Police Officer
Company: University of Texas at Dallas
Location: Richardson
Posted on: March 11, 2023
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Job Description:
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S04410P
Position Title
Police Officer
Functional Title
Department
University Police
Salary Range
$64,000 - $75,000, depending on qualifications
Pay Basis
Monthly
Position Status
Regular full-time
Location
Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date
01/11/2023
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Desired Start Date
Job Summary
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.
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 University of
Texas System, including primary jurisdiction in all counties where
the UT System has a real property interest and secondary
jurisdiction in all other Texas counties. Exercises independent
judgment within the limits prescribed by law, Rules and Regulations
of the Board of Regents, institutional rules and regulations and
Director of Police departmental policies and procedures. Other job
duties as assigned.
Physical demands: Must be able to perform extensive standing,
driving, walking, climbing; to lift up to 50lbs. regularly. Must be
able to push/pull, stoop, kneel, grasping ,talking, hearing,
eye/hand/foot coordination.
Working Condition: Exposure to weather, campus environment, as well
as general office setting.
Minimum Education and Experience
High School diploma or GED, successful completion of a TCOLE (Texas
Commission on Law Enforcement) approved Basic Peace Officer Course,
and attainment of TCOLE certification. Proficient with all
equipment utilized in the performance of assigned duties, to
include but not limited to firearms, restraints, less lethal force
weapons and techniques, automobiles, communications equipment,
personal computers, investigative and surveillance equipment.
Requires good physical condition and vision, the ability to hear
and speak. Must be able to operate computer keyboard frequently;
drive, walk, run, stoop, climb, crouch, push, jump-over, pull,
carry, reach above head, hand-wrist and elbow motion, grasp and
hold. Ability to lift/carry/lower, push and pull frequently 10-50
lbs and occasionally more than 50 lbs.
Preferred Education and Experience
Bi-lingual preferred
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform law enforcement duties on the property under the control
and jurisdiction of the University of Texas System. 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 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. Confer with prosecuting attorneys, preserves, evidence and
maintain confidential information. Confer with local law
enforcement, criminal justice and emergency response agencies on
matters of mutual interest.
Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information
* MUST BE TCOLE CERTIFIED *
Qualified applicants will need to complete a physical agility
course. As candidates are accepted, test information will be sent
via e-mail. A valid form of identification must be presented on
testing day.
This position also requires an extensive criminal background check
that can take several weeks to complete. Additional information
regarding the University of Texas at Dallas Police Department can
be viewed at www.police.utdallas.edu.
What we have to Offer:
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to
fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and
inclusiveness. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with
a comprehensive benefit package including:
About UT Dallas
The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to graduating
well-rounded members of the global community whose education has
prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a
constantly changing world. A diversity of people, ideas and
perspectives is crucial to our vision and mission. A charter member
of SEA (STEMM Equity Achievement) Change, UT Dallas is a place
where members of the community are welcomed, treated fairly, and
encouraged to their pursuit of excellence.
Special Instructions Summary
Once the employment application is received, candidates will
receive a Physical Agility Assumption of Risk Waiver via email.
This form MUST be submitted at the time of testing or the applicant
will be disqualified. This form will be sent to the e-mail noted on
the application. On the test day, candidates must bring a valid
form of identification. Candidates are encouraged to wear work-out
clothing.
Physical Agility Test location and information will be sent to the
email address noted on the application.
PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST:
Weight Lift: This event is designed to duplicate a variety of
obstacles that may be encountered that would require lifting and
carrying objects. The applicant, wearing a Sam Browne, holster, and
inert pistol must lift a full size spare tire from the trunk of a
police car, carry the spare around the car and place it back in the
trunk of the car (tire cannot be rolled or rested on the ground).
This event is not timed.
Stair Climb: This event is designed to simulate pursuit or running
up and down stairs, such as in a building or stadium. The applicant
will run up and down two conventional flights of stairs one time,
or run up and down 40 stadium steps one time. Timed event: 39
seconds maximum.
Obstacle Course/Street Chase and Body Drag: This event is designed
to duplicate a variety of obstacles that may be encountered during
a pursuit or when reaching a person in danger. It is coupled with
an event simulating a foot pursuit or distance running and removing
an unconscious person from a place of danger or an uncooperative
prisoner to a desired location. Timed event: 60 seconds total.
Obstacle Course
Important Message
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and
are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy,
consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with
members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an
educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming,
respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university
community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation,
gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin,
disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services,
programs, activities, employment, and education, including in
admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The
University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and
reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To
request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and
interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries
regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX
Coordinator.
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