-related trainings will be completed as instructed
• Wage to be established by SWOSU’s wage structure
• Lives within 15 mile/minute radius from SWOSU PD
• Must be willing to serve SWOSU for a two-year minimum
• CLEET certification is preferred, but not required
• Minimum of one year of demonstrated success in law enforcement is preferred
• Good knowledge of traffic control procedures is required
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must have a valid OK driver’s license
• Must have a GED/High school diploma
• Must not have a felony, domestic violence offense, or a crime against moral turpitude
• Good written, verbal, basic mathematical, and interpersonal skills are required
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the President of SWOSU or his/her designee may find appropriate