Campus Police Officer

The Campus Police Officer is a full-time, 12-month position responsible to the Lieutenant, Campus Police. To enforce the law, provide service, information, and aid to all citizens as circumstances require, prevent crime, suppress disturbances, investigate criminal offenses, and arrest offenders. Serves as a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). Responsible for enforcement duties for the protection, safety, and welfare of students, employees, visitors, and all property within the area under the control and jurisdiction of the Tyler Junior College District, including primary jurisdiction in all counties where the Tyler Junior College District has real property interest and secondary jurisdiction in all other Texas counties. Exercises independent judgment within the limits prescribed by law, Board of Trustee Policy, institutional rules and regulations, and Tyler Junior College Police Department policies and procedures.

The starting salary within the range depends on individual experience and education. The salary range does not reflect total compensation, which includes base salary, benefits, and certification pay. This position does have the potential for overtime.

Certification pay is determined based on TCOLE Licensure, as listed in the chart below

Officer Certifications

Intermediate:$50/monthAdvanced:$100/monthMaster:$150/monthTo perform law enforcement duties on the property under the control and jurisdiction of the Tyler Junior College District. Preserve the peace by the use of all lawful means, interceding, when authorized by law, to prevent or suppress crime. Execute all lawful processes. Arrest offenders with and without a warrant when authorized by law. Investigate criminal offenses to detect and arrest criminals, and recover stolen or lost property. Attempt to locate missing persons. Enforce traffic law by detecting violations, making violator contacts, placing violators in custody, or issuing citations or warnings. Investigate motor vehicle collisions. Prepare various written reports narrating law enforcement and police activities. Give testimony in the criminal courts of this state and the United States. Confers with prosecuting attorneys preserves evidence, and maintains confidential information. Confers with local law enforcement, criminal justice, and emergency response agencies on matters of mutual interest.

SUPERVISION
Received: Direct supervision of work by Sergeant or another supervisor.
Given: As assigned based on department policy.

EQUIPMENT
Required: Proficient with all equipment utilized to perform assigned duties, including but not limited to firearms, restraints, less-lethal force weapons and techniques, automobiles, communications equipment, personal computers, and investigative and surveillance equipment.

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES
Duties involve driving, walking, running, standing, stooping, climbing, crouching, pushing, jumping over, pulling, carrying, reaching above the head, lifting, lowering, hand-wrist and elbow motion, grasping, and holding, good physical condition and vision, ability to hear and speak.

This position requires:
Working in Office EnvironmentYesWorking in Patient Care Unit
(e.g. Nursing unit; outpatient clinics)YesExposure to human/animal blood, body fluids, or tissuesYesExposure to harmful chemicalsYesExposure to radiationYesExposure to animalsYes
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Indicate the time required to do each of the following physical demands:

Time SpentNever
0%Occasionally
1-33%Frequently
34-66%Continuously
67-100%StandingXWalkingXSittingXReachingXLifting/CarryingUp to 10 lbsX10 lbs to 50 lbsXMore than 50 lbsXPushing/PullingUp to 10 lbsX10 lbs to 50 lbsXMore than 50 lbsXUse computer/keyboardX

WORKING CONDITIONS
Usual: Exposure to outside weather conditions. Must be able to work either day, evening, or night hours on any shift with possible varying days off and on holidays. Subject to emergency recall during man-made or natural disasters and unusual occurrences on campus. Work involves a degree of hazard.

OTHER
Must hold a Peace Officer Commission, issued by the Chief of Police of the Tyler Junior College Police Department, and a valid driver’s license not subject to suspension. Must be eligible to drive an institution-owned or leased motor vehicle. Must meet certain prerequisites established by the Chief of Police, the Board of Trustees, and the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Education. Must have the physical and mental capabilities to properly carry out responsibilities and duties as a commissioned police officer of the Tyler Junior College Police Department. Knowledge and skills in emergency medical procedures, first aid, and CPR techniques.

Applicant must pass all phases of the hiring and selection process as outlined in department policy 401A before being offered the position of police officer.

Commissioned service as a peace officer and certifications to be considered is reflected in the TCOLE Data Distribution System, TCLEEDS.

Must successfully complete a minimum 12-month evaluation period immediately following field training.

This position is classified as security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215, Texas Education Code.


EDUCATION
Required: High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE
Required: None

Licensure/Certification
Required:Peace Officer License Issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement

EXPECTATIONS

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Will have contact – in person, by email, or by phone – with staff, students, and the general public.
• Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities.
• Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of each employee.

NOTE: With or without reasonable accommodation, the individual in this position must possess the competencies and must be able to perform the essential functions and duties of the job as described above - including essential tasks requiring specific physical demands.

*Tyler Junior College gives equal consideration to all applicants for admission, employment and participation in its programs and activities without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or limited English proficiency (LEP). Tyler Junior College respects the legal rights of each person to work and learn in an environment that is free from unlawful sexual discrimination including sexual harassment and sexual violence. Applications from qualified women and ethnic minority group members are strongly encouraged.