What are the responsibilities and job description for the Campus Police Officer position at Trinity Valley Community College?
Salary : $44,636.80 - $49,088.00 Annually
Location : Athens, TX
Job Type : Full-Time Staff
Job Number : 202400003
Department : Campus Police Department
Opening Date : 10 / 01 / 2024
Description
To ensure the safety and security of the Trinity Valley Community College community by providing law enforcement, community policing, health and safety services, and emergency response. This role involves patrolling campus grounds, enforcing traffic regulations, investigating complaints, coordinating with local law enforcement, and developing crime prevention programs. The Campus Police Officer is committed to upholding the college's mission and values, including integrity, leadership, and accountability.
REPORTS TO : Director of Campus Police and Public Safety
Job Duties
- Patrol campus grounds and perimeter on foot and / or in a patrol vehicle to insure a safe environment; including : traffic enforcement, emergency response, law enforcement, etc.
- Coordinate and provide for the delivery of law enforcement, security, and emergency services to campus.
- Receive, investigate and complete reported complaints, and other investigative services as requested.
- Coordinate criminal prosecutions with federal, state and / or local police agencies and with prosecutors' office(s) for criminal incidents.
- Serve as liaison with other social service agencies.
- Develop, coordinate and implement crime prevention and community policing programs and projects.
- Provide leadership and training to new officers on campus.
- Assist in the coordination and patrol of special and sporting events as required.
- Assist in the administration of the department as required or requested.
- Provide specific training to fellow officers in specialized job related areas.
- Cooperate with local law enforcement, criminal justice and emergency response agencies on matters of mutual interest.
- Assist the public with vehicle jump starts, requested information, and escorts.
- Ability to respond quickly to emergency situations which may not be familiar.
- Ability to work under pressure, occasionally for long periods of time.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
- Ability to work with appropriate safety related gear including a bullet proof vest, firearms, handcuffs, etc.
- Ability to physically and mentally perform the essential duties of the job, with or without accommodation.
- Other duties as assigned by appropriate supervisory personnel.
Qualifications
EDUCATION REQUIRED :
High school diploma or GED, successful completion of a TCOLE approved Basic Peace Officer Course, and has passed the TCOLE exam for peace officers.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED :
One (1) year related experience
PREFERRED :
Two (2) years' related experience
Knowledge and Skills
1. Health Benefits
2. Retirement Benefits
4. Insurance Benefits
5. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
6. Professional Development
7. Additional Benefits
Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
Have you successfully completed an approved TCOLE Basic Peace Officer Course?
Have you successfully passed the TCOLE exam for Peace Officers?
Required Question
Salary : $44,637 - $49,088
