Job Information
Texas A&M University Police Officer II in United States
Job Title
Police Officer II
Agency
Texas A&M University - Kingsville
Department
University Police
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Kingsville, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Job Summary
The Police Officer II, under general supervision, prevents and investigates violations of the law, University rules and regulations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Patrols property under the jurisdiction of the University by car, bicycle or on foot. Enforces all criminal laws and violations of the Transportation Code of the State of Texas.
Takes reports and performs preliminary investigations.
Reports all violations of the rules and regulations.
Prevents crime, suppresses disturbances, issues citations and testifies in Justice of the Peace Court as well as County and District Courts and student judicial hearings. Guards and transports prisoners.
Interacts with the public by day-to-day contact. Provides assistance to the public whenever possible.
Responds to emergency calls and takes appropriate action.
Provides assistance to other law enforcement and community departments or agencies.
Safely operates and properly maintains departmental vehicles.
Minimum Requirements: Education - High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience - One year of experience as a licensed Police Officer. Ability to - Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Ability to communicate effectively with all segments of the campus population. Ability to function under adverse and stressful conditions.
Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses: Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) basic certification. Must have a State of Texas class 'C' vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
Other Requirements: - Work beyond normal office hours/work on weekends/work on holidays/work off duty events or special events
- Applicant must complete background investigation to include but not limited to driving history and criminal background.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) ! We are a public research university located in Kingsville, Texas. TAMUK is the southernmost campus of the Texas A&M University System. It is located 40 miles southwest of Corpus Christi and is within a 4-hour or less drive to multiple metro areas, including: San Antonio, Austin, Houston, and Brownsville- McAllen- Harlingen.
The mission of Texas A&M University- Kingsville is to enrich lives through education, discovery, and service in South Texas and beyond. The university's enrollment of approximately 7,000 students reflects the ethnic diversity of South Texas, with approximately 65% of the students of Hispanic origin. The university consists of five academic colleges: Arts & Sciences, Business Administration, Engineering, Agriculture & Natural Resources, and Education & Human Performance. The University has the Carnegie classification of: Doctoral University: High Research Activity .
According to Forbes Media, ratings from Javelina alumni rank Texas A&M University- Kingsville among the top 25 Universities in the nation. The rankings are based on alumni feedback about their experience at the institution.
Kingsville, a friendly and safe community , is home to nearly 30,000 people and represents a vital part of the Texas ranching industry with more than 60,000 cattle and 300 quarter horses. In addition to being home to the first institution of higher learning in South Texas, Kingsville is also home to Naval Air Station Kingsville and several Fortune 500 industrial companies.
From its quaint, historical buildings downtown to the longhorn and Santa Gertrudis cattle that graze in the legendary King Ranch, Kingsville still retains much of its unique historical charm while continuing to steadily grow into its future .
Visi t www.tamuk.edu or www.kingsvilletexas.com for more information.
If you need assistance in applying for any position , please contact a recruiting partner at (361) 593-3705.
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