Police Officers - Full-time and Part-time

Posting Details
Position Information

Requisition Number

S0039714

Position Title
Campus Police Officer

Position Number

PD0035014

Department
Campus Police

Campus
Weatherford Campus [10]

Type
Full Time Staff

FLSA

Full-time/ Part-time
Full-time

Term
12-month

Pay Grade
6

Pay Grade Minimum
$18.25 min - $22.26 mid

Proposed Start Date
01/12/2026

Is Grant Funded?
No
Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

Responsible for the execution of the Weatherford College Police Department's mission statement; to provide a safe and secure environment on the Weatherford College Campus. Protects the safety of students, faculty, staff, and visitors to Weatherford College; guards college property against fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry.
Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Education

HS diploma or equivalent; TX basic peace officer certification
Preferred Education

30 college credit hours
Required Experience

0-6 months related experience
Preferred Experience

Prior law enforcement experience is preferred.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Protects the social and academic environment and preserves the legal rights of individuals by patrolling buildings and grounds of college; examines doors, windows, and gates to determine that they are secure; warns violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles, and apprehends or expels person(s) engaging in suspicious or criminal acts; inspects equipment and machinery to ascertain if tampering has occurred. Investigates accidents, incidents, and offenses and prepares appropriate reports. Regulates traffic and parking to maintain orderly flow; enforces campus motor vehicle rules and regulations. Maintains uniforms, equipment, and vehicles.
Watches for and reports irregularities such as hazards, leaking water pipes and secures doors left unlocked. Observes department personnel to guard against theft of company property. Sounds alarms and notifies fire department. Permits authorized person to enter property. Records data such as property damage, unusual occurrences, and malfunctioning of machinery or equipment, for supervisory staff.
All officers of the department will at all times, within jurisdictional limits, prevent crime, preserve the peace, protect life and property, detect and arrest violators of the law and enforce the laws of the United States and the state of Texas and all local ordinances in accordance with the rules, regulations, policies, procedures and orders of the jurisdiction and the department. Officers will be conscience that when they act under the "color of the law," that the phrase includes not only laws but also policies, procedures, ordinances, common usage and customs. Other duties may be assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to treat all persons with respect, dignity and justice, without discrimination based upon age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity; ability to exercise the highest professional and ethical standards in the use of College time and resources and observe the stated policies and procedures of the College; ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents; ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community; and, ability to effectively present information to various groups if necessary.
Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises on duty security personnel.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Active TCOLE license required. Valid current Driver's License Required
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Activity
Walk

Frequency
Constant

Task
Walking to various locations on campus

Activity
Sit

Frequency
Occasional

Task
Sitting at a desk to perform job duties

Activity
Lift 21-50 lbs

Frequency
Occasional

Task
Lifting/moving supplies and equipment

Activity
Stand

Frequency
Frequent

Task
Must stand to conduct foot patrols and participate in training.

Activity
Stand

Frequency
Frequent

Task
Must stand to conduct foot patrols and participate in training.

Activity
Carry up to 20 lbs

Frequency
Constant

Task
Will need to wear full complement of police equipment when on duty, to include pistol, radio, body armor, etc.

Activity
Push/pull over 50 lbs

Frequency
Occasional

Task
May need to physically move heavy equipment. May need to physically pull or push people out of harm's way in emergency situations.

Activity
Crawl

Frequency
Occasional

Task
May occasionally need to crawl into confined spaces to check for safety issues.

Activity
Climb

Frequency
Occasional

Task
May occasionally need to climb ladders to access building rooftops or participate in training

Activity
Kneel/Squat

Frequency
Frequent

Task
Will frequently need to kneel and squat to pick up items off the ground, and to participate in firearms training.

Activity
Handle

Frequency
Occasional

Task
Will need to safely handle firearms and other weapons.

Activity
Talk

Frequency
Constant

Task
Will constantly need to communicate verbally with people on campus.

Activity
See

Frequency
Constant

Task
Must have vision sufficient to maintain situational awareness at all times.

Activity
Drive vehicle

Frequency
Frequent

Task
Will need to safely operate WCPD vehicles.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work is performed in office settings and off campus settings. Ability to tolerate varying stress levels. Weatherford College does not allow the use of tobacco products in any of its buildings.
Condition
Use of video display terminal

Example of condition

Using a computer to perform job duties
Condition
Exposed to weather

Example of condition

Patrolling the campus in all weather conditions
Condition
Potential Hazards

Example of condition

Potential hazards when dealing with the general public
Condition
Noise exposure

Example of condition

Will occasionally be exposed to loud and noisy conditions, during protests, athletic events, and firearms training.
Condition
Confined areas

Example of condition

May occasionally need to access confined areas to search for suspects and safety hazards.
Posting Detail Information

Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is designated as a security sensitive position and requires a satisfactory criminal history background check. Males between the ages of 18 through 25 must be properly registered with the Selective Service System to be eligible for employment. Weatherford College does not participate in the federal Social Security program. Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity institution that provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status

or genetic information.