Police Officer

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin Police Department seeks a Police Officer to patrol Dell Seton Medical Center and surrounding District, respond to calls, investigate crimes, and collaborate with hospital staff and external agencies. Requires Texas peace officer license and strong communication and reporting skills.

Full-time 40 hours, with varied shifts including nights and weekends. At UT Austin you will uphold safety for workers, patients, and visitors while adhering to state laws and

Qualifications

• Must possess current Texas peace officer license (TCOLE).
• Minimum 2 years active law enforcement service as a Peace Officer in Texas.
• U.S. citizen. Pass UT System fitness test. Clear background. Valid Texas driver’s license. Drive UT-owned vehicle. Pass probationary training.

Responsibilities

• Investigates crimes against persons.
• Seize, test, and submit drug evidence.
• Prepare detailed reports and affidavits; complete POED forms.
• Interview patients for mental health needs for a POED.
• Regular patrols of the ER and surrounding Medical District properties.
• Investigate property crimes.
• Collaborate with outside agencies.
• Testify in court related to investigations.

Skills

License as Peace Officer (Texas)

2+ years active LEO

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

General Notes The police officer position requires applicant to be currently Licensed Peace Officer in the State of Texas. The work assignment will be at the University of Texas Austin Medical District working at Dell Seton Medical Center. The position requires an officer to work closely with Dell Seton Medical security and staff to serve the workers and patients, and visitors of the hospital and District.

Job Posting Title: Police Officer

Hiring Department: University Police Department

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

FLSA Status: To Be Determined at Offer

Earliest Start Date: Ongoing

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Location: AUSTIN, TX

Job Details:

General Notes: The police officer position requires applicant to be currently Licensed Peace Officer in the State of Texas. The work assignment will be at the University of Texas Austin Medical District working at Dell Seton Medical Center. The position requires an officer to work closely with Dell Seton Medical security and staff to serve the workers and patients, and visitors of the hospital and District.

Purpose: The officer will be responsible for responding to calls for service at the hospital, conducting thorough investigations of criminal activity/assaults and mental health/POED evaluations at DSM, and routinely patrolling the areas for safety/visibility.

Responsibilities:

• Investigates crimes against persons.
• Seize, test, and submit drug evidence.
• Prepare detailed reports and complete necessary documentation, such as affidavits when arrests are made or POED forms.
• Interview patients for mental health needs for a POED.
• Conduct regular patrols of the ER and surrounding Medical District properties.
• Investigates property crimes.
• Collaborate with outside agencies.
• Testify in court proceedings related to investigations.

Required Qualifications: Applicant must possess a current TCOLE peace officer license and a minimum of two (2) years of active Law Enforcement Service as a Peace Officer in the State of Texas. High school diploma or GED. Must be able to pass the required UT System physical fitness test. Must be a U.S. Citizen. Criminal history must not contain any felonies or misdemeanors above a class C within the last 10 years. Stable work history. Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing. Must successfully pass a thorough background investigation. Able to provide creditable testimony in a court of law. Must have an acceptable driving record and be eligible to operate a UT owned vehicle. Ability to complete and review forms in detail with accuracy and in a timely manner. Possess a valid Texas driver’s license and are eligible to drive a university owned or leased vehicle. Must be able to successfully pass a probationary training period.

Preferred Qualifications: 5 years of experience assigned as a full time officer at a full service law enforcement agency. Have completed formal training and demonstrated successful practical application of techniques in mental health response and deescalation. Effective written and oral communications skills. Have experience in a mental health unit at a law enforcement agency. Possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education.

Driving Required: This job requires a class \"C\" operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).

Salary Range: $85,000 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions:

• Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished).
• May work in all weather conditions.
• May work in extreme temperatures.
• May work around standard office conditions.
• May work around electrical and mechanical hazards.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Use of manual dexterity.
• Climbing of stairs.
• Climbing of ladders.
• Lifting and moving.

Work Shift:

• This is a full-time 40 hour per week assignment.
• The hours will vary to include weekends, nights, and evening shifts.
• Some severe weather work and holidays may be required.

Required Materials:

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility: Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility: The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency: The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification: If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify: The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance: Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) as a Campus Security Authority. You will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.