What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Safety Officer - (Multiple Openings) position at Texas State University?
Posting Information
Posting Information
Posting Number
2025278
Posting/Functional Title
Public Safety Officer - (Multiple Openings)
University Pay Plan Title
Public Safety Officer
Location
San Marcos
Department
University Police
Recruitment Type
Open to All
Job Type
Full-Time
Funding Source
Permanent
Monthly Salary
$2,500.00
Job Category
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
- Must have a high school diploma or GED.
- Must be able to complete CPR, First Aid, AED, Naloxone, and CJIS certification is required upon one (1) year of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience working in some form of security or patrol.
- Knowledge of university parking rules and regulations; Board of Regents and university rules and regulations.
- Skill in boot and impound techniques.
- Knowledge of the proper procedures for emergency situations.
- Skill in preparing clear, concise logs, citations, and reports.
Job Description
Responsible for enforcing university parking regulations, assisting motorists, securing buildings and ensuring the safety of students, faculty, and staff.
Job Duties
- Respond to calls from dispatchers.
- Operate a patrol vehicle.
- Assist motorists.
- Attend shift briefings.
- Report inoperative Emergency call boxes and security lights throughout the campus.
- Issues and process citations for parking violations.
- Issue and process parking permits for visitors, faculty, staff and students.
- Render public assistance as needed.
- Erect and take down barricades or traffic cones.
- Provide security and parking control at special functions.
- Identify, impound, and boot violations.
- Process citation information into computer system.
- Provide security for campus buildings.
- Escort LRC staff to vehicles at night.
- Assist in securing buildings as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional Information to Applicants
- Must turn in a personal history statement and be able to pass a full background.
- This position requires driving University vehicles.
Job Open Date
02/05/2025
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)
Open Until Filled
Yes
Normal Work Days
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Normal Work Hours Start
Rotating Shifts
Normal Work Hours End
Rotating Shifts
Posting Notices
Applicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system., Applicant must pass the physical skills assessment relevant to the job posting title requirements., Applicant must pass the drug and alcohol test relevant to the job posting title requirements., You will be required to electronically attach a resume and cover letter to your application.
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and takes affirmative action to employ covered veterans and people with disabilities.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why work @ Texas State?
- Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
- Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
- Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
- Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
- An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
- Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, welcoming, and growing universities in the nation.
Salary : $2,500
