Police Officer

San Antonio, TX
Trinity University

Salary: $23.97-$29.96

Position Summary:

Peace Officer in this position will carry out University and departmental rules, regulations, and procedures and see that the laws of Texas are upheld in an efficient, effective and professional demeanor as a representative of the department. A peace officer must lead by example knowing first impressions are the key to the success of the department. Individual must have a good working knowledge of all directives including university policies.

Essential Functions:

  1. Conducts investigations on all criminal and non-criminal cases that occur on campus.
  2. Patrols the campus in a University vehicle, bicycle or on foot.
  3. Provides service, information and directions to students, employees and visitors.
  4. Insures University property and facilities are secure.
  5. Preserves the peace by all lawful means while ensuring the dignity and rights of individuals are preserved at all times.
  6. Enforces traffic laws, making violator contacts, placing subjects in custody or issuing warnings or citation, enforcing Federal, State and Local laws.
  7. Prepares reports on all activities, filing them with the immediate supervisor.
  8. Cooperates & collaborates with other employees in the spirit of teamwork and collegiality.
  9. Complies with all of Trinity University policies & guidelines.
  10. Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • High School graduate or its equivalent.
  • Currently certified as a Texas Peace Officer.

Preferred Requirements:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
  • Currently certified as a Texas Peace Officer; and, two years of experience in the security or criminal justice field.