College District Police Officer

Santa Maria, CA
Allan Hancock College

Salary: $62,928.00 – $80,316.00 Annually

Position Summary:

Under supervision of and reports directly to the college district police sergeant, and the chief of police the college district police officer performs law enforcement and crime prevention work; controls traffic flow and enforces state and local traffic regulations; and performs other work as required. Police officers must work independently as well as collaboratively, carrying out instructions and self-initiating activity in a manner consistent with law, regulations, department policies, college policies, and standard procedures. The department operates using the Community Oriented Policing philosophy; values and promotes the mission and vision of the college.

Essential Functions:

  1. Responds to calls, interviews witnesses and victims, investigates, and may make arrest(s) and conduct searches, for reports based on investigations related to made on campus, including but not limited to protection of life and property, traffic collisions, and other emergencies; responds calmly and constructively when face with opposition; responds to local law enforcement request for assistance.
  2. Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations of criminal incidents including but not limited to, missing persons, disturbances hazardous incidents, vehicle collisions, casualties, threat assessments, vulnerability assessments, and other investigations as assigned.
  3. Assists with directing of non-sworn department personnel and police department volunteers.
  4. Provides information and education to the college and community regarding workplace safety; suicide prevention, self-defense, alcohol and drug abuse education, emergency planning and other public safety related topics.
  5. Patrols district facilities before, during and after school hours by vehicle, bicycle and on foot. Checks campus buildings, grounds and facilities for physical security and hazardous conditions and report deficiencies.
  6. On campus, manages disruptive students, visitors and other personnel; assists persons experiencing mental health issues; supports board of trustee’s policies and student code of conduct.
  7. Enforces traffic and parking regulations and maintains traffic flow on campus.
  8. Apprehends and arrests violators and testifies in court.
  9. Submits written reports that are thorough, concise and accurate reflections of the facts of the investigation.
  10. Locate, collect and preserve evidence and lost and found property.
  11. Provides security and cash escorts for the campus.
  12. Maintain confidentiality requirements of law enforcement information, student information and personnel matters.
  13. Act as liaison between the department and other law enforcement and emergency response agencies within the county, state, college units and community task forces as assigned.
  14. Present complete case documentation, testify, and present evidence in court and in other legal or administrative proceeding.
  15. May serve warrants and subpoenas as required.
  16. Secures college facilities and responds to alarms and reports on unusual, unsafe or hazardous conditions observed, complete facilities work orders for hazards when needed.
  17. Complete daily, monthly, overtime and special event logs.
  18. Conducts animal control services on campus.
  19. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Certificate of completion from a CA Peace Officers Standards & Training (P.O.S.T) Certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy at time of appointment. If P.O.S.T. certified from out-of-state, the incumbent must complete a CA P.O.S.T. Basic Course Waiver (BSU) process. Incumbent with expired CA P.O.S.T. certification must be in possession of a “Recertification Certificate” at time of appointment. CA P.O.S.T. decertification will result in ineligibility for employment as a peace officer.
  • Valid and appropriate California driver’s license and ability to qualify for and maintain district vehicle insurance coverage; Valid First Aid/CPR certificate. The incumbent shall successfully complete an extensive CA P.O.S.T. background investigation including a psychological examination and a medical examination prior to employment; investigation may include a polygraph and/or physical agility test.
  • The equivalent or a high school diploma /GED. Education in administration of Justice of related field and experience in an educational setting is preferred.