What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer II position at University of North Texas - Dallas?
Title: Police Officer II
Employee Classification: Police Officer II
Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas
Division: DAL-Operations
SubDivision-Department: DAL-Chief Operating Officer
Department: DAL-Police Services-534000
Job Location: Dallas
Salary: commenserate with experience
FTE: 1.000000
Retirement Eligibility:
About Us - Values Overview:
Department Summary
The UNT Dallas Police Department is committed to ensuring the safety and security of our campus community. We believe in fostering a transparent, informative, and engaged relationship with students, faculty, and staff through effective communication and outreach initiatives.
Position Overview
The University of North Texas at Dallas invites applications for the position of Police Officer II .Perform all duties normally associated with employment as a licensed police officer; including, preventive patrol, arrest, search seizure, traffic enforcement, crash investigation, public safety and service, investigation of criminal incidents, and maintaining public order on the university campus and surrounding area. Work involves patrolling day and night all campus areas, buildings and parking lots. Police Officers must exercise good judgment and discretion in dealing with violators of laws and University regulations. Police Officers may be required to work special assignments, special events or be on call.Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to: Conducts regular patrols inside and outside of buildings, parking lots, and around the campus grounds to watch for criminal activity, unsecured buildings, fires, and any other unusual conditions or irregularities. Investigates reports of criminal behavior and university regulations. Arrests violators and files appropriate charges where and when such action is appropriate. Issues citations for parking and traffic violations. Conducts traffic accident investigations. Prepares written and oral reports on completed investigative activities and calls. Testifies in criminal/civil court, administrative hearings and other required venues. Enforces traffic laws and directs traffic upon area public streets. Protects lives and property. Performs other duties as directed by the Chief of Police or police supervisory personnel. Observes safety and security measures appropriate to work performed and work supervised.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma/GED equivalent. Must be at least 20.5 years of age at time of application. The State of Texas requires all peace officers to be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident of the United States. If a legal permanent resident, the applicant must be an honorably discharged veteran of the armed forces of the United States with at least two years of service before discharge and presents evidence satisfactory to the commission that the person has applied for United States citizenship.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Be of good moral character and able to furnish acceptable character referencesUnderstand and willing to abide by the Police Officers Code of EthicsPhysically able to perform police officer (Law Enforcement) dutiesPossess valid Texas Drivers License or obtain within thirty (30) days of employmentAble to work long or irregular hours, on various and changing shifts, sometimes under severe emotional stress and inclement weatherExercise good judgment and to utilize tact and courtesy when working with the public under frequently stressful conditionsAble to react quickly and effectively under emergency (high stress) situationsDemonstrate professional demeanor and excellent oral communication skillAbility to formulate solutions to problems in accordance with statutes, regulations, and trainingKnowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performedLateral entry incumbents must be either currently employed as a police officer in Texas or other state or federal jurisdiction acceptable to the university or have less than a twelve (12) month break in service.Ability to operate computer with a general understanding of application software, and an understanding of the Internet.Microsoft applications.Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications: Bachelors Degree in business, criminal justice, sociology, computer science or related field. Bilingual English/Spanish.
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Job Duties:
- Testifies in criminal/civil court, administrative hearings and other required venues.
- Enforces traffic laws and directs traffic upon area public streets.
- Protects lives and property.
- Performs other duties as directed by the Chief of Police or police supervisory personnel.
- Observes safety and security measures appropriate to work performed and work supervised.
- Conducts regular patrols inside and outside of buildings, parking lots, and around the campus grounds to watch for criminal activity, unsecured buildings, fires, and any other unusual conditions or irregularities.
- Investigates reports of criminal behavior and university regulations.
- Arrests violators and files appropriate charges where and when such action is appropriate.
- Issues citations for parking and traffic violations.
- Conducts traffic accident investigations.
- Prepares written and oral reports on completed investigative activities and calls.
Work Schedule:
Rotating; various shifts including weekends
Driving University Vehicle:
Yes
Security Sensitive:
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions:
Benefits:
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
EEO Statement:
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
