Police Officer

Position Summary:

Provides for the safety and security of all members of and visitors to the Austin College campus and campus facilities by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing laws and college policies, and promoting excellent community relations.

Essential Functions:

• Patrols the property of Austin College by means of foot, bike, golf cart or vehicle to preserve the peace by use of all lawful means.
• Enforces all Austin College rules and regulations, city ordinances, and State and Federal laws.
• Initiates arrests of persons in violation of law, in accordance with all State and Federal laws, city ordinances, and Austin College rules and regulations.
• Investigates and makes complete and thorough reports on any reported or observed crimes or incidents.
• Investigates and assists with incidents involving College property.
• Testifies in court to present evidence or act as witness in traffic and criminal cases.
• Maintains a daily Duty Log of all activities.
• Responds to incidents and emergencies with a high degree of professionalism and sensitivity.
• Renders aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
• Insures the security of all campus buildings and properties by opening and closing buildings, rooms, and gates at designated times.
• Provides periodic checks of campus buildings and properties.
• Makes inspections throughout the campus, documenting discrepancies and submitting service requests, etc.
• Possesses a good working knowledge of all alarm systems and conducts drills as directed. Conducts monthly inspections of assigned fire extinguishers.
• Provides service to the campus and assists with motorist needs to include unlocking vehicles and providing basic rescue procedures (battery charge, etc.), unlocks rooms, provides escorts, administers first aid, etc.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Six months related experience.
• Must hold the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Basic Peace Officer Certification upon date of employment. Must be certified in Basic First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and the use of Automatic Emergency Defibrillators (AED) by accredited licensing body.