Campus Police Officer

New Orleans, LA
Xavier University of Louisiana

Essential Functions:

  • The Campus Police Office will ensure and maintain a secure campus environment; provide protection and security of persons, facilities, and property;
  • Provide direct positive interaction with fellow supervisors, patrol officers, dispatchers, campus faculty, students, and the local community surrounding the university;
  • Perform administrative duties; patrol campus buildings and adjacent areas; enforce University and department policy, rules, regulations, and city code of ordinances.
  • Provide emergency medical assistance; investigate crimes or other incidents; take appropriate legal action including making arrests when necessary;
  • Provide assistance to the courts or grand juries in the prosecution of cases; and any other duties as assigned. AA/EOE

Requirements:

  • Several years of experience in law enforcement, preferably in a University setting.
  • Some experience performing public safety or security duties.
  • CPR and First Aid certification.
  • Some knowledge of criminal laws, case laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, juvenile procedures, effective policing practices and due process.
  • Knowledge of effective communication strategies.
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
  • Effective problem-solving skills and techniques including when serving diverse community members or situations.
  • Good skills of observation and memory.
  • Demonstrated ability to interpret, explain and apply established policies, procedures, case laws, and regulations.
  • Ability to treat others with dignity and respect regardless of the situation.
  • Demonstrated ability to make decisions based on established standards and an accurate assessment of situations.
  • Demonstrated ability to make decisions, initiate actions to meet established objectives or deadlines.
  • Demonstrated ability to complete required documentation, and reports with accuracy.
  • Ability to effectively utilize windows operating systems, Microsoft Office Suite and similar products used to generate documents and facilitate communications.
  • Demonstrated ability to work both as a member of a team, as well as independently.
  • Ability to work with aggressive or emotionally unstable persons while maintaining a professional demeanor.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide services with superior community relations skills.
  • Requires ability to deal courteously and effectively with a culturally diverse community.
  • Ability to work shift work, during inclement weather, or emergency situations- Designated as Essential Personnel.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Associate Degree preferred.