Campus Police Officer

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

To 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 Environment - Yes

Working in Patient Care Unit(e.g. Nursing unit; outpatient clinics) - Yes

Exposure to human/animal blood, body fluids, or tissues - Yes

Exposure to harmful chemicals - Yes

Exposure to radiation - Yes

Exposure to animals - Yes

Physical Demands Indicate the time required to do each of the following physical demands:

Time Spent

Never0% - Occasionally1-33% - Frequently34-66% - Continuously67-100%

Standing - X

Walking - X

Sitting - X

Reaching - X

Lifting/Carrying

Up to 10 lbs - X

10 lbs to 50 lbs - X

More than 50 lbs - X

Pushing/Pulling

Up to 10 lbs - X

10 lbs to 50 lbs - X

More than 50 lbs - X

Use computer/keyboard - X

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

Officer Certifications Available additional monthly pay for Officer Certifications at Intermediate, Advanced, and Master levels.

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. 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.

This is a security-sensitive position. Candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.

Benefits

Insurance (Coverage fully or partially funded by the College) Health Insurance Health insurance will become effective on the first of the month following 60 days of employment, provided that insurance enrollment forms are submitted. There are two plans for employees to choose from, both administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield. With either plan, you have access to a network of over 10,000 medical and mental health providers in Texas. Both plans include a comprehensive prescription drug program through Optum Rx. Employee's premium is fully funded by the College and State. Dependent premiums are funded 75% by the College and State, and 25% by the employee. Basic Life Term Life Insurance The State provides employees a term life insurance policy of $5,000 with $5,000 accidental death and dismemberment. Long-Term Disability This benefit is made available by the State and is fully funded by the College. Approved benefit pays 60% of insurance salary after 180-day elimination period. Benefits are paid until your return to work, reach full Social Security retirement age or are no longer considered disabled under the plan. Optional Term Life Insurance With this optional plan, employees may purchase one to four times their annual salary in life insurance. The College funds one times the annual salary premium not to exceed $120 annually. Optional Insurance (Coverage fully funded by the employee) Dental Insurance Two dental insurance plans are available to full-time employees and eligible dependents. Vision Insurance The health insurance plan covers some vision and eye health services, but does not cover the cost of eyeglasses and contact lenses. Additional vision insurance is offered to full-time employees and eligible dependents to help offset those costs. Voluntary Accidental Death and Dismemberment This optional benefit provides additional financial support when there is an accidental death or injury of a certain type. Short-Term Disability If claim is approved, this optional benefit pays 66% of monthly salary after a 30-day elimination period up to five months. Cancer/Intensive Care Plan/Heart Plan/Accident Plan Several optional plans are available to employees and eligible dependents through AFLAC. Dependent Term Life Insurance An optional term-life insurance policy of $5,000 with accidental death and dismemberment is available for all eligible dependents. Tobacco User Premium All participants enrolled in a Texas Employees Group Benefits Program (GBP) health plan must be certified as a tobacco user or non-user. Tobacco users of any age – adults and minors – are charged the $30 tobacco user premium each month.

Retirement The Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) is provided and required for all full-time employees. Full-time faculty