Police Officer IV
Police Officer IV
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$ 25 - 28
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Job Title
Police Officer IVAgency
Tarleton State UniversityDepartment
University Police & TransportationProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Stephenville TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
The Police Officer IV under general supervision provides specialized professional law enforcement skills by giving service information and aid to citizens as circumstances require preventing crime suppressing disturbances investigating criminal offenses arresting offenders field train new officers and assume supervisory status as assigned. Patrol currently utilizes 12hour shifts (Pitman Schedule). Job location is Stephenville Texas with possibility of some duty assignments at the Fort Worth campus.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
65 Patrol duties; Provides for the safety of the students faculty and staff by patrolling campus on foot by vehicle ATV or by riding bicycles. Prevents Crime and suppresses disturbances. Enforces Criminal Law and Texas Transportation Code violations. Performs preliminary investigation of crimes and incidents creating initial reports. Reports violations of Tarleton State University Rules and Regulations. Assists neighboring law enforcement agencies. Testifies in court proceedings. Investigates traffic accidents.
30 Public Service: Provides motorist assistance (vehicle jump starts and unlocks. Attends campus functions and gatherings. Assists Residential and Living Learning. Attends community events and student speaking engagements. Provides escorts to students faculty and staff as requested. Provides police presence at special events.
5 Responds to emergency calls for service. Provides welfare and/or medical concern checks and request EMS/Ambulance services. Performs other duties as assigned
Required Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience;
Five years of experience as a licensed Police Officer.
Hold a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) advanced certification.
Must have a State of Texas class C vehicle operators license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with other
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to communicate effectively with all segments of the campus population
Ability to function under adverse and stressful conditions
All system university police will be required to meet minimum licensing standard requirements as required by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) 217.1. Work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends. Must successfully pass psychological evaluation physical examination and complete background investigation to include but not limited to driving history criminal background and credit history.
Documents required:
Completed online application
Cover letter
Resume/CV
Three professional references with complete contact information
Institution Overview: A founding member of The Texas A&M System Tarleton State University is breaking records in enrollment research scholarship athletics philanthropy and engagement while transforming the lives of over 18000 students in Stephenville Fort Worth Waco Bryan and online. For 125 years Tarleton State has been committed to accessible higher education opportunities for all while helping students grow academically socially and professionally through programs that emphasize real world learning and address regional state and national needs.
Compensation & Benefits:
The hourly rate is commensurate with experience with a target base range of $25.84 $28.42 per hour and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:
Educational Benefits employee perks that help enrich grow and foster career and professional development:
Employee Health Wellness and Financial Planning
Fully covered employee health insurance
Reimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions! The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees insurance coverages as of the 1stday of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days.
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement and Insurance programs
Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area!
Paid sick leave
Holiday pay
Vacation
Longevity pay
Paid Birthday Leave Tarleton State University awards all leaveeligible employees paid time off for their birthday!
Other
Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events
Tarleton Employees enjoy two complimentary general admission tickets for athletics and performing fine arts events on campus! Join Texan Nation on the bleachers or in the auditorium.
Employee Wellness Release Time
Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation
and other Tarleton Discounts
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
