Police Officer

University of North Texas Health Science Center; Town of Texas, Fort Worth (WI, TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team dedicated to ensuring safety and security at a prominent university. As a Police Officer, you will play a crucial role in enforcing laws and regulations, providing security during events, and maintaining a safe environment for students and staff. This position requires physical fitness, strong judgment, and excellent communication skills. If you're passionate about public safety and community service, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of many.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to work long or irregular hours.

Responsibilities

• Enforce state laws and university regulations.
• Provide security during special events.
• Patrol university property to deter crime.

Skills

Good moral character

Physical ability to perform police duties

Judgment under stress

Oral communication skills

Knowledge of safety and security precautions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

TCOLE Peace Officer Certification

Job description

Title: Police Officer

Employee Classification: Police Officer

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Operations & Business Mgmt

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Police

Department: HSC-Police-Administration-355400

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commiserate to experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

This position is responsible for the enforcement of criminal laws, traffic laws, and university regulations related to the welfare of students, faculty, staff, and the general public.

Position Overview

The Police Officer provides law enforcement, security, and related public safety services to protect university-owned property and the members of the community. This is in fulfillment of the department's mission to provide a comprehensive program of services to help ensure the campus remains a safe and pleasant place to live, study, and work.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have physical ability to perform police officer (Law Enforcement) duties.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

*Good moral character and ability to furnish acceptable character references. *Understanding of and willingness to abide by the Police Officers Code of Ethics.
*Physical ability to perform Police Officer (Law Enforcement) duties.
*Ability and willingness to work long or irregular hours, on various changing shifts,
sometimes under severe emotional stress and inclement weather.
*Ability to exercise sound judgment, utilizing tact and courtesy when working with the
public in frequently stressful conditions.
*Ability to react quickly and effectively under emergency (high stress) situations.
*Exhibits professional demeanor and superior oral communication skills.
*Ability to formulate effective solutions to problematic situations while abiding by state
statutes, regulations, and training.
*Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this position should have all of the following:
*Advanced peace officer certification or above.
*Currently a TCOLE certified peace officer.
*10 years of police officer experience or higher.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

TCOLE Peace Officer Certification, Advanced level or higher.

Job Duties:

• Answer calls for service in HSC primary jurisdiction and related property.


• Provides security during special events (graduations, conferences, etc.).


• Detains, arrests, or issue citations to individuals suspected of criminal activity.


• Enforce state laws, Local ordinances, traffic laws and university regulations related to the welfare of students, faculty , staff and the general public.


• Patrolling of university owned, leased or operated property by foot, bike and vehicle to provide a visible deterrence of crime.


• Intensive walking/patrolling on University property.


• Complete and submit accurate police reports in a timely manner.


• Perform a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of law enforcement services.


• Perform all aspects of law enforcement duties including investigation, community services, administration and training.


• Participate in community based police activities and programs.

Work Schedule:

Various

Driving University Vehicle:

Yes

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.