Police Officer (Pooled)

Lamar University; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamar University is seeking a Campus Police Officer responsible for enforcing laws and ensuring safety within the university community. The role involves independent law enforcement duties, including the investigation of crimes, traffic law enforcement, and aiding victims of crime.

Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and successful completion of TCOLE requirements. This position requires strong communication skills, physical fitness, and the ability to effectively handle emergency situations.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
• Must possess a valid Peace Officer license from TCOLE.
• Must have passed the TCOLE peace officer licensing examination.

Responsibilities

• Perform law enforcement duties on university property.
• Investigate criminal offenses and enforce traffic laws.
• Prepare written reports on law enforcement activities.

Skills

Proficient with firearms

Logical problem-solving

Effective communication

Knowledge of first aid/CPR

Education

High School Diploma or GED

15 college hours from an accredited college or university

Tools

Less lethal force weapons

Investigative equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Function: To enforce the law, provide service, information, and aid to all citizens as circumstances require, assist and support victims of crime, prevent crime, suppress disturbances, investigate criminal offenses, and arrest offenders. Serves as a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).

Scope: Responsible for law enforcement duties for the protection, safety, and welfare of students, faculty, staff, visitors, and all property under the control and jurisdiction of The University of Texas System, including primary law enforcement jurisdiction in all counties where Lamar University has real property interests and general law enforcement jurisdiction in all other Texas counties. Exercises independent judgment and discretion within the limits prescribed by law, Rules and Regulations of the Board of Regents, institutional rules and regulations, and the Lamar University Police Department's policies and procedures.

Essential Job Functions

• To perform law enforcement duties on the property under the control and jurisdiction of Lamar University or as otherwise authorized or required by law.
• Preserve the peace by the use of all lawful means, interceding, when authorized by law, to prevent or suppress crime.
• Execute all lawful processes.
• Arrest offenders with and without a warrant when authorized by law.
• Investigate criminal offenses to detect and arrest criminals and recover stolen or lost property.
• Attempt to locate missing persons.
• Enforce traffic law by detecting violations, making violator contacts, placing violators in custody, or issuing citations or warnings.
• Investigate motor vehicle collisions.
• Prepare various written reports narrating law enforcement and police activities.
• Give credible and accurate testimony in the criminal courts of this state and the United States.
• Confers with prosecuting attorneys, preserves evidence, and maintains confidential information.
• Confers with local law enforcement, criminal justice, and emergency response agencies on matters of mutual interest.
• Provides assistance and support to the victims of crime.

Minimum and Desired Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Successful completion of a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
• Approved Basic Peace Officer Course (or the equivalent as authorized by law and TCOLE rules).
• Has successfully passed the TCOLE peace officer licensing examination.
• Possess a Peace Officer license from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).

Certifications Required

• Successful completion of a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
• Approved Basic Peace Officer Course (or the equivalent as authorized by law and TCOLE rules).
• Has successfully passed the TCOLE peace officer licensing examination.

Preferred Qualifications

• 15 college hours from an accredited college or university.
• One year of experience as a full-time commissioned Texas Peace Officer.

Supplemental Information

Key Competencies

• EQUIPMENT: Proficient with all equipment utilized in the performance of assigned duties, including firearms, restraints, less lethal force weapons and techniques, vehicles, communications equipment, computers, investigative and surveillance equipment.
• ACCURACY: Proficiency in all phases of duties performed. Must demonstrate logical and effective problem‑solving ability. Must be able to provide credible testimony in a court of law.

Physical Requirements

• Duties involve driving, walking, running, standing, stooping, climbing, crouching, pushing, jumping over, pulling, carrying, reaching above head, lifting, lowering, hand‑wrist and elbow motion, grasping, and holding—good physical condition and vision, ability to hear and speak, and full use of arms and legs.

Job Conditions

• Usual: Exposure to outside weather conditions. May be required to work either day or night shifts on any of three shifts, with varying days off and holidays. Work involves a degree of hazard.
• Must be eligible to hold a Peace Officer Commission issued by Lamar University Police Department and have a valid driver's license not subject to suspension.
• Must be eligible to drive a University-owned or leased motor vehicle.
• Must meet certain prerequisites established by the Lamar University Police Department and the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement concerning age requirements and physical, mental, and educational standards.
• Must have the physical and mental capabilities to properly carry out the responsibilities and duties of a commissioned police officer of Lamar University.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge and skills in emergency medical procedures, first aid, and CPR techniques.
• Other: Must complete a minimum one-year probationary period, immediately following commissioning as a Police Officer.
• Must be qualified to be armed at all times when on duty and must be qualified and prepared to execute the obligations, duties, and responsibilities of a Texas Peace Officer.

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.