Police Officer

Description

Police Officer

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision serves as a commissioned law enforcement officer responsible for the protection safety and welfare of students staff and visitors and for the protection of College property.

ABOUT MIDLAND COLLEGE

At Midland College we believe education transforms lives strengthens communities and creates opportunity for future generations. As a driving force for workforce development and economic growth in the Permian Basin we serve dual-credit students first-time-in-college learners adult students and working professionals. Through strong partnerships with K-12 schools universities business and industry and community organizations we make education accessible prepare students for meaningful careers and help shape the future of our region.

Midland College is a dynamic institution experiencing rapid enrollment growth and institutional growth. We are continually evaluating how we work challenging ourselves to improve and embracing innovation to serve our students and community better.

Three Core Values define our culture:

YES We embrace challenges with curiosity optimism and a solutions-oriented mindset.

STUDENTS Student success is at the center of every decision we make.

ACT We take ownership move with purpose and deliver meaningful results.

We seek individuals who are adaptable resilient and energized by change. Our employees ask thoughtful questions challenge the status quo solve problems collaboratively and continuously look for better ways to serve students. We work hard think strategically and hold ourselves accountable. We also believe great teams support one another celebrate successes and bring positivity perspective and a sense of humor to the workplace.

What You Can Expect at Midland College:

• A leadership team committed to action collaboration and continuous improvement.
• A Board of Trustees that values stewardship innovation and long-term vision.
• A community that believes deeply in the power of education to create opportunities.
• Meaningful work supportive colleagues and the opportunity to make a lasting impact every single day.

If youre passionate about making a difference excited by growth and innovation and ready to help students succeed while strengthening the Permian Basin we invite you to join our team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Patrols are assigned areas by foot bicycle or police vehicle to preserve the peace enforce laws prevent and detect crime and respond to complaints
• Answers calls regarding service accidents disturbances crime distress or illness
• Provides information assistance and service to students staff and the public
• Investigate illegal or suspicious activities persons and establishments causes and results of accidents and complete required reports
• Collects and preserves physical evidence protects crime scene and reports and records all facts of the incident
• Controls and directs traffic to enforce College parking rules and regulations
• Mediates and resolves conflicts involving students department personnel and community members
• Provides escort services as needed and assists state county and city law enforcement authorities as requested
• Conducts crime prevention programs and presentations for faculty staff students and the surrounding community
• Testifies at administrative hearings and in court to present evidence by describing conditions situations and actions of individuals for a case
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Licensed as a Peace Officer in Texas and have required in-service training hours to be licensed as a Basic Peace Officer (or above) from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
• Some law enforcement experience
• Computer literacy
• Knowledge of police traffic RADAR operation
• Must have working knowledge of the Texas Penal Code Texas Code of Criminal Procedure and Texas Transportation Code
• During a 13 week probationary period must successfully complete the departments entire Field Training Program
• Complete bi-annual 40 hours of Texas Peace Officer in-service training
• Able to successfully pass the department daytime low-light firearms and basic patrol rifle course on an annual basis
• Must possess a valid Texas drivers license good driving record and be insurable on Midland Colleges insurance policy

Preferred Qualifications:

• College/university campus law enforcement

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Typical office
• Business Hours
• M-Th 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. F 8:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
  • summer M-Th 7:30 a.m. 5:30 pm
• Periodic evening and weekend hours during peak periods (e.g. open enrollment payroll)
• Occasional travel (less than 10%)

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move or drive to other locations on and off campus
• This position may require occasional travel for training meetings and events both in and out of town
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• The person in this position frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
• Must have sufficient stamina to work long hours as necessary
• Ability to walk considerable distances during a shift
• Must be able to respond to calls at any time of the day or night
• Ability to be on an on-call rotation schedule throughout the year
• Capability of working and training under strenuous emergency and non-emergency conditions
• All Midland campuses of the college including the main campus ATC and Cogdell
• May be assigned to work the day shift evening shift and/or midnight shift weekdays and/or weekends when manpower needs dictate

Salary Range: $58832 - $59715

BENEFITS:

Midland College faculty and staff enjoy a comprehensive choice of insurance plans* and retirement savings programs.

• medical prescription dental and vision plans FSA
• retirement savings programs
• tuition remission for employees
• generous paid time off including winter break

To learn more go to: Midland College Benefits*eligibility may vary based on job classification

SECURITY SENSITIVITY

All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215 which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.

Special Instructions to Applicants

All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application CV/resume and transcripts (if applicable). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted with the application. NOTE: Official transcripts sent directly from the institution(s) attended to Midland College Human Resources are required within 30 days of hire (if applicable). If a specified closing date is not listed on the posting there is a required minimum posting period of five business days.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority