Police Officer II

University of North Texas at Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

An established university system is seeking a dedicated Police Officer II to ensure the safety of its campus community. This role involves preventive patrol, traffic enforcement, and responding to criminal incidents. The ideal candidate will possess strong moral character, effective communication skills, and the ability to perform under pressure. Join a team that values integrity, curiosity, and community engagement, making a meaningful impact in a vibrant educational environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to serve and protect while fostering a safe and inclusive atmosphere for students and staff.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 20.5 years old and a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
• Ability to work long hours under stress and maintain good judgment.

Responsibilities

• Conducts regular patrols and investigates reports of criminal behavior.
• Arrests violators and issues citations for traffic violations.
• Prepares written reports and testifies in court.

Skills

Good moral character

Physical ability to perform duties

Valid Texas Driver's License

Excellent oral communication

Ability to react quickly under stress

Education

High school diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Tools

Computer applications

Job description

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Title: Police Officer II

Employee Classification: Police Officer II

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Operations

SubDivision-Department: DAL-Chief Operating Officer

Department: DAL-Police Services-534000

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: commenserate with 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 inclusive 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

The UNT Dallas Police Department is committed to ensuring the safety and security of our campus community. We believe in fostering a transparent, informative, and engaged relationship with students, faculty, and staff through effective communication and outreach initiatives.

Position Overview

The University of North Texas at Dallas invites applications for the position of Police Officer II .Perform all duties normally associated with employment as a licensed police officer; including, preventive patrol, arrest, search seizure, traffic enforcement, crash investigation, public safety and service, investigation of criminal incidents, and maintaining public order on the university campus and surrounding area. Work involves patrolling day and night all campus areas, buildings and parking lots. Police Officers must exercise good judgment and discretion in dealing with violators of laws and University regulations. Police Officers may be required to work special assignments, special events or be on call.Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to: Conducts regular patrols inside and outside of buildings, parking lots, and around the campus grounds to watch for criminal activity, unsecured buildings, fires, and any other unusual conditions or irregularities. Investigates reports of criminal behavior and university regulations. Arrests violators and files appropriate charges where and when such action is appropriate. Issues citations for parking and traffic violations. Conducts traffic accident investigations. Prepares written and oral reports on completed investigative activities and calls. Testifies in criminal/civil court, administrative hearings and other required venues. Enforces traffic laws and directs traffic upon area public streets. Protects lives and property. Performs other duties as directed by the Chief of Police or police supervisory personnel. Observes safety and security measures appropriate to work performed and work supervised.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED equivalent. Must be at least 20.5 years of age at time of application. The State of Texas requires all peace officers to be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident of the United States. If a legal permanent resident, the applicant must be an honorably discharged veteran of the armed forces of the United States with at least two years of service before discharge and presents evidence satisfactory to the commission that the person has applied for United States citizenship.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Be of good moral character and able to furnish acceptable character referencesUnderstand and willing to abide by the Police Officers Code of EthicsPhysically able to perform police officer (Law Enforcement) dutiesPossess valid Texas Drivers License or obtain within thirty (30) days of employmentAble to work long or irregular hours, on various and changing shifts, sometimes under severe emotional stress and inclement weatherExercise good judgment and to utilize tact and courtesy when working with the public under frequently stressful conditionsAble to react quickly and effectively under emergency (high stress) situationsDemonstrate professional demeanor and excellent oral communication skillAbility to formulate solutions to problems in accordance with statutes, regulations, and trainingKnowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performedLateral entry incumbents must be either currently employed as a police officer in Texas or other state or federal jurisdiction acceptable to the university or have less than a twelve (12) month break in service.Ability to operate computer with a general understanding of application software, and an understanding of the Internet.Microsoft applications.Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications: Bachelors Degree in business, criminal justice, sociology, computer science or related field. Bilingual English/Spanish.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties:

• Testifies in criminal/civil court, administrative hearings and other required venues.
• Enforces traffic laws and directs traffic upon area public streets.
• Protects lives and property.
• Performs other duties as directed by the Chief of Police or police supervisory personnel.
• Observes safety and security measures appropriate to work performed and work supervised.
• Conducts regular patrols inside and outside of buildings, parking lots, and around the campus grounds to watch for criminal activity, unsecured buildings, fires, and any other unusual conditions or irregularities.
• Investigates reports of criminal behavior and university regulations.
• Arrests violators and files appropriate charges where and when such action is appropriate.
• Issues citations for parking and traffic violations.
• Conducts traffic accident investigations.
• Prepares written and oral reports on completed investigative activities and calls.
  
  

Work Schedule

Rotating; various shifts including weekends

Driving University Vehicle

Yes

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Benefits

Special Instructions:

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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) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other, Information Technology, and Management

• Industries

  Higher Education

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