Police Officer

Salary: $20.58 – $30.87 Hourly

Position Summary:

This is an exciting time to work for Amarillo College! We are seeking our next Police Officer who will provide law enforcement services and ensures the safety of the community with an emphasis to the college community in accordance with college rules, regulations, state and federal laws. This position also participates in emergency management including ICS and NIM

Essential Functions:

• Respond to calls for service and assistance, including but not limited to emergency response.
• Patrol parking lots, unlocks and jumps vehicles, and provide personal escorts to vehicles as necessary.
• Enforce laws (local, state, federal, parking, traffic, and college rules and regulations.)
• Investigate and report various types of incidents; investigate criminal offenses, interview victims and witnesses, interrogate suspects, and prepare written reports.
• Arrest suspects and file appropriate charges.
• Search suspects, vehicles, and structures; collect evidence; and search crime scenes.
• Prepare and submit required reports, maintain electronic and paper files, and locate/research documents in filing system and computer system in a timely manner.
• Act as medical first responder for medical emergencies and provide first aid as needed.
• Conduct walk-throughs of each building on assigned campus.
• Unlock/Lock classrooms or buildings as requested.
• Operate Communications Center, including dispatch, as needed.
• Work closely with college community to reduce and mitigate conflicts.
• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of vehicles, equipment and supplies.
• Assist in the operation of the Emergency Operations Center under the Incident Command System (ICS.)
• Conduct safety/education programs and surveys for Faculty, Staff, and Students.
• Subject to recall to active duty in times of need.
• Participate in and complete performance assessments/evaluations as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• As an Amarillo College employee seek knowledge of and pledge to actively engage in a culture of caring and striving to serve students, peers, and the community by embracing the AC Core Values of Wow, Family, Fun, Innovation, and Yes!

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Completion of Basic Law Enforcement Academy.

Preferred Requirements:

• Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
• Two (2) or more years of experience in Law Enforcement.