Public Safety Officer

The University of Texas at Dallas

Richardson (TX)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

The University of Texas at Dallas is looking for a Public Safety Officer to provide service and information to students, employees, and visitors while enforcing university rules and safeguarding campus property. The role requires physical stamina and the ability to respond to incidents.

You will conduct patrols, manage access, assist motorists, and report hazards. A high school diploma and a valid Texas driver’s license are required, along with the ability to pass a background check.

Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent; valid Texas Driver’s license.
Ability to perform physically demanding security tasks as described.

Responsibilities

Patrols buildings and grounds to check for hazards and security concerns.
Directs traffic and assists motorists as needed.
Responds to emergencies and reports irregularities to supervisors.
Locks/unlocks facilities and supports authorized personnel with access.
Provides information and directions to students, employees, and visitors.

Skills

Patrol duties

Traffic control

Crisis response

Public safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Texas driver’s license

Job description

Job Overview

To provide service and information to students, employees, and visitors; to enforce the rules and regulations of the U.T. System Administration or an institution of The University of Texas System and to help safeguard property of the U.T. System Administration or an institution of The University of Texas System.
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. Also, must be able to lift 40 to 50lbs occasionally.
Should have the physical and mental capabilities to properly carry out responsibilities and duties as a Public Safety Officer of The University of Texas System Police. Must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible to drive a University owned and/or leased motor vehicle. Must successfully pass a thorough background investigation. Must be able to provide credible testimony in a court of law.
Working conditions involve exposure to variable weather conditions and working on any one of three shifts with varying days off and on holidays. Work involves a degree of hazard.

Minimum Education and Experience

Graduation from high school, vocational school or equivalent.; valid Texas Driver’s license; physical and mental capability to properly carry out responsibilities and duties as a guard.

Preferred Education and Experience

N/A

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provides service to students and employees.
Directs the flow of traffic and parking of cars when needed.
Patrols buildings and grounds to check for fires, water leaks, potential security and safety hazards and general building security, reporting all irregularities, emergencies, or suspicious activity.
Provides directions to locate buildings and offices and other general information to visitors.
Patrols buildings and grounds on foot or in vehicle to provide security and prevent crime.
Locks and unlocks buildings, assists motorists with vehicle problems (as trained), and assists authorized personnel with building access.
Performs other related duties as required.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Physical Activities

Working Conditions

Additional Information

A remote work schedule is not available for this position
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:

Internal Training
BCBS PPO Medical insurance – 100% paid for full-time employees
PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan – PPO plans include ortho benefits
Vision Insurance
Long and short-term disability
TRS Retirement Plan – defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement
Option Retirement Program ( ORP ) – in lieu of TRS for eligible employees
Voluntary Retirement Plan Options – additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans
Free Dental/Vision/AD&D – for eligible employees who waive UTD medical & have outside group medical coverage
Paid time off
Paid Holidays
Paid Winter Break
Fertility Benefits

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Special Instructions Summary

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

Supplemental Questions

Have you ever taken or used any illegal drugs?
- Yes
- No
If yes, please identify the illegal drug(s) used and provide the date or approximate timeframe of your most recent use. Open Ended Question
Are you willing to complete a drug screening within 24 hours of receiving a conditional offer of employment?
- Yes
- No
How many traffic citations have you received within the last 3 years?
- 0
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5 or more
Are you available for shift work?
- Yes
- No